Buying a used car often feels like you’re piecing together a puzzle with mismatched pieces. You get a vehicle history from one place, scattered advice from forums, and a handful of YouTube videos—none of which agree. Helpful? Sometimes. Actionable? Rarely.

The problem with used‑car research

Most tools were built to tell you what happened in the past, not what’s likely to happen next.

Carfax is great for reported history, but it won’t warn you about the common repairs coming at 120,000 km.
Forums and Reddit can be gold, but they’re inconsistent and time‑consuming to sift through.
YouTube has excellent creators, but videos vary in quality and rarely cover your exact trim and model year.

You shouldn’t have to be a mechanic—or spend a weekend researching—to buy confidently.

We focus on what goes wrong next — not just what happened

AutoLens zeroes in on real‑world failure patterns by trim and model year, so you know what typically breaks, when it happens, and what it costs. Then we translate that into practical guidance you can actually use.

Trim‑specific insights that reflect the differences that matter
Patterns from complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and expert sources
Clear guidance on risk, cost, and what to check before you buy

How each report is built

Every report blends structured data, AI summarization, and human editing for clarity and trust.

Aggregated data: manufacturer TSBs, owner complaints, expert sources, and repair databases
AI + human synthesis to make it readable and to avoid hallucinations or guesswork
Continuous updates as new issues and patterns emerge

What you’ll see inside

We designed each report to have just enough detail to make a smart decision fast.

✅ Common issues ranked by likelihood and typical mileage bands
💸 Typical cost ranges (parts and labour)
🔧 DIY level with links to vetted videos and guides where applicable
📌 Simple pre‑purchase checks you can do before committing

Why it matters

AutoLens helps you avoid costly surprises and choose the version that fits your budget and risk tolerance.

Skip trims known for headaches
Budget realistically for maintenance and repairs
Shop with confidence, knowing what to expect

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