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Negotiating the price of a privately sold used car can save you thousands if you do it correctly. This guide explains when to negotiate, what evidence to use, how much to offer, what to say to the seller, and when to walk away, all tailored to private car sales in Australia.

This used car negotiation calculator helps Australian buyers work out a fair private sale offer using real market value, repair costs, and risk buffers. Includes worked examples, negotiation scripts, and guidance on when to walk away.

Buying a used car privately can save money, but it also comes with fewer protections. This practical guide shows you how to screen listings, run the right checks (including PPSR), spot hidden crash or flood damage, test drive properly, use an independent inspection, negotiate based on evidence, and handle the paperwork state by state.

Buying a second-hand motorcycle can save thousands, but the wrong bike can cost even more in repairs, insurance headaches, or paperwork problems. This guide covers how to choose the right bike, run key checks (including PPSR), inspect and test ride safely, negotiate confidently, and handle registration transfers in every Australian state and territory.

Buying your first car as a P-plater in Australia can feel overwhelming. This guide breaks down the best cars to buy, state-by-state restrictions, insurance costs, safety features, inspection checklists, and real-world tips to help young drivers avoid costly mistakes and stay road-legal.

There is no nationwide change to P-plate rules in 2025. Western Australia introduced Tom’s Law, a one-passenger cap for red P drivers, while other states keep their existing rules on phones, passengers, curfews, and speed. This guide clears up misinformation and explains the real rules, state by state.