What is Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)?
A Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) is a comprehensive technical examination of a brand-new vehicle performed at the dealership yard or showroom before RTO registration and final payment. Once a vehicle is registered in your name, dealerships legally cannot replace it—even if severe transit damage, engine glitches, or factory repaints are discovered later.
- ✓ Prevents delivery of storm/flood-damaged stockyard vehicles
- ✓ Catches hidden trailer transit damage & dealership repaint jobs
- ✓ Ensures vehicle matches VIN, chassis, and manufacturing date