Buying a used Car

[Ace001]

I'm going to look at a used private car in the next couple days. Say I like it, and want to put down a deposit until my loan comes through. How much should I give? Also, I guess I need a receipt to say I have paid this, what should the receipt say?

Cheers

[baileys]

personally Ace, i wouldn't give them a deposit.they've got a harder job selling their vehicle than you have got buying one,your in the driving seat on this one,but watch out for the scammers,

http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/alerts/uca ralrt.htm

[baileys]

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[markja]

as mdoo says. don't part with any cash untill your loan's through. if it doesn't come through and you've paid a deposit wave bye bye to it. also, having the straight cash gives you a better haggling position. good luck.