To be completely safe, buy through a licensed dealer. This means you are protected by law against loss if the vehicle is later found to be stolen or financially encumbered. If buying privately, ask for evidence of the vehicle's history. Ask the seller for their proof of purchase; check the vehicle's odometer reading against the service manual and look for authentic receipts for major servicing. Make sure that the person selling the vehicle is the owner. Ask the seller for photo identification and check the details against those on the registration certificate. Or order an Information Brokers vehicle report. For a small price you get all this information and more to give you a peace of mind. Information Brokers is accredited with asic.gov.au as an information broker, and is an accredited registrar with auda.org.au.
