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Insurance companies have proven that those people who have a lower credit rating also have a high amount of claims. This is statistical information and in no way is meant to state that everyone who has a low credit score will have claims.

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Yes, but you have to buy it straight out and you can't drive it on the road! Buying a car on credit, you need a valid Driver License in order to get Insurance. A car dealer wont release a car on credit without proof of insurance and Insurance companies won't give you coverage unless you have a valid Driver License.


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If you are buying a car from a dealership do you need proof of insurance prior to buying?

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Does buying a repossessed vehicle raise your car insurance?

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