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Would you buy a car from a private buyer?

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  • Thanks all, I think I'll stick with a dealer for now with a proper approved warranty...
  • caprikid1
    caprikid1 Posts: 2,518 Forumite
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    Depends on the car, never bought from a dealer, only dealer bought car in the family has been a disaster, warranty valueless.

    Buying private, buy the seller not the car. If you get a good feel about the seller thats a good starting point.
  • Marvel1
    Marvel1 Posts: 7,478 Forumite
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    Yes,I did the HPI checks MOT check and history test drove it, even took on the motorway.  Had it for 8 years so far.
  • Car_54
    Car_54 Posts: 9,017 Forumite
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    "Would you buy a car from a private buyer?

    No, but I might buy one from a private seller ....
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