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Buying a car

Secure your car purchase with a payment held until the vehicle is handed over.

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Regulatory framework

A regulated and recognised solution

Registered payment agent

CashSentinel is an agent of the payment institution OKALI, a subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole group.

ACPR - Banque de FranceOkali - Groupe Crédit Agricole

Dedicated bank accounts

Funds are held in dedicated accounts opened with recognised banking partners, including BNP Paribas, Crédit Mutuel Arkéa and Swissquote.

BNP ParibasCrédit Mutuel ArkéaSwissquote

Your guarantees

Your funds stay protected until the vehicle is handed over

A dedicated account in your name

Your funds are deposited into a dedicated account opened in your name, separate from the seller's accounts.

Funds held until handover

The seller only receives payment once the vehicle handover has been confirmed.

Automatic refund if cancelled

If the contract is cancelled, the funds are automatically returned to your bank account.

Real-time tracking

Every step is visible from your personal area and notified by email and SMS.

Legal protection included

Benefit from 3 months of legal protection insured by Allianz to support you in the event of a dispute.

Dedicated customer support

A team available 6 days a week to answer your questions.

Comparison

Why CashSentinel is more reassuring than a traditional payment

FeatureChequeBank transferCashSentinel
Identity & payment verificationNoNoYes
100% digitalNoYesYes
Transaction trackingNoNoYes
Fee split (net to seller / commission)NoNoYes
Legal protection includedNoNoYes
Dedicated customer support 6 days a weekNoNoYes
MyPortal platform available 24/7NoNoYes
Lease settlement paid directly to the banksNoNoYes

How it works

How a secure purchase works

  1. Step 01

    Account creation

    You create your personal area in a few minutes.

  2. Step 02

    Identity verification

    A quick identity check secures the whole process.

  3. Step 03

    Contract approval

    You approve the terms of the sale in full transparency.

  4. Step 04

    Deposit into a dedicated account

    Your funds are deposited into a dedicated account in your name.

  5. Step 05

    Tracking and notifications

    You are informed by email and SMS at every key step.

  6. Step 06

    Vehicle handover

    You collect the vehicle and confirm the handover.

  7. Step 07

    Release of funds

    The seller receives payment once the handover is confirmed.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions before buying

Your funds are transferred to the secure, dedicated account in your name as soon as the contract is approved. They are only released to the seller once the vehicle has been handed over.

The funds are automatically returned to your bank account under the conditions set out in the contract.

The transfer to the dedicated account is usually credited within 24 to 48 business hours. We also offer instant transfers, both incoming and outgoing.

Three months of legal protection insured by Allianz are included for cases of hidden defects. Our support team helps you find an amicable solution or points you in the right direction if needed.

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