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Can I buy a car with a suspended license?

My license got suspended for 90 days right when I found the perfect new vehicle (at a great price, too). I don’t want to miss out on my new car—can I buy a car while my license is suspended?

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Samuel Todd · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You can technically buy a car with a
suspended license
, but you won't be able to drive, insure, or register it.
Most states have no law to stop you from purchasing a car with a suspended license—especially if you
buy from a private seller
. That said, you may run into some additional hurdles during the car-buying process with a suspended license:
The bottom line: It's better to wait
until your suspended license is reinstated
to buy a car. That way, you can enjoy your new ride right away without any delays or hoops to jump through.
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