Car Privately: Buying A Secondhand

With Joe in the passenger seat, Leo took the hatch for a spin.

: They drafted a Bill of Sale . Since most private sales are "as-is," Leo knew that once he drove off, any "broken halves" belonged to him alone. buying a secondhand car privately

: "Why are you selling, Joe?" Leo asked. Joe’s answer about downsizing felt honest, but Leo still verified the VIN on his phone to check for hidden accident records or salvage titles. The Test Drive: Feeling the Road With Joe in the passenger seat, Leo took

: He turned off the radio to listen for any "funky sounds" or whistling from the turbo. : "Why are you selling, Joe

Leo knew better than to meet at night; shadows are great for hiding mismatched paint and oil leaks. He met Joe at a busy grocery store parking lot at noon.