FAQ

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Autotude is South Africa's leading online marketplace where users can buy, sell, or advertise vehicles in South Africa, including new and used cars, SUVs, bakkies, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, Boats and Caravans.

Our platform connects private sellers, dealerships, and buyers in one secure digital environment., making vehicle transactions easy and convenient.

The process is simple:

For buyers

1. Search vehicles using filters such as brand, price, location, and mileage
2. Compare listings
3. Contact the seller directly
4. Arrange inspection, payment, and ownership transfer

For sellers

1. Create an account
2. Add vehicle details and photos
3. Publish your listing
4. Respond to buyer inquiries
5. Finalize the sale

• Browsing vehicles: Free
• Contacting sellers: Free
• Listing vehicles: May require a listing package depending on the listing type.

Our marketplace includes:

• New cars
• Used cars
• SUVs
• Bakkies
• Motorcycles
• Commercial vehicles
• Electric vehicles (EVs)
• Hybrid vehicles
• Including Boats and Caravans

Yes. We use multiple security measures including:

• Account verification
• Fraud detection monitoring
• Secure messaging
• Reporting tools for suspicious listings

However, always practice safe buying habits when dealing with private sellers.

You can filter listings using:

• Price range
• Vehicle make and model
• Mileage
• Year
• Transmission type
• Fuel type
• Body type
• Location

This helps you quickly find cars that match your budget and needs.

Yes. Our comparison tool allows you to compare:

• Price
• Engine specifications
• Fuel economy
• Safety features
• Mileage
• Ownership history

You can contact sellers through:

• Direct message on the platform
• Phone call/Whatsapp
• Email contact form

Dealerships usually respond faster than private sellers.

Absolutely.

Before buying a used car, you should:

• Test drive the vehicle
• Check service history
• Inspect for damage
• Consider a mechanic inspection

Vehicle history and inspection checks are important to avoid hidden issues. (Autotude)

What should I check before buying a used car?

Important checks include:

• Accident history
• Service history
• Mileage authenticity
• Roadworthy certificate
• Ownership history

Researching the vehicle model and reliability beforehand is strongly recommended. (Autotude)

Yes. Many listings allow price negotiation.

We recommend researching similar vehicles to understand the market value before negotiating.

You should obtain:

• Vehicle registration certificate (RC1)
• Seller’s ID copy
• Proof of address
• Proof of payment or invoice

These documents are needed to register the vehicle in your name. (Autotude)

Many listings offer finance options through partner banks or finance providers.

You may be able to:

• Apply for vehicle finance
• Calculate monthly repayments
• Get pre-approval

Approval depends on your credit profile.

You should obtain:

• Vehicle registration certificate (RC1)
• Seller’s ID copy
• Proof of address
• Proof of payment or invoice

These documents are needed to register the vehicle in your name. (Autotude)

Both options have advantages.

Private sale

✔ Higher selling price
✔ More control

Dealer sale

✔ Faster sale
✔ Less negotiation
✔ Less paperwork