Is there any way you can buy a car without a license? I'm 19 years old. I want to get my license, but I'm a little nervous. I think if I bought a car, I'd feel more motivated.
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It is very possible and perfectly legal to buy a car when you don’t have a license. But the process may be challenging. While it’s easy to buy a vehicle, you’ll have a hard time finding financing, insuring the car, and registering it.
In terms of buying a car without a license, all you’ll need is a government-issued ID and the necessary finances. You won’t be able to drive it home without a license and insurance, but most dealers have a delivery option! So you won’t be able to move the car once it’s dropped off, but it’ll still be yours.
You’ll need to register and insure the car, which is impossible without a license or permit. Your only option here is to transfer ownership to someone else to register and insure it for the time being. Consider having a parent or family member do this, so once you are licensed, they can
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