Buyer guide

Practical advice for buying used machinery safely. For the general process, see how it works.

Before you message a seller

Read the listing description fully, including any category-specific details (year, hours used, brand, condition). Check the photos for visible wear, rust, or damage that isn't mentioned in the text — a mismatch between photos and description is worth asking about directly.

Check the seller's profile: how long they've been on remeki, their rating from past buyers, and whether they have a verified badge. None of these guarantee a good deal, but a brand-new account with no history selling a very-below-market listing is worth extra caution.

Questions worth asking before you inspect

  • Why are you selling it, and how long have you owned it?
  • Is there service/maintenance history or an hour meter reading you can share?
  • Are all original documents (RC, invoice, previous ownership transfer) available?
  • Is the price negotiable, and is that the final delivered price or ex-location?
  • Can I inspect and run/test it in person before deciding?

What to check during an in-person inspection

For any powered machinery, ask to see it started and run, not just look at it parked. Check for leaks (hydraulic, oil, coolant), unusual noise or vibration, and whether all the attachments/accessories described in the listing are actually present. For tractors and construction equipment specifically, check tyre/track condition and hour-meter plausibility against the stated usage.

Bring someone with relevant technical knowledge if you don't have it yourself — for a purchase this size, an hour of a mechanic's time is cheap insurance.

Red flags to walk away from

  • Pressure to pay a deposit or the full amount before you've seen the machinery in person.
  • A seller who refuses to meet in person or only communicates outside remeki's chat.
  • Pricing dramatically below comparable listings with no clear explanation.
  • Refusal to show ownership documents or explain how they acquired the equipment.
  • Urgency pressure ("someone else is buying it today, pay now to hold it").

If you encounter any of these, use the "Report this ad" link on the listing — it helps keep the marketplace safe for everyone.

Paying and completing the deal

remeki doesn't process payment for machinery — agree the price and payment method directly with the seller, and only pay after you've inspected the item and are satisfied. For any deal of real value, meeting during daylight hours at the equipment's actual location (not a random meeting point) is the safest arrangement.

Unlocking seller phone numbers

Chat with sellers is free and unlimited for every buyer. Premium membership (₹299 / 30 days) unlocks seller phone numbers across every listing for buyers who'd rather call directly — new signups are currently paused, but existing members keep their access until it expires.