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GST on Used Cars in India (2026): How Tax Works When You Buy or Sell a Pre-Owned Car
Amritanshu Mittal
Gurgaon
09 Oct
14 Mins read
The December 2024 headlines about "18% GST on used cars" left many buyers and sellers with the wrong impression. Some read them as a sign that every used car would cost 18% more. Others assumed that selling their own car would now come with a tax bill. Neither is the case. This guide covers how GST on used cars works today, what changed and when, what it means for you as a seller or a buyer, and the other taxes and charges that come with a used car deal.
