Specialized protection for tractor, earthmoving, and heavy equipment transactions. Don't let your deposit disappear.
Your step-by-step guide to securing high-value equipment with Deposit Guardian.
Find your machine. Use our extension to instantly scan for red flags before you even send a message.
Verify the history. We pull the PPSR and VIN data to ensure there's no hidden debt or theft records.
We send a local expert to perform a 50-point stress test so you don't buy a lemon.
Close with confidence. Funds are held in the Vault and only released when you have the keys in hand.
| Feature | Bank Transfer / PayID | PayPal / Credit Card | Deposit Guardian |
|---|---|---|---|
| PPSR Title Search | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ Included |
| VIN & Serial Verification | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ On-Site |
| Mechanical Inspection | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ 50-Point Audit |
| Scam Detection | ❌ | Limited | ✅ Real-Time AI |
| Payment Protection | ❌ | ❌ (No Machinery Coverage) | ✅ Secure Vault |
| Dispute Mediation | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ Expert Led |
The Reality: Standard banks and payment platforms only care if the money moves; they don't care if the tractor actually shows up or if the engine is blown. Deposit Guardian changes that.
The Reality: A digital ad can show you anything. A scammer can steal a photo, and a seller can hide a major mechanical flaw behind a fresh coat of paint. A bank transfer doesn't care if the engine starts — but we do.
We physically verify the chassis stamps and engine plates against the PPSR records. If the numbers don't match, the deal stops.
From hydraulic pressure tests to engine blow-by analysis, we check the "vitals" that photos can't show.
We look for signs of tampering or excessive wear that doesn't match the digital reading, ensuring you get exactly the life-span you're paying for.
We test the PTO, transmission, and all moving components under load to ensure the machine is "Work Ready."
You receive a comprehensive digital report with high-resolution photos of the actual VIN plate and any identified "Red Flags." This certificate acts as the final "GO/NO-GO" signal for your transaction.
"Don't drive 1,000km to find a lemon. Let our experts verify the machine so you can focus on the work."
The machinery industry is being targeted by sophisticated international syndicates. Don't become the next headline.
A sophisticated syndicate has been operating fake machinery websites for over a year, luring hard-working Australians with "too good to be true" deals on used tractors. Victims report losing life-changing deposits with zero recourse from their banks.
Scammers create high-quality fake websites, steal photos from legitimate listings, and use "Ghost VINs" that appear clean on basic PPSR checks. They pressure you with "other buyers waiting" to force a fast PayID or Bank Transfer. Once the money moves, the seller disappears.
Stop risking your capital on "Small Print" protection. We provide secure payment mediation and PPSR verification for Tractors, Excavators, and Earthmoving equipment.
Works with any payment method — bank transfer, PayID, or online payment. Deposit Guardian never holds or processes funds.
Create a secure deal room and specify the machinery details (Make, Model, VIN).
The buyer deposits funds into our AUSTRAC-compliant vault. The seller is notified that the money is ready.
We automatically pull the Rego and PPSR data. We check for hidden debt, theft records, and write-offs.
The buyer inspects the machine. Once satisfied, they trigger the release in the app.
Funds are instantly released to the seller. The deal is closed, and both parties are 100% protected.
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