Your dream vehicle.
Waiting when you land.
Buy your travel vehicle from anywhere in the world — before you arrive in Australia. If you wait until you arrive you risk long wait times & not getting the vehicle you want.
We’ve seen this countless times, so we designed pre-purchase for people planning from the other side of the world who want to start their Australian adventure in the first few days of landing.
Three steps.
Zero guesswork.
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Submit your enquiry
We’ll help you find the vehicle you need for your adventure. Fill out our enquiry form and one of our staff members will review it and get in touch.
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Hold it with a deposit
Once your happy, you secure your vehicle with a deposit. This ensures that when you arrive your vehicle is ready. Your deposit comes off the price of your vehicle and there’s a 3 day cooling off period after pick-up in case of any concerns.
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Pick it up on arrival day
We walk you through the vehicle in person at our warehouse — mechanics, paperwork, registration, and everything else covered before you drive away. Your trip starts that afternoon.
Hear from customers that pre-purchased
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Emma and Liam, UK
“Buying a car from Backpacker Cars was a breeze! We used their pre-purchase option, so everything was ready when we arrived in Australia. They handled all the paperwork, so we didn’t have to stress about a thing. We were on the road exploring in no time, which was perfect for our adventure plans.”
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Sarah and Tom, Germany
“We were a bit nervous about getting a used car, but Backpacker Cars totally delivered. The car was in great shape, freshly serviced, and super reliable. We drove all over Australia without a single hiccup. It really gave us peace of mind knowing they had done all the checks.”
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Anna and Sarah, France
“As camping enthusiasts, we needed a car that could fit all of our gear. Backpacker Cars hooked us up with a fully equipped vehicle, complete with a roof tent and dual battery system. It was absolutely perfect for our road trip and made our experience unforgettable. Plus, they made the pre-purchase process super easy!”
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Jack and Sophia, Spain
“About halfway through our trip, we had a small mechanical issue. Thankfully, the 6-month warranty had us covered. Backpacker Cars got it sorted quickly, at no extra cost. Their support was amazing and kept our adventure on track. When we finished our trip, the buy-back option was hassle-free and convenient, saving us time and effort.”
Why travellers trust us
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In-house mechanics on every vehicle
Every vehicle in our inventory has been through our own workshop before it hits the floor. We employ our mechanics — they're not contracted third parties. You get a written mechanical report. No surprises after handover.
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Buy-back guarantee — priced upfront
We'll agree a buy-back price at the time of purchase on eligible vehicles. When your trip ends, you sell back to us at a known rate. No negotiating at the end when your flight is in 48 hours. Real numbers, in writing.
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4 cities. Support wherever you are.
Warehouses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, and Brisbane. If something needs looking at mid-trip, you're not stranded. Our team knows the vehicles we sold you — you're not starting from scratch with a stranger mechanic.
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130,000 community members
BCA has been doing this for years. We’ve built a business designed around travellers, because we were travellers as well.
Key benefits of Your new BCA car
Roadworthy Certificate
A roadworthy certificate is included with all of our vehicles, which is required whenever vehicle ownership is transferred in Australia and shows that your vehicle is safe enough to be used on public roads.
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Vehicle Registration
Every vehicle we offer comes with at least 3 months of vehicle registration, ensuring each vehicle is officially recognised in Australia and legally permitted for use on public roads.
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Mechanically Checked
Each vehicle undergoes a thorough inspection conducted by our in-house mechanics to ensure reliability and minimise the risk of unexpected breakdowns, providing you with peace of mind when you hit the road.
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Freshly Serviced
All our vehicles are serviced before delivery. We suggest scheduling your next service every 10,000km or every 6 months, whichever comes first, to keep your vehicle running smoothly.
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Camping Equipment
We can fit your vehicle with any specified camping equipment. We can also recommend what equipment you may need depending on your travels, such as roof tents, dual battery systems, dual drawers etc.
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6 Month Warranty
Every vehicle we offer comes with a 6-month mechanical warranty. Should your car break down, the warranty ensures that mechanical repairs will be covered.
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