Things You Need To Do At The Time Of Buying A Used Car

- It's important to have all the paperwork in place for the car you select
- Get the RC transferred and get second-hand car insurance as well
- Get the car thoroughly cleaned and serviced before you start using it
Buying a car is not exactly as simple as it sounds, be it a brand-new vehicle or a used car. It involves hours of research to select the right model for you, scouting for that perfect deal, and finalising your payment options. And, if it is a pre-owned vehicle that you are buying then there are some additional things to consider like the vehicle condition and paperwork. While we have already told you what all things to check while scouting for a used car, here we have listed down all the things you need to do once you have found the right one.
Also Read: How To Check A Used Car Before Buying
Get All The Papers Sorted
Once you have found the right car, it's important to check whether all the vehicle papers are in place. Documentation like the registration certificate, pollution certificate, the no dues certificate if the previous owned bought it on finance and the existing insurance papers. These will help make the ownership transfer process that much more seamless. Having the insurance details will also help you verify if the car has had any accidents or claims related to those.
Also Read: Buying A Used Car vs A New Car - Pros And Cons

It is important to get the vehicle ownership transferred to your name as soon as possible
Get Ownership Transferred
You must get the vehicle ownership transferred to your name as soon as possible. In case the vehicle had a previous owner make sure the current owner has a Non-Objection Certificate (NOC) for selling the car as it will be required to transfer the registration certificate. You will need to submit an application for the transfer at your Regional Transport Office or RTO. You will need the registration certificate in your name for insurance as well. The person selling the car will need to have valid insurance for RC transfer.
Also Read: Insurance For Used Cars: Things You Should Know
Get Second-Hand Car Insurance
Once the RC transfer is done, it's important that you get the insurance transferred to your name as well. If the RC is in your name but the policy is still under the previous owner's name, then the policy stands nullified. So, the first thing you want to do is get contact the insurance provider and get the insurance transferred to your name. You can also buy completely new insurance that will be a much simpler and faster process than getting the existing one transferred. Also, this will offer you the flexibility to choose a policy that best suits you.
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Before you start using the car it's important to get the vehicle cleaned and serviced
Get The Car Cleaned And Serviced
Before you start driving your new used car you must get the vehicle cleaned and services properly. It's possible that the previous owner might have missed servicing the car before selling it. So, once all the paperwork is done take to car to your mechanic or service centre and get the basic things like oil and filters changed among other small things. Also in current conditions, it's important to have a sanitised car to get the car deep-cleaned by professionals.
Seshan Vijayraghvan is among those who chose to be an automotive journalist just for the pleasure of getting their hands on all the awesome 4-wheeled and 2-wheeled machines that comes their way. A writer by day and a reader by night, this South-Indian Mumbaikar's love for cars and bikes is as strong as his beloved filter coffee. His current desire is to procure a mint-condition Premier Padmini and Royal Enfield Interceptor 650.
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