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Buying a truck from across the cross country

Discussion in 'New Members' started by Bcg240803, Oct 21, 2019.

  1. Oct 21, 2019 at 6:34 PM
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    Bcg240803

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    Hi,

    I am looking to buy a truck from a member on here, but it is in CA and I’m in OH. I have figured out the shipping part, but wondering the best way to deal with the title and money part.

    Should I just write up a simple contract and send him the money or are there any escrow like services out there that would hold the money until I have the title in hand. I have cash so that should make it a bit simpler.

    Anyone who has experience with this, their insight would be appreciated.

    Thanks.

    Bart G.
     
    Bcg240803, Oct 21, 2019
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  2. Oct 21, 2019 at 6:35 PM
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    Why so far? I would assume California has the highest prices and biggest taxes.
     
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  3. Oct 21, 2019 at 6:50 PM
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  4. Oct 21, 2019 at 7:00 PM
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    It’s a built truck with the mods that I have been looking for.
     
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    Thanks.
     
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  6. Oct 21, 2019 at 7:01 PM
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    There are escrow companies that can handle this type of transaction.
     
    tcjacado, Oct 21, 2019
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  7. Oct 21, 2019 at 7:01 PM
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    Welcome to TW!

    Fly out to Cali & drive it home!
     
    det107, Oct 21, 2019
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  8. Oct 21, 2019 at 7:04 PM
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    I did this. Flew to Sacramento from Tacoma WA and drove my little pickup back. Did the whole thing with no issues.
     
    LittleBlueHilux69, Oct 21, 2019
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  9. Oct 21, 2019 at 7:05 PM
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    Doing something similar, flying to fl right now. Hope to buy the lx 570 I’ve had my eye on and then drive it the 3k miles. Makes it more of an adventure!
     
    wafflroo, Oct 21, 2019
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  10. Oct 21, 2019 at 7:07 PM
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    Hell yes! By far the best way to get to know your new truck.
     
    LittleBlueHilux69, Oct 21, 2019
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    Coffee, gas & piss, that's it!!

    /thread & safe travels!!
     
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  12. Oct 21, 2019 at 8:27 PM
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    Thanks all. Flying out and driving back sounds awesome. I will consider it but getting the time might be an issue.

    Thanks.
     
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