Step 1: Research 
The Buyz123 guide
Read how this guide can assist your decision-making and ensure that you consider all your options before making a purchase.
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What is available on the market?
Research the various cars that are available on the private market and what features you need to know about before you buy.
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- Type of car - Sports, family or compact sedan, utilities, etc
- Inspection checklist - Thorough inspection is important
- Location and description - Photos are useful for narrowing down cars
- Cost - Specify a budget and stick to it
Is it suited to me?
Ask yourself these key questions to make sure that your car is the right choice for you.
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- What type of car am I looking for, and why?
- What running costs can I afford?
- Could I spot a turkey?
- How much do I want to pay?
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Step 1: Evaluation 
Once you know what's available - it's time to narrow down the options
Look at how well each particular car meets your particular needs and eliminate the ones that don't suit you.
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- Test drive - To narrow down the good options
- Servicing and repair history
- Bring along a friend for their opinion
- How good is the price, and how negotiable?
My features list
Use this list to get a quick and effective overview of the privately sold car and to ensure that it has all the features that are most important to you.
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Comparing privately sold cars to one another
Consider these questions to help you make that final choice.
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- Which privately sold car is the best value for money?
- Which performed best in the test drive?
- Which car suits my needs the best?
- Which do I like the best?
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Step 1: Purchase 
I want to buy it - but how?
The different ways you can buy a privately sold car and the pros and cons of each method.
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- Internet, classifieds, park and sell lot, newsletters
- Choosing a seller - questions to ask
- Purchase
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