It’s not an uncommon scenario. A buyer finds the car of their dreams, but the vehicle is listed for sale in another province. This often leads to the question: Can you buy a car from a different province? The answer is yes, you can buy a car from a different province—but there are some additional steps you’ll need to take to complete the sale. Fortunately, the Pfaff Automotive Partners team is here to help drivers from Thornhill to Mississauga and beyond get behind the wheel of their ideal vehicles. Below, we take you through the process of buying a car in Canada out of province.
A good place to start with buying a car in Canada is to confirm with the seller that they are willing and able to perform an interprovincial sale. Both dealerships and private sellers will need to complete some additional documentation, so first verify that they are amenable to the extra work involved. Once you’ve gotten the OK, follow these steps:
Contact the VRA in your province to review the paperwork and information you’ll need to conduct an interprovincial sale. These requirements may vary between provinces, so reach out to your local VRA office to determine the specific requirements.
In many cases, there are expenses like motor vehicle and GST/HST taxes and shipping costs to consider when buying out of province. Take these factors into account when negotiating the price of your vehicle to ensure your new ride fits comfortably within your budget.
Next, you’ll need to complete and sign the required paperwork and pay for the vehicle. This is typically straightforward when dealing with a dealership, but there’s a risk of getting scammed when buying from a private seller. To protect yourself, cross-check the seller’s government-issued identification with the name on all the registration and ownership documents, as this will help guarantee that the sale is legitimate and the seller has the legal right to sell the vehicle.
After you’ve completed this step, you’re ready to transfer ownership into your name, then you can register the vehicle in your province.
The vehicle is now legally yours, which means it’s time to arrange pickup. You can pick it up in person or hire a vehicle shipper to deliver the car to you.
Can you buy a car from a different province? As you can see, it’s definitely possible! Pfaff Automotive Partners makes the process fast and easy. Contact us in Vaughan to learn more, and be sure to take a look at our current new and pre-owned inventory. No matter where you are in Canada, we will help you get keys in hand with a minimum of stress and hassle.
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