How To Buy a Car in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has its own unique laws to protect consumers when buying a used car. This guide will help make it simple.

A vehicle history report such as AutoCheck can reveal important details about the car’s past.

• Title liens.
• Accidents.
• Reported stolen.
• Maintenance records.

Skip the endless back-and-forth calls and texts when planning a test drive.

You can arrange a test drive right on the platform. Just choose a time and meet the seller at the assigned location.

A clean car might have hidden mechanical problems.

Use PrivateAuto’s inspection scheduler to book an inspection with a local ASE certified mechanic.

Certificate of Title

Rhode Island law requires a title for 2001 vehicles or newer. Complete the transfer of title section on the certificate.

• Your name and address.
• Selling price.
• Date of sale.
• Odometer reading.
• Seller’s signature.
• Your signature.

Bill of Sale

Rhode Island requires a bill of sale. You’ll need it for titling and registration.

It should include the following:

• Car’s year, make, and model.
• The vehicle identification number (VIN).
• Color
• Selling price.

When you buy from a PrivateAuto seller, you get an electronic bill of sale form and state-specific documents. You can fill them out and sign right in the app.

You’ll need to order a new title and register the car.

You can transfer the license plates from a car you recently owned or order new ones.

PrivateAuto makes it easy to shop for a used car in Rhode Island.

• Test drive and inspection scheduling tools.
• Verifies seller ID so you can avoid scams.
• Keeps your info private.
• Ready-to-sign state-specific documents.

Plus, you get tips for buying and selling a car in your state.