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Protected Car Sale
Buying or selling a used car can hide liens, attachments and fraud. In a protected car sale, the funds go to the firm’s trust account and are released to the seller only after ownership transfer and verification that there are no liens or attachments.
Buying and selling a car — without the worry
The goal is to let buyers and sellers complete the deal with confidence, under legal guidance, so that money changes hands only once it is clear the car is clean and ownership has been transferred lawfully.
The advantages
Trust account
The buyer transfers the funds to the firm’s trust account; the money is released to the seller only after ownership transfer and verification that there are no liens or attachments.
Identity verification
Verifying the identity of buyer and seller to reduce the risk of fraud and impersonation.
Sale even with an active loan
A car carrying a loan or lien can be sold in an orderly, safe way for both sides.
Lawyer-drafted sale agreement
A sale agreement drafted by a lawyer and tailored to the specific deal.
Disclosure form
The seller’s declaration of the car’s condition, so the buyer knows what to expect.
Accident & claims history check
Examining the car’s history before a single shekel changes hands.
How it works — step by step
- 01
The parties agree on the commercial terms
- 02
Signing a lawyer-drafted sale agreement
- 03
The buyer transfers the consideration to the firm’s trust account
- 04
Ownership is transferred
- 05
The firm verifies there are no attachments or liens
- 06
The funds are released to the seller from the trust account
The process is handled by the firm and is not an automated online system. There is no online payment, and every deal is examined on its merits — none of this is a commitment to approve any transaction.
“A protected sale is your legal insurance — even before the car is registered in your name.”
A quick legal check before signing
Found a car? Send us the details for a preliminary check before you sign — the car’s registration, possible liens and the payment method. The legal-tools hub also offers further preliminary checks.
Topics in this area
- 5 things to check in the car’s registration before paying the seller
- The mechanic checked the chassis — but who checked the lien?
- Car sale agreements: clauses worth adding so you don’t buy a pig in a poke
- An inspection isn’t enough: what happens when the car has an enforcement attachment
- Disclosure law for used cars: what the seller must tell you
- Bought a car that turned out to be attached? A legal guide to examining cancellation
- Buying a lien-encumbered car: how to do it right when there’s an active bank debt
- Cash, bank check or transfer: the safest way to pay for a used car
Frequently asked questions
What is a trust account in a car deal?
A trust account holds the deal’s funds with a neutral party (the firm), releasing them to the seller only once the agreed conditions are met — such as ownership transfer and verification of no liens or attachments. Money handling is done off-site as a legal service, not as an online payment.
Can I buy a car that has a lien or loan?
Yes. A protected deal lets the loan or lien be handled in an orderly way — so the lien is removed and the transfer is completed lawfully before funds are released to the seller. Each case is assessed individually.
What does the disclosure form include?
The disclosure form is the seller’s declaration of the car’s condition — including known accidents, damage and faults. It aims to reduce future disputes and give the buyer a reliable picture. The exact wording is set subject to legal review.
How is ownership transferred in a protected deal?
After the agreement is signed and the funds are deposited in trust, ownership is transferred at the licensing authority and the absence of attachments and liens is verified. Only once these steps are complete are the funds released to the seller. This is a general description, subject to the deal’s circumstances.
⚖️ Disclaimer: The information on this page is general only and does not constitute legal advice or a substitute for individual counsel. Trust-account handling is a legal service performed off-site and is not an online payment. Every deal is examined on its merits and subject to its circumstances.
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