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GarageGalCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 26, 2026permalink
Title status is the whole conversation. Bill of sale, VIN, odometer, and names matching the title — I'd want all four on the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. That's where I'd start. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
ApexNomad599Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 26, 2026permalink
I'd treat this like cash with a paper trail. If the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 still shows a lien, coordinate payoff with the lender before any cash changes hands. Then you'll know the next fork. On “seller will not allow a pre-purchase inspection,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Time, temperature, and whether it's in gear are the notes that actually help a shop. That's my plan before I call anyone.
SunBeltDad163Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 26, 2026permalink
I'd treat this like cash with a paper trail. A rushed deposit before you can inspect the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is enough reason to walk. I'd do that before spending real money. On “seller will not allow a pre-purchase inspection,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Salt Lake City. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. That's my plan before I call anyone.
CityTraveler79Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
I'd treat this like cash with a paper trail. Meet at a bank or dealer title office for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, not a parking lot at night. Then you'll know the next fork. On “seller will not allow a pre-purchase inspection,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Time, temperature, and whether it's in gear are the notes that actually help a shop. I asked for the buyer’s order in email, not a text.
CommuterDetailer973Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
OP here. Still looking, but I'm waiting on inspection notes before I send money on the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. If they only talk monthly I'm walking.
TowCollectorCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
Private-party deals fail on paperwork, not vibes. If the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 still shows a lien, coordinate payoff with the lender before any cash changes hands. I'd do that before spending real money. When does it actually happen? I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. I'll update if anything new shows up.
CommuterDetailer973Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
Walked a dealership this week on the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the doc fee was the tell. Going to re-read the worksheet tonight.
WeekendRoadie414Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
Don't get cute with the meetup or the payment. Independent PPI on the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is cheap insurance versus a seller who “already had a friend look at it.” That's where I'd start. This is from a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Salt Lake City. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. That's coming from doing this as an owner, not a shop. Not wiring anything in the meantime.
MarketDIYer623Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
Not convinced that's the whole story. Independent PPI on the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is cheap insurance versus a seller who “already had a friend look at it.” That's where I'd start. This is from a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Salt Lake City. Was this after sitting overnight? If the title is messy I'm out, full stop.
BrakeGuy426Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
I'd treat this like cash with a paper trail. Independent PPI on the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is cheap insurance versus a seller who “already had a friend look at it.” I'd do that before spending real money. On “seller will not allow a pre-purchase inspection,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Take it or leave it — that's what I'd do. Wrote this up on my lunch break.
GarageGalCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
I'd treat this like cash with a paper trail. If the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 still shows a lien, coordinate payoff with the lender before any cash changes hands. I'd do that before spending real money. On “seller will not allow a pre-purchase inspection,” that was the fork that mattered for me. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
CommuterDetailer973Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
Walked a dealership this week on the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the doc fee was the tell. PPI guy I use is booked until next week, so I'm waiting.
ApexSeller168Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
Not convinced that's the whole story. Independent PPI on the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is cheap insurance versus a seller who “already had a friend look at it.” I'd do that before spending real money. Do that first. That's coming from doing this as an owner, not a shop. Calling insurance in the morning before I reply to the desk.
CommuterDetailer973Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 27, 2026permalink
PPI is scheduled. I'm not depositing until I see the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 notes. Doc fee is the line I'm watching.
SunBeltDad163Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 28, 2026permalink
Asking because it changes the advice: Meet at a bank or dealer title office for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, not a parking lot at night. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Salt Lake City. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. Doc fee is the line I'm watching.
V8CollectorCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 28, 2026permalink
Title status is the whole conversation. If the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 still shows a lien, coordinate payoff with the lender before any cash changes hands. Then you'll know the next fork. Was this after sitting overnight? Sleeping on the number either way.
WrenchHunter732Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 28, 2026permalink
Don't get cute with the meetup or the payment. If the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 still shows a lien, coordinate payoff with the lender before any cash changes hands. That's where I'd start. Any freeze-frame data saved? Not wiring anything in the meantime.
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