buy a car in nsw

Buying a car in NSW is easy enough—if you plan like a rally co-driver, not a game-show contestant. Set a budget that includes stamp duty (about 3% up to $45k, more above), transfer fees, rego and CTP (Green Slip). Do a PPSR check, eyeball the service history, and get a pre‑purchase inspection so surprises are limited to birthdays. Private sale? Grab a proper receipt, verify the seller’s ID, and transfer ownership with Service NSW within 14 days or cop a late fee. Vehicles 5+ years old need an eSafety “pink slip” for rego, and you’ll need CTP sorted before you hit the road. If you want a head start on decent listings, browse Tradingpost, then practice your “walk-away”—works better than any warranty.