stollen rebirthed vans

the rocket · Guru

stollen rebirthed vans

hako · Guru

Try the PPSR - any money owed on a vehicle should show on this register:
www.ppsr.com.au/

Be aware there are other companies that link to the PPSR but charge big dollars. If money owed is not on the PPSR then legally it has clear title.

Good Luck.

Hey Jim · Guru

the rocket wrote:
hello, have been pondering this question.
if u buy a secondhand caravan is there a way to find out if they have been stollen and renirthed

Hi Rocket,

I always follow the paper trail. If the van is not that old the owner should still have all the original paper work and on going service papers rego papers for a few years etc.

I have always kept the lot, and have quick sales. Our camper had ALL the paper work for thirteen years. Sold very quick. If they can't show you, move on IMO.

Jim

Bruce and Bev · Guru

most RV's have their S/N welded on the A frame as well as 2 other places on the chassis.

Another way to check is if, for example, the RV is a Jayco, you get all its details - model, year of manufacture etc and phone Jayco direct. They can tell you if you are looking at that particular model and year.

I understand re-birthed RVs usually have the S/N's ground right off and sometimes a new and invented S/N is welded on

montie · Guru

Unfortunately there is no fool proof way to detect if a van has been rebirthed.

Precautions you should take if buying a used van privately are:

a) Check PPSR (it can be done online for a small fee). The report will tell you if the van has any money owing, if it has been stolen or written off. As a PPSR search is done using the vin number usually off the compliance plate a rebirthed van may not be detected if the vin plate has been replaced.

b) Ask to sight the rego papers for the van and ensure that the name on the papers is actually the person selling the van. You may need to ask for ID. Also check the Vin no on the rego against the compliance plate on the van.

c) Only pay a nominal deposit on the day, as little as possible, and the full balance when you pick it up.

d) Finally, if you have doubts or suspicions......walk away...there are plenty of used vans on the market.

If you purchase a used van from a dealer that turns out to be rebirthed or stolen the dealer is responsible and you are entitled to your money back.

Montie