While a car dealer guarantees clear title, if you buy a car privately with money owing, you’re liable. To save you the drama, click on the link below and follow the prompts. It only costs $2.00 but could save you the cost of the car if it’s taken off you with money owing. Remember, the person you bought it from may not be the one owing money. It may go back to owners before that. We’ve been caught out ourselves so be careful