Buying a Vehicle - Private seller

When buying a vehicle from a private seller, it's important to understand the required steps to make an informed decision and protect yourself from unfair practices.

Buying a Vehicle - automotive business

Businesses that sell, lease, repair or consign vehicles are required to comply with the business practices and consumer protections outlined in the Automotive Business Regulation.

It introduces industry-wide standards to help buyers have a straightforward experience when buying a vehicle.

Buying imported vehicles - outside of Canada

If you bought the vehicle outside Canada, you must get the proper inspection completed and provide import documentation.

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Buying imported vehicles -within Canada

If you bought the vehicle outside of Alberta, but within Canada, you’ll need to complete one of the following:

• out-of-province inspection

• a salvage inspection

• commercial inspection

Which inspection you complete depends on the type and status of your vehicle.

Before you go to an inspection station, you must get an Inspection Request from a registry agent.

Standard Bill of Sale

A standard bill of sale is used when buying/selling a vehicle in a private sale.

It contains information about the buyer, seller and vehicle and must be used in order to transfer ownership of the vehicle.