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I want to buy a car from a private seller. Do I need insurance before I drive it home?

I'm planning to purchase a car from a person I found through Facebook. I don't have car insurance right now because I haven't owned a car before. Do I need insurance when I go to pick it up?

Mariah Lee · Updated on Feb 22, 2021

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

Thanks for your question! Yes, you should have car insurance coverage in place before driving the vehicle from the location of the sale.

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