How to Buy a Hearse

Though typically used by funeral homes, anyone can buy a new or used hearse. If you are a collector, finding and buying a hearse is similar to purchasing any other vehicle. The hearse is a heavy vehicle with the typical gas mileage ranging between 10 and 15 miles per gallon. A variety of hearse models are available since the older models actually doubled as ambulances.

Instructions

1

Look in your local newspaper classifieds for someone in the area offering a hearse for sale. Focus on the section featuring collector cars and limousines listings.

2

Browse online classifieds on sites such as Auto Trader, Hemmings and eBay Motors (see Resources). Quickly find the hearse listings by doing a keyword search for "hearse" on the sites. The listings you'll find will be from all over the United States, not just your local area.

3

Shop for a brand new hearse from sites such as CW Coach Sales or Hearse Works (see Resources).

4

Inspect the hearse for problems, if you are buying used and come across a vehicle you are interested in buying. Expensive problems include broken glass because hearse glass is custom made. Engine problems in models older than the 1970s can be difficult to repair.