<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nOnce you’ve found a reputable website, the next step is to find the vehicle that you want to buy. Make sure that you spend the time researching what you want. Take into consideration how much money it will cost to buy and ship the vehicle to you. It is also important to know how much money you are willing to spend on the vehicle you want to have. (Most military vehicles start at around $15,000 and climb to over $500,000.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is also important to know if you have extensive knowledge about that vehicle. Once you’ve done the research on the vehicle you would like, it’s time to get to buying. Most of the websites that sell surplus military vehicles have the buying process online. It can be done in two ways: auctions or direct purchases. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most important thing to check is if there is a serial number.<\/strong> It is vital to make sure that the vehicle has its correlating information. If you can’t find it, don’t buy it. This will save you any trouble from buying a vehicle that you can’t drive around. If the seller doesn’t want to provide the information it is a pretty good indication that it is a sale you should avoid. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAs the name suggests, you’ll be biding against other online competitors if you decide to participate in an auction. Prices during auctions can be driven to exorbitant heights, so don’t get caught up in the excitement. You don’t want to buy a $500,000 vehicle you can’t afford. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the excitement of online bidding doesn’t excite you, most websites have a “purchase now” option. You can confer with the seller and find the information that you need before going forward with the transaction. The typical method of payment is with a card; however, some websites do have an option for sending a check. This differs with each website, but the payment method should be explained once you buy your vehicle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Titles and Registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Now that you have your vehicle, it is important to make sure that it is registered in your name. This will happen as you receive an SF 97-1 form, (United States form to Obtain a Vehicle’s Title), and a purchaser’s receipt for your purchase. Having a clear and accurate title should be one of your biggest priorities.<\/strong> If you can’t see the title while doing research on the vehicle you want, contact the seller. They should have filled out the title as part of their requirements for selling the vehicle. This will allow them to put the buyer as the new owner of the title. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nYou can ask if they can send you a picture of the title. They can cover up sensitive information when they send it, but make sure that the serial number on the title matches the vehicle’s online listing. Again, if they don’t provide clear information don’t buy it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once you receive the title to the vehicle, you’ll need to register your vehicle with the state that you’re living in. While getting it registered so you can drive, you must obtain the Verification of Vehicle certificate (REG 31) from the DMV. This is the only way you can register your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Only specific types of military vehicles can be driven on the road, so it is important to know what can and cannot be driven on the streets. For example, military tanks are far too wide to be driven on the streets even though they can be purchased. Any vehicle that is over 102 inches wide is not allowed to be driven on the streets. It is important that you research the laws and regulations that are specific to that state. Laws and regulations can be seen by visiting the state’s site pertaining to rulings that have been made. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After you’ve completed that process, you will be able to enjoy your vehicle. It is important to focus on the upkeep of these older models which might mean that there are repairs to be done along the way. Finding the correct information on how to care for your vehicle is important. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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