Short answer: Ask for the business name, ABN and any licence required in your state or territory, check that they have a physical premises or a verifiable address, look for reviews and a track record, confirm that the person collecting your car is employed by the business named and ask how they handle the car after collection, because a legitimate dealer will answer all of these without fuss.
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List Free →Business identity
An ABN and a business name can be checked online, and a dealer who will not provide them is a risk.
Premises and reputation
A real address, reviews and a history of operating are good signs, while a number with no address behind it is a warning.
Licensing
Requirements differ by state and territory, so ask what licence the dealer holds and check it with the relevant authority if you are unsure.
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