Date:12/05/2008

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   Cars
   Motorbikes
   Commercial Vehicles

Dealer or private purchases
In England and Wales

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Buying a Used Vehicle?

Always Complete Your Purchase

With an AutoAgreement™

Why?

Any vehicle must be sold to you ‘as described’ under the Sale of Goods Act (1979).
If the seller provides an inaccurate or untruthful description of the vehicle - he/she is breaking the law.

The Act is there to protect you as a buyer but is hard to use. A description of a vehicle is often given verbally by the seller and is hard to prove at a later date.

‘If you can show that the vehicle did not meet its description, the seller will be liable even if the seller believed the description to be true. It will strengthen your claim if you have written proof of false statement’ (The Citizens Advice Bureau)

AutoAgreement™ is the documented proof

– signed by the seller of the vehicle

View the vehicle, ask all questions, perform any checks and take a test-drive as normal

Create and print an AutoAgreement™ specific to you, the vehicle and situation.
When you are ready to buy and have agreed the deal, get the seller to sign.
Complete the payment and DVLA documentation as normal.

If the seller refuses to sign – think twice about parting with your money

More information

Remember:

No signed AutoAgreement^TM

No proof for the Sale of Goods Act

So walk away from the vehicle

NEW! Selling your current vehicle?
AutoAgreement.com now includes a vehicle test-drive agreement. This gives you signed and documented proof that the potential buyer of your vehicle claimed sufficient licence, insurance and agreed responsibility for your vehicle whilst taking it for a test-drive.

AutoAgreement™ tips to protect yourself

Providing a Test-Drive

Ensure that the individual produces their full valid UK driving licence and one additional form of identification (such as a UK passport / utility bill / bank card).
You also must accompany any individual when taking a test-drive and ensure that the test-drive takes place within the period of insurance cover given by the individual.
Ensure that you obtain a signature on the agreement before allowing a test-drive of the vehicle
If an individual refuses to sign this agreement you should seriously question their motives and consider refusing to allow a test-drive. All terms covered by an AutoAgreement™ are reasonable and approved.

Buying a vehicle

You must ensure that the individual produces a valid form of identification (such as a UK passport / utility bill / bank card / driving licence / company document).
You must ask all questions as to the history / condition of the vehicle and you are strongly advised to perform an 'HPI' check on the vehicle and a 'vehicle inspection' check if appropriate.
If these tests show faults or unexpected vehicle history, you are advised to make a considered decision as to the purchase of the vehicle.
You are advised to enquire as to the vehicle MOT, log book and warranty details and availability before purchasing the vehicle.
You are advised to view a number of similar vehicles before purchasing to ensure you get a good idea of the choice available.
You are strongly advised to only buy a vehicle from an individual who lives or owns the premises which represents the location for viewing the vehicle.
Ensure that you obtain a signature on the agreement before handing over any funds for the vehicle.
If an individual refuses to sign this agreement you should seriously question their motives and consider refusing to purchase the vehicle. All terms covered by an AutoAgreement™ are reasonable and approved.

Selling a vehicle

If the buyer wishes to take a test drive, ensure that a Test-drive agreement from AutoAgreement™ is completed first
You should never accept any form of payment except cash or a bankers draft
You should thoroughly inspect all cash notes for: a water mark, metal strip and paper quality. If in doubt consult your local bank or building society and ask that the transfer take place on the premises
Ensure that you obtain a signature on the agreement before handing over ownership of the vehicle
If an individual refuses to sign this agreement you should seriously question their motives and consider refusing to sell the vehicle. All terms covered by an AutoAgreement™ are reasonable and approved.