When buying a new or used car, it’s easy to get excited by a good deal but taking a moment to look twice can make all the difference. Watch for red flags and choose an OMVIC registered dealer so you’re protected if something doesn’t add up.
OMVIC (Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council) protects car buyers by making sure registered dealers follow the rules.
Remember, you’re only protected by the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act when buying from an OMVIC registered dealer.
OMVIC gives you the tools to:
Get all-in pricing, full vehicle history disclosure, and legal protection if something goes wrong.
You’re not protected when buying vehicles from unlicensed, illegal sellers (curbsiders).
All-in pricing means the price you see is the price you pay (+HST and licensing). No hidden fees.
In Ontario, vehicle sales are final—review all details and disclosures before signing.
Join one of our free webinars to ask your car-buying questions directly to an OMVIC expert and learn the key steps every Ontario buyer should know before they start shopping.
