Ontario used-car guides

Everything the VIN can’t tell you — the provincial paperwork, taxes and inspections that decide whether a good deal stays a good deal.

The complete Ontario UVIP guide

What a Used Vehicle Information Package includes, what it costs, and how to read every section before you buy.

When Ontario requires one, what the inspector checks, how long it lasts, and what a pass does and doesn't mean.

How to make sure you're not inheriting someone else's debt with the vehicle.

How private-sale tax is calculated on the wholesale value, and when it differs from a dealer purchase.

Registering a car you're bringing in from another province or the U.S.

The tell-tale signs a vehicle's kilometres have been rolled back.

Every step of buying used in Ontario, from the VIN check to registration.

The questions that separate a good used-car buy from a costly mistake.

What Ontario's vehicle brands mean and how they affect value and insurance.

Unlicensed dealers posing as private sellers — and how to protect yourself.