Auto Talks

Yes, you can buy a car with no credit history, though securing financing often requires extra planning, proof of income, or a co-signer.

Yes, you can buy a car while holding a learner’s permit, but you may run into hurdles with financing, insurance.

Yes, you can buy a car with cash at a dealership, though “cash” typically includes a cashier’s check or bank transfer, not just paper currency.

Yes, buying a car from another state is perfectly legal, but you’ll need to register and pay sales tax in your home state afterward.

Yes, you can technically buy a car before you have insurance, but you generally cannot drive it off the lot without proof of coverage.

You can buy a car at 18 in most states, but limited credit history and strict income requirements often mean you’ll face higher interest rates.

Short answer: Not on your own. Since 17-year-olds are minors, they generally can’t sign legally binding contracts.

Most oil change shops and mechanics will let you bring your own oil, but the labor fee stays the same and you won’t get a discount for supplying.

Yes, you can be covered while driving someone else’s car under their policy’s “permissive use” clause.

Yes, you can ask for more money by negotiating with the insurance adjuster before signing a final settlement agreement.