Dallas Police
Here are some important tips to help protect yourself when purchasing a vehicle online:
- Use extreme caution when buying a vehicle on an online marketplace.
- Ask the seller to meet you at the County Tax Office to complete the sale. If they refuse, it’s a major red flag-something could be wrong with the vehicle.
- The County Tax Office can verify if the title is legitimate and lien-free.
- Make sure the person you meet is the same person you’ve been in contact with and that their name matches the one on the title.
- Verify the driver’s license to ensure the person you’re meeting is who they say they are. If someone else shows up to complete the sale, that’s a huge red flag.
- For a large purchase, it’s always safer to buy from a certified car dealership or a reputable retailer.
- Check vehicle appraisal websites to compare resale values for the car you’re interested in. If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is.
- Visit https://www.txdmv.gov/motorists/buying-or-selling-a-vehicle to find the procedures for buying or selling a vehicle in Texas.
By taking these steps, you can help ensure your purchase is safe and legitimate.
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