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What documents are needed buying a car?
What documents are required when purchasing a car both privately and from dealers.
Our answer:
Hi Eric,
We're put together a How to Buy a Used Car Safely feature to help you through the process. In terms of documents you personally will need, it's advisable to bring identification and proof of address, but not all sellers will ask for such things.
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