Before you hand over a cent, run a PPSR check—Australia’s official way to see if there’s finance owing or if the car’s been written off or stolen.
Grab the VIN, pay a few dollars on the PPSR site, and you’ll get a certificate showing any encumbrance, write‑off status, and registration details.
If it shows a financial interest, don’t buy until the seller clears it and you confirm with a fresh certificate—otherwise the lender can reclaim the car and you’ll be left hugging your receipt.
Cross‑check the seller’s ID with the rego papers, make sure the VIN matches everywhere, and keep copies of everything.
Private sale? Meet somewhere safe, sight photo ID, and write up a proper receipt—future‑you will thank present‑you.
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