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Safety Tips

Your safety is our priority. Follow these guidelines for secure transactions.

Safety Tips for Buyers

1. Inspect Before You Buy

  • Always view the vehicle in person before making any payment
  • Bring a knowledgeable vehicle Inspector from our platform with you
  • Test drive the vehicle in various conditions
  • Check all documentation including registration and service history
  • Use our professional inspection services for the above with a protected payment flow

2. Meet Safely

  • Meet during daylight hours in public, well-lit locations
  • Bring a friend or family member with you
  • Let someone know where you're going and when you'll return
  • Meet at a police station parking lot if possible
  • Trust your instincts - if something feels wrong, walk away

3. Payment Safety

  • Never pay money using untraceable payment methods
  • Don't pay deposits before viewing the vehicle
  • Use bank transfers or secure payment methods only
  • Follow all steps as advised by your banking institution if the vehicle will be financed

4. Verify the Seller

  • Look for the verified badge on seller profiles
  • Check seller ratings and reviews
  • Be cautious of sellers who avoid meeting in person

5. Documentation

  • Verify the vehicle registration papers are authentic
  • Ensure the VIN on paperwork matches the vehicle
  • Check for any outstanding finance or legal issues
  • Get a written sales agreement signed by both parties
  • Transfer ownership at a licensing department immediately

Safety Tips for Sellers

1. Create Safe Listings

  • Don't include personal information like home address or full name
  • Use the platform's messaging system for initial contact
  • Be accurate and honest in your listing descriptions
  • Use clear, recent photos of the actual vehicle
  • Never share financial account details in listings

2. Screen Potential Buyers

  • Ask buyers to arrive during daylight hours
  • Be wary of buyers who seem overly eager or pushy
  • Watch out for scams like fake payment confirmations
  • Trust verified buyers when possible

3. Meeting Safely

  • Meet in public places, never at your home
  • Have someone with you during viewings
  • For test drives, accompany the buyer and check their license
  • Keep the keys with you at all times
  • Cancel if you feel uncomfortable

4. Accepting Payment

  • Only accept verified bank transfers
  • Confirm payment has cleared before handing over keys
  • Get proof of payment in writing
  • Consider using escrow services

5. Complete the Sale

  • Remove the vehicle from your insurance
  • Complete ownership transfer at licensing department
  • Keep copies of all transaction documents
  • Remove your personal belongings from the vehicle

Warning Signs & Scams

Too Good to Be True Prices

If the price is significantly below market value, it's likely a scam.

Pressure to Act Quickly

Scammers create urgency. Legitimate sellers will give you time to decide.

Requests for Deposits

Never send money before seeing the vehicle in person.

Refusal to Meet

Sellers who won't meet or only want to communicate off-platform.

Suspicious Documentation

Altered papers, mismatched VINs, or refusal to show documents.

Overseas Sellers

Be extremely cautious of sellers claiming to be abroad.

Report Suspicious Activity

If you encounter suspicious listings or users, report them immediately to help keep our community safe.

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