Do Your Homework First:
Getting a vehicle from a private seller might save you some money, however, if you haven’t done your homework before the purchase, you might get into a lot of trouble later on. One of the most important things is to go for the PPSR check. You should know that when you are getting a vehicle from a private seller, the risk is all yours. If the previous owner still owes money to any financial institution, your car can get repossessed.
Car Inspection & Previous Use:
Always inspect the vehicle thoroughly – literally inside out – before you pay anything for it. The body, the engine, the parts, etc., have a good look at every minor detail of the vehicle. In addition to this, even if you are a car enthusiast, never ignore the importance of knowing your next used vehicle’s previous usage. Car service history will tell you what purpose it was used for, what damages and/or accidents it was previously involved in, has the odometer been rolled back, was the vehicle used for commercial purposes or rented out, etc. This will give you a very clear picture and assist you in your decision-making. You probably wouldn’t go for a vehicle that looks good but was previously used as a taxi for even a short period of time.
Never Hesitate to Take a Test Drive:
Once you have done your initial homework and the car seems to be a decent purchase, always go for a test drive. Do not let the private seller rush into closing the deal without you taking it for a run and feeling completely comfortable with the performance of the vehicle once you are behind its steering wheel. However, always make sure the vehicle has valid CTP insurance before going for a test drive.
If you pay good attention to all the aforementioned factors, it is very likely that you will get a good used vehicle deal from a private seller and you will be saving yourself from a whole lot of post-purchase trouble in future.
