Misrepresentation - Listings where the seller has misrepresented the title, odometer or VIN all violate state laws and are not permitted on eBay.

Odometer Modification Devices - Because it is unlawful in many jurisdictions to reset odometers to read less than the true actual mileage on a motor vehicle, sales of odometer modification and calibration devices (whether manual or electronic) are prohibited on eBay.

Below are specific tips to ensure a positive eBay Motors trading experience:

All members (sellers and buyers):

Members should read the following:

• Buying on eBay Motors

• Seller Services

• Listing Software Solutions

All members should review eBay's Prohibited and Restricted Items policy. Particular items of concern on eBay Motors include:

• Catalytic converters and test pipes

• Imported and emission non-compliant vehicles

• Used airbags

• Lockpicking devices

• Freon and other refrigerants

• Government IDs and licenses

• Stolen property

• Recalled vehicles, parts, tires and child safety seats

• VIN plates

• VIN plate rivets

• Government vehicle license plates

• Vehicle titles

Before buying or selling a vehicle on eBay Motors, please review the applicable laws provided by each state government. Topics members may wish to review include seller licensing rules, title requirements, emissions standards and registration policies. Here is a list of links to helpful state government automotive websites:

Members may take advantage of the Aon Warranty Group coverage if the vehicle is eligible.

To determine whether a vehicle is subject to an import restriction, members may consult the federal government's guidelines on import restrictions.

New and used gasoline-powered vehicles registered in California must pass the California Smog Check. To learn more about this requirement, review California's SmogCheck Rules.

Sellers should:

• State rules in the listing regarding what types of bidders will be accepted. For example:

  • "No bidders with negative feedback" or

  • "New bidders with 0 feedback must contact the seller."

• Outline clear terms of sale in their listing description. These terms should outline clearly what payment methods the seller will accept and within what time period the seller expects the buyer to pay.

• Know their vehicle:

  • Run a title check before listing the vehicle.

  • Make sure that any branded title on the history of the vehicle is appropriately disclosed in the listing description.

  • Provide complete title history. If there was a salvage title in the history, make sure it is disclosed in the listing description.

  • Ensure the appropriate status has been checked on the Sell Your Item (SYI) page (Clear, Salvage, Other).

  • Disclose structural damage and major repairs or replacements to the vehicle being listed, including frame, suspension, engine and body alterations and installation of after market parts.

• Comply with their state's laws relating to car dealer licensing, as well as the Federal Trade Commission's Used Car Rule if their trading activities meet the definition of a car dealer in that state.

• Consider informing buyers when their states have stricter emissions standards as it may impact buyers' ability to register the vehicle being sold.

• List the exact mileage of the vehicle. If the seller is unsure of the odometer's accuracy (especially on older or 5-digit odometer vehicles), the seller should disclose such uncertainties in the listing description.

• Visit the website of their state and the state of their potential buyer to learn of applicable laws. Based upon the physical location of the buyer or the seller, state consumer protection laws may apply to the transaction on eBay Motors and may limit what can legally be sold.

• Make sure any liens on the vehicle are disclosed in the listing description.

• Provide the VIN number in the listing description. Sellers will attract more legitimate buyers if a member has the ability to conduct their own checks on the vehicle's history.

eBay urges its sellers and buyers to comply with all governmental laws and regulations. Since the sale of vehicles is highly regulated or may cause harm to eBay or its members, members are encouraged to educate themselves on the laws governing their sale.