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40 CONSUMER INFORMATION Consumer and Business Services Buying a car You get more protections buying from a licensed second-hand car dealer than from a private seller: ´ A two day cooling-off period ´ Rights under Australian Consumer Law ´ A warranty, in many cases ´ A notice on the car window with details – eg previous owner, distance travelled, warranty conditions. General advice ´ Test drive the car ´ Get an independent mechanical inspection ´ Make the sale subject to your satisfaction with the mechanical report ´ If you buy at auction you can’t test drive the car and a warranty may not apply. Further information Contact Consumer and Business Services on 131 882 or cbs.sa.gov.au