For those seeking to circumvent the dealer route and opt for the do-it-yourself route, as it relates to buying or selling a vehicle, here are some extra precautions we recommend. Many individuals choose this route in order to maximize their savings and/or income potential. However, taking this route requires extra precaution, too.
With Craigslist and other means being used today to purchase or sell a vehicle, here are a few common sense tips we recommend:
- Never transact business at your home. This increases the chance of theft occurring at your personal residence.
- Never do business at night. This increases the chance of unscrupulous tactics.
- Meet at a public location to transact business. If the buyer or seller really wants to conduct business, there will be no exceptions, unless the vehicle is inoperable.
