Sale of Goods Act (SOGA): Primary legislation governing contracts for sale of goods in Singapore. Establishes framework for title transfer, conditions, and warranties in sales contracts.
Road Traffic Act: Regulates vehicle ownership, transfer procedures, and registration requirements. Contains critical provisions regarding Certificate of Entitlement (COE) requirements.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Provides consumer protection in transactions between dealers/businesses and consumers, specifically addressing unfair trading practices.
Misrepresentation Act: Covers legal remedies for false statements or misrepresentations made during the sale process.
LTA Regulations: Land Transport Authority regulations governing vehicle transfer procedures, registration requirements, and Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) considerations.
Motor Vehicles (Third-Party Risks and Compensation) Act: Stipulates insurance requirements and liability considerations for motor vehicles.
Hire Purchase Act: Relevant when the car purchase involves financing arrangements, applicable to both new and used vehicles.
Goods and Services Tax Act: Governs GST implications of the sale and related documentation requirements for vehicle transactions.
