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Is it safe to buy from internet car dealers?
Internet dealers quote keen prices but most are "pre-reg" meaning no V5C for several months. With £20,000 or more sent in advance of seeing car and then no document, is this wise or safe?
Asked on 24 August 2010 by david.wa
Answered by
Honest John
I don't think so, for the reasons given here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/internet-sales-and-brokers
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