When it comes to cars,you're safer with carsales 

Frequently asked questions

• What is the safest way to pay? 

  Use a payment method that provides proof of purchase, such as a receipt or email confirmation from the provider. Always ask for a signed receipt with the date and time to confirm payment. Never send cash in the mail.
  
  We recommend using pay through carsales to pay and receive funds for the car. It’s a safer, simpler way for both buyers and sellers to transact and helps protect you against scams with all buyers’ and sellers’ ID verified.

• How do I check a car’s written-off status?

  You can purchase a vehicle history report which shows if the car has been recorded as a repairable write-off or a statutory write-off. A repairable write-off can sometimes be re-registered after repair, while a statutory write-off cannot be legally re-registered in Australia.

• How can I safely buy a car interstate?

  Ask the seller all relevant questions about the car, emphasising that you’ll be travelling from another state. Consider getting a car inspection through RedBook Inspect (paid option) before you purchase. Ensure the car remains registered for your drive home and confirm your insurance will cover an interstate-registered car. For further details on registration, consult your local transport authority.

• How do I check the history of a car?

  Obtain a vehicle history report (paid option) which tells you if the car has any finance owing, whether it’s been recorded as written-off or stolen, and if there are any odometer discrepancies.

• How do I buy a car with finance owing? 

  First, confirm the amount owed and to whom. Discuss this with the seller and request written documentation from their finance company that shows the exact amount. If possible, pay the owed amount directly to the lender and the remaining balance to the seller.