Craigslist Cars & Trucks for Sale by Owner in Illinois
Shopping for a used car in Illinois? Craigslist has separate sites for each region, which makes it tedious to compare listings. Pick a city below or browse the live Illinois listings to find cars and trucks sold by private owners.
Craigslist cars by city in Illinois
Latest cars for sale in Illinois
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Buying a used car from a private seller in Illinois
Title transfers in Illinois are handled by the Illinois Secretary of State. Before you pay, check that the name on the title matches the seller's ID, that there is no lien listed, and that the VIN on the title matches the VIN on the dashboard and door jamb. Always get a written bill of sale with the date, price, VIN and both signatures.
Illinois buyers pay a private-party vehicle use tax (Form RUT-50) when titling — budget for it. Check for road-salt rust on Chicago-area cars.
Rules and fees change; confirm current requirements with the Illinois Secretary of State before you buy.
Popular makes in Illinois
- Used Ford
- Used Chevrolet
- Used Toyota
- Used Honda
- Used Nissan
- Used Jeep
- Used Dodge
- Used GMC
- Used Subaru
- Used Hyundai
- Used Kia
- Used BMW
Frequently asked questions
How do I transfer a car title in Illinois?
In Illinois, title transfers are handled by the Illinois Secretary of State. The seller signs the title over to you, and you title and register the vehicle in your name. Bring the signed title, a bill of sale, your ID and proof of insurance.
How can I search all Craigslist cars in Illinois at once?
Use CraigsCars: it searches every Craigslist site at once, so you do not need to visit each Illinois city page separately.