Buyer Guide

We are looking at purchasing a brand new current single-cab Toyota Hilux diesel with an auto transmission. What are you thoughts on carrying one tonne in the tray for work purposes? Are there any other makes and models you could suggest please?

 

What do I have to do once my car is sold privately to another person in terms of registration transfer etc.? Also if I have two unpaid fines, is the person purchasing the car affected by it? The car is a Hyundai Elantra 2014.

 

I want to buy a 4x4, but don’t want a ute. There are a lot of AWD cars out there, but what would you recommend for a comfortable 4x4?

 

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Can I buy a car without a licence in Australia? The answer is: yes.CarsGuide contacted the various roads and traffic authorities around Australia who confirmed that you absolutely do not need a driver’s licence to buy a car in Australia.Ah, we hear you say, but what happens when you need to transfer the registration? This is where it can get trickier, but the truth is you don’t have to hold a driver’s licence to do this either.In Western Australia the Department of Transport told us you don’t need a licence to buy a car – you just need to be at least 16-years-old, be able to show them proof of identity and you also must be a WA resident. This means if you’re learning to drive or on a learner’s permit you can buy a car and have yourself registered as the owner.In New South Wales a spokesperson for the RMS said that there is no road transport law or policy requirement to possess a driver’s licence to purchase a vehicle and that one wasn’t needed to transfer the registration either.The same goes for Queensland, Victoria and South Australia where you are not required to hold a driver’s licence to buy a car or even transfer the registration, but you must supply proof of identity.Australia’s states and territories have differing methods for transferring ownership and while a driver's licence isn’t required, it’s important that new owners follow the proper processes.In NSW, for instance, within 14 days of acquiring a registered vehicle the previous owner must submit a notice of disposal and the new buyer must then pay a transfer fee, stamp duty and additional costs.The new owner must also provide proof of identity and proof of registration entitlement – such as a bill of sale, receipt, tax invoice or motor dealer sales contract.There's a catch. Well it's not really a catch but you should be warned: once the car is owned by you and registered in your name you will be sent the fines and penalties for whoever happens to be driving it.

I'm thinking of selling my 2007 Mazda 3 SP23. How much could I expect to sell it for? It's done 94,000 km, there are no major mechanical issues, and it’s always been serviced.

I'm looking to buy a second hand 2012 Hyundai i30 or Accent and was wondering how reliable these cars are when bought second hand?

I'm thinking of purchasing a 2016 Land Rover Discovery HSE SD6 for pulling a Tvan camper across Australia. This used vehicle has never been taken off road, but that would not be the case with me. Before and after any extended off-road trip I would have the Disco serviced, but I have been told that in the event the Disco needs repair finding parts in the outback stations would be harder for a Disco compared to a Toyota 4x4, simply because we see more Toyota's around. Is this true? Does it matter if the Disco is carefully inspected prior to a trip? Do Toyota's breakdown more often compared to a Disco? Any thoughts?