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Car Buyers' and sellers' checklists

Buyer's Checklist

Is the current registration certificate is in the seller’s name? (although this is not proof of ownership)

Does the seller’s name on the transfer application form match the name on the current registration certificate?

Check the Queensland safety certificate or certificate of inspection (COI) has not expired. (Private Sale 2 months or 2000kms/Dealer Sale 3 months or 1000kms, whichever one comes first)

The Queensland safety certificate or certificate of inspection is displayed on the vehicle. (Paper copy only)

The vehicle has been inspected by an independent mechanic or undergone a pre -purchase inspection.

If the vehicle runs on gas or is fitted with gas appliances, fittings or systems the vehicle may require a gas certificate. It is the responsibility of the seller to provide you with this. The certificate cannot not be more than 3 months old and must be from an authorised gas installer.

Both the buyer and seller have filled out all sections of the Transfer of Vehicle Registration Application (form F3520).

You (the buyer) must lodge Part A (Transfer Application) of the Transfer of Vehicle Registration Application form at customer service centre within 14 days of purchase.

You should use the search function on the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) to make sure that the vehicle you are buying does not have a security interest over it. For example, if you buy a vehicle that still has money owing on it, the vehicle could be repossessed by the person who lent money against it. A PPSR search will also advise whether the vehicle has been reported as stolen or written-off.
Note: If you buy a vehicle from a motor dealer, they must supply a vehicle search certificate from the PPSR.

The current registration certificate is in your name (although this is not proof of ownership)

The Queensland Safety Certificate or Certificate of Inspection has not expired. Private Sale: 2 months or 2000km

Valid Gas Certificate if required. A vehicle that has LPG or Gas appliances requires a gas certificate from an authorised gas certifier.

Both the buyer and seller have signed both sections of the Transfer of Vehicle Registration Application (form F3520)

You keep Part B (Proof of Transfer/Notice of Disposal) of the Transfer of Vehicle Registration Application form
Check the vehicle has been transferred into the new owners name with Queensland Transport and Main Roads