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Answer: Potentially, with the owner’s permission and a policy that accepts the journey before you own the vehicle.
Answer ownership questions truthfully; being likely to buy the car later does not make you its owner now.
A mobile inspection or seller-driven trip to the garage can avoid unnecessary insurance complications.
Temporary insurance does not replace the owner’s permission to take the vehicle.
Check short-term car insurance options
BriefCover.co.uk does not recommend a particular policy. Check the insurer's eligibility rules, permitted use, exclusions and excess before buying.