Buy your next vehicle
The safest way to buy vehicles privately.
Sell your vehicle
Take the hassle out of private car sales
ID verification
Value and history report
E-sign the bill of sale
Instant payment
License plate
VIN
Why PrivateAuto?
Verified users
Driver's license verification. Avoid scams.
Fully automated
100% tech driven. Close the deal on your own.
Instant transfers
Verified funds. Securely transfer money anytime.
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Already have a buyer or seller? Use our DealNow feature to easily send a deal link to ther other party to close the sale.
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SAFE
Feel confident with identity verification
Avoid scammers with email, phone, and drivers license verification, including facial recognition technology. Plus, you never have to give out your contact info; all messaging, offers, and scheduling are done through our app.
SIMPLE
Take the guesswork out of the sale
Experience dealer-like services in the palm of your hand. Schedule test drives and conveniently e-sign your Bill of Sale. Want to share important documents with the other party? You can do that too.
SECURE
Transfer funds anywhere, instantly
PrivateAuto Pay is a direct banking integration that ensures payments are safely transferred without the risks associated with cash or cashier’s checks. Experience escrow-like safeguards without relying on a third party.
Why people are loving PrivateAuto
Why people are
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Pricing
Buyer
Free
No fees, completely free*
Seller ID verification
AutoCheck history report
Test drive & make offer tools
E-sign the bill of sale
Instantly send Funds
Buyer financing available
No transaction fees
*Disclaimer: Account services are provided by USALLIANCE Financial, a licensed and insured banking institution. PrivateAuto does not facilitate or handle any funds throughout the transaction. All funds in custody of USALLIANCE. Buyer financing may require additional fees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is PrivateAuto
PrivateAuto takes the hassle out of selling and buying vehicles privately! The technology driven, self-service solution to safely communicate, e-sign state documents, and send or receive payments instantly and securely. PrivateAuto is the new way to buy and sell cars for sale by owner.
Verified information and confidential communication gives you the freedom to communicate between two parties without giving out personal contact information. Schedule a test drive, negotiate the price, and exchange payments through a secure online system with PrivateAuto.
Verified information and confidential communication gives you the freedom to communicate between two parties without giving out personal contact information. Schedule a test drive, negotiate the price, and exchange payments through a secure online system with PrivateAuto.
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