Buying and Selling Used Cars
There are so many things to consider before buying a car that sometimes it is difficult to know where to begin. Like for instance, where is the best place to buy a car from? Would it be a local dealer, a main dealer, a private seller, a car supermarket or even an auction?
For those of you who don’t know what you want there are lots of information points that can influence your purchase. In this section there are some helpful pointers to assist you with information sourced from the Office of Fair Trading and various other government bodies.
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Rates of Vehicle tax from 1 May 2009
Following on from the budget report, the following vehicle tax changes take effect for all tax discs bought from 1 May 2009
Understanding your car's road fund licence and CO2s 2008 – 2009
The Budget Report announced on 24 November 2008 a series of measures to reform vehicle tax.
Warranties and used cars
When you're looking for new or used cars it's worth comparing different warranties. Make sure that the warranty covers you for what you want and doesn't include conditions that will cost you money later
Learn about the Pass Plus drivers test
The Pass Plus driving test is a training course specifically aimed at new drivers
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At AvailableCar we have a team of experts who hunt up and down the UK every day to find the best supply of nearly new and used cars
Fueling or fuming? Your car tax explained
The price of your annual road tax disc is based on how much carbon dioxide (CO2) your car emits and what fuel it uses.
Buying used cars: the considerations
There is so much to consider when thinking of buying a used car; here are some helpful hints to the vehicle purchasing process.
Petrol or diesel used cars, which fuel is right for you?
Learn about the pros and cons of petrol and diesel car fuels.
What to look for when test driving used cars
Test driving used cars is a great way to checking car performance. Make sure you know what to look for!
Extra protection when buying used cars on credit
Buying used cars on credit can be a great way of purchasing your car. It can provide you with extra protection because the credit card or finance company are also liable for any claim you have against the trader.
Funding new or used cars
There are a number of ways to purchase new or used cars, you could take out a hire purchase loan, a conditional sale or personal loan.
Hire purchase loans for used cars: the HP checklist
A hire purchase loan can be an advantageous way of purchasing used cars, however when considering HP you should go through the HP checklist.
History checks for used cars
Whether you purchase your used cars from AvailableCar or elsewhere, the history of the vehicle you are looking at is very important.
When buying used cars, know your rights!
You should know your rights when purchasing a used car, they are there to protect you!
What to consider when getting a loan for a car purchase
If you are planning get a loan to buy your used car a little research can lead you to the best loan, so you don't end up paying more than you need to.
Buying used cars: mechanical condition and safety
If you are to inspect the used car personally, the seller is not liable for any faults, which should have been uncovered by the inspection. It is down to you to make sure that everything is in good working order.
Your car and the MOT
Your MOT certificate confirms that at the time of the test your car met, as far as can be determined, the minimum acceptable road safety standards required by law. It does not mean that the vehicle is roadworthy for the life of the certificate and is not a substitute for regular maintenance.
Watch out for costly influences on car insurance
When you buy a car there is more to consider than just the make, model and specification. What about insurance? Everyone has to pay for insurance so it is worth while knowing the facts before you get your new motor.