10 Fraud Awareness Tips
- Dont meet seller alone?
When going to buy a car dont go alone for security reasons have someone escort you.
- Have a Qualified mechanic checkup
If possible, have a car mechanic join you and inspect the vehicle before you pay to complete a sale.
- Purchase a car in person
The safest way is in a public place. However, if you must wire funds, please make sure you verify the receiving account details.
- Pay Through Secure Channels
As the one selling ,always state your preferred method of payment this could be cash or bank deposit but we recommend bank deposit.
- Failure to provide Whitebook or Letter of sale
It can be indicative of fraud if the seller is unable or unwilling to provide Whitebook that contain all car legal details.
- Online Scams
Fraudsters will use online marketplaces to sell cars that do not exist or are not as described.
- Don’t Send Money Before Meeting The Seller
Avoid being asked to send money for fuel to the seller to drive and show you the car as thats one way to be scammed.
- Stolen Car with good price
A car with unbelievable price could be a stolen and this would lead into the police being involved leading to
you being arrested.
- Always Buy From A Reputable Dealer
When a car is listed on most market places like facebook for sell make sure its from a known seller and avoid
being scammed.
- Never Trust Photos Online
With Photoshop, anyone can easily remove dents, scratches, water lines, and other damages be show to check from trusted platforms.
