Category: BUYING A CAR

Let me cut to the chase, the roads during this season are about as unpredictable as my aunt Edna’s mystery meatloaf.

Gap Insurance helps to cover the “gap” between the depreciation value of your car and the price you paid for it when you first bought it.

Are you looking for a used car? Here are a few things to look out for before making a purchase.

Finding the right dealership or garage when buying a car or getting it serviced is exactly the same wherever you go right?

So, you may have just passed your driving test (congratulations!) or you are looking to buy a car to learn in. It is an exciting time and most people just choose the first car they see however it is important to have a look around and compare prices as well as style and safety. Here are a few tips:

If you have never done this before it is quite straight forward, once you have found the right offer for you, applying is just like a bank loan or a credit card they will likely ask for the following details.

If buying a car is something you fear, this is a must-read for you as not all garages are the same. They may have the same product, maybe it’s the vehicle you have already decided to buy but you just can’t bring yourself to go and buy it as you dread “the process”.

It depends whether you want to own a car or just have the use of a car. It really comes down to the individual’s circumstances and personal preference.

Some car sales outlets charge administration fees when a customer buys a car, it depends on where you go. The fees are usually for doing a new car check, covering costs for checking that a part-exchange has not suffered severe accident damage or if it has remaining finance or a used car preparation cost.

If you are looking to buy a new car but don’t have the money upfront, financing is a simple way to buy and spread the cost over the months.