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Tips for safely buy a vehicle online : Ask for important details before you pay

When buying a car, never feel bad about asking too many questions; it's critical to get all the information you need before the vendor sees a dime of your money.

Important information to request:

Additional photographs, including close-ups of any damage reported, have been uploaded online.
The registration number
The number of kilometres driven by the vehicle
The VIN (vehicle identification number)
The current registration information
To verify a claim of "complete service history" by inspecting the stamped log book in person
Whether the vehicle has ever been written off or required extensive repairs
A phone conversation with the vendor
It's also a good idea to have the vehicle inspected by a qualified licenced mechanic before purchasing it.