buying a used car in victoria

Buying a used car in Victoria? Start with the boring‑but‑vital stuff: run a PPSR check for finance/write‑off history, confirm the VIN/rego match, and review service records. To transfer a registered car, you’ll need a current Victorian Roadworthy Certificate (RWC)—sellers often supply it; if not, you’ll be the one chasing it before VicRoads will transfer. Lodge the transfer within 14 days via VicRoads and budget for motor vehicle duty and transfer fees. Get a pre‑purchase inspection (RACV or similar), test drive from cold, and look for leaks, uneven tyre wear, and wobbly panel gaps. If a deal smells fishier than a Friday market, walk away and let someone else adopt the “project.”