We're Joel and Kardo
A two-owner team — so you don't get burned on the buy.
Autokontroll24 started in 2019 from a simple need — friends and acquaintances kept asking us for help when buying used cars. After the first few "thanks, you saved us €5,000" calls, it was clear Estonia needs this service.
Kardo has worked as a mechanic and inspector for 10+ years — he runs every technical inspection himself: lift, diagnostics, body and paint-thickness measurement. Joel handles bookings, buying assistance and client communication (in English too). Together we cover both the metal and the paperwork.
We're not a big company or a call centre. Two owners who run every inspection themselves and take personal responsibility for every car we approve.
We don't guarantee the car — we guarantee we're there when you need us
A used car can bring surprises over the years — we can't predict or promise otherwise. What we can do: after the inspection we answer your follow-up questions by phone and email. With the Premium inspection you get a consultation guarantee — if the car gives you trouble, we consult you free of charge for up to 2 months after the inspection. Call or write whenever something comes up.
Kardo Orav
Years of 24-point inspections at a BMW dealership, 10+ years as a mechanic. Runs every technical inspection himself — lift, diagnostics, body. He finds the fault.
Joel Haugas
Your first contact. Handles bookings, buying assistance and client communication — including in English.
What clients say
"I highly recommend Joel's services to help you buy a car. He speaks very good English and guided me at every step."
"Kardo is very reliable and thorough with his inspections. He explains everything in detail, gives honest advice, and makes buying a used…"
"Best car expert service in Tallinn. Kardo was super helpful when we were buying our used car. He is honest, reliable and has extensive…"
"Always using Kardo's pre-car-sale inspection to buy my cars in Estonia as a car trader. Kardo is always responding fast, is thorough in his…"
"I have used their services twice for pre-purchase inspection. As someone with no knowledge of cars I'm very happy with the service I got…"
"Kardo is a very professional, very friendly and really helpful person. He gives correct and explanatory answers to every question. He…"
"I used their services for checking 2 cars. The first contact was super quick. The first video was great about all the faults during the…"
"I extremely recommend Autokontroll24 for those who want to buy a car in Estonia and don't know anything about cars — Joel will save your…"
"Super service and very helpful. In the evening we spoke by phone and an hour later Autokontroll24 had already arranged a meeting with the…"
Buying a car shouldn't be a gamble.
Independent pre-purchase inspections in Tallinn. 10+ years, 5.0 ★ rating on Google. HD video report by email within 24 hours, plus follow-up consultation by phone.