Selling safely

Most buyers are genuine. These habits protect you from the few who are not.

Arranging an inspection

• Meet in a public place, or at home with someone else there.
• Check the buyer’s driver licence before a test drive, and never let them drive alone.

Taking payment

• Wait until the money has cleared in your account before you hand over the car, keys and papers.
• Transfer receipts, screenshots and bank cheques can be faked. Check your own bank account.
• Never pay a buyer’s “shipping”, “agent” or “inspection” fee.

Your details

• Keep your phone number and address out of your description; use Cars61 messages until you are ready to meet.
• Blur your number plate in photos. Your plate and VIN are never shown on your listing.

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