PrivateAuto
How PrivateAuto Works

Two people. Two accounts.
One secure way to close the deal.

You find each other. PrivateAuto provides the technology to verify each other, sign the paperwork, securely move the money between your accounts, and close the deal.

Before the deal closes

Buyer's account

$28,400.00

Funds available

Seller's account

$0.00

After the deal closes

Buyer's account

$0.00

Seller's account

$28,400.00

Funds received

The PrivateAuto Process

From agreement to done in five steps.

1

Verify identity

Buyer verified

Seller verified

2

Confirm the vehicle

2021 Toyota Tacoma

42,000 miles

Vehicle details confirmed

3

Get funds ready

Buyer's account

Funds ready

Add funds to your account so you're ready to buy.

Seller's account

Wallet verified

Set up and verify your wallet to receive payment.

4

Sign the paperwork

Purchase Agreement

Buyer signed

Seller signed

5

Close the deal

Buyer's account

$0.00

$28,400
transferred

Seller's account

$28,400.00

Your funds stay in your account until you close.

Built Around Your Deal

Everything happens in one place.

From verification and paperwork to payment and communication, PrivateAuto keeps both sides of the transaction moving together.

Know where things stand

See real-time progress on every step.

Handle the paperwork

Complete and eSign the documents required for the transaction.

Close when you're ready

Once everything is complete, transfer the funds directly to the seller's account.

Create an account →

It's free, takes less than 2 minutes.

Any Deal. Any Distance.

Virginia to California?
Same simple process.

Buying or selling a car across the country doesn't have to be complicated. PrivateAuto gives both sides what they need to close the deal from wherever they are.

Map of the continental United States showing a vehicle route between California and Virginia

Vehicle inspected

Get an inspection for added confidence.

Title checked

Look up title records and check for liens.

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Funds ready

Buyer's funds are verified and ready.

Documents signed

Complete and eSign the required documents.

Transport arranged

Get the vehicle delivered right to your door.

Additional Services

Need a little more help with your deal?

PrivateAuto offers optional services to make your transaction even easier.

Inspections

AI self-inspection or an in-person mechanical check.

Loan payoff

We verify the loan and handle the payoff paperwork.

Vehicle transport

Door-to-door delivery, arranged in the deal.

Title services

Look up title information through DMV records.

Ready to Get Started?

Close your deal with confidence.

Create your free PrivateAuto account and experience the safe, simple way to buy or sell a car privately.

Get started →

It's free and takes less than 2 minutes.