Hi all.

 

Looking at buying a second hand scooter and would like to know how to change the names in the book from the current owner to mine ( or my wife).

 

In particular, I have seen a bike and discussed with the seller over FB messenger. Done a live video call and it ticks all the boxes but it's in Korat so I want him to ship it and I'll pay on delivery. He's agreed to this but I just want to know what needs to be done. Does he just send the book with the bike and that bit from his end or is there something else?

There is also a transfer document that he will need to fill in - pass it to you and you fill in your details as the new owner.

Send the book and document separately to the bike. I was told to never leave the book with the bike!

As far as I remember, that is all that it needs.

That's a tricky deal, handing over money before you even know if all is good. Make sure the ID numbers on bike match the book. 

Is it such a special model/deal of a scooter?

Otherwise I would surely look for at a local 2nd hand dealer(shop) where you can check before pay and get assistance with registering.

14 hours ago, EVENKEEL said:

That's a tricky deal, handing over money before you even know if all is good. Make sure the ID numbers on bike match the book. 

I'm happy with the bike. We have already had a detailed video call but it is cash on delivery and no money will change hands until I'm happy. The bike isn't my concern I just want to make sure he has the correct documentation and signs in the right place so I can change the title

6 minutes ago, ConnectionNotGuaranteed said:

I'm happy with the bike. We have already had a detailed video call but it is cash on delivery and no money will change hands until I'm happy. The bike isn't my concern I just want to make sure he has the correct documentation and signs in the right place so I can change the title

I bought a used big bike from a business in Bangkok, picked it up myself. He had all the paperwork ready for me. Copies of his DL as well. Perhaps go to your local inspection station and have them show you necessary paperwork and places to sign. Perhaps you could take delivery at the inspection station so paperwork can be reviewed before you pay.