Buying a New or Used Car: Read This First
You have done all the research, you know which type of car you would like to buy, you have worked out the budget and prepared all of the finance, however where should you go to buy your new car or used car? With so many different ways to buy a car, what are the options and where is the best place to go that will suit you.
The Dealer Forecourt
When you are interested in a new or low mileage vehicle your best bet is to go to a main dealer for the buy. A main dealer tends to provide great service and understand your consumer rights. This means you get a vehicle that is in good shape, while you also are protected if something goes wrong. The downside is a dealer tends to be more expensive.
For older cars you could also consider an independent dealer. However service and quality will vary considerably depending on where you go, so carefully check out their warranty terms and conditions.
Classifieds for Private Sales
Classifieds can be a great place for you to find a deal on a used car, but there are often untrustworthy individuals selling in the papers, as well as traders who want you to think they are private sellers.
When purchasing in a private sale you do not have as many consumer rights. For this reason you need to keep the advertisement as evidence in case the vehicle has issues. You will also want to check the address on the V5 is the same as the seller address in case something does go wrong.
The Car Supermarket
Supermarkets in which cars are sold are becoming more popular thus there are numerous places to go, probably close to your location. The prices at these places tend to be less, thus negotiation is unneeded. However, you get a lower trade in value for the car you currently have.
Car supermarkets do carry a lot of stock so you will probably find quite a few different models that you are looking for, so look out for beneficial optional extras like xenon headlights, air conditioning and alloy wheels.
Vehicle Auction Sites
Car auctions have improved considerably over the years and many late, low mileage vehicles are now sold with a guarantee that they are free from mechanical defects. However buying from an auction gives you very few consumer rights so whilst its possible to pick up a real bargain, make sure you check the vehicle out thoroughly before making a bid, especially when it is being started up to be driven through the auction.
The Internet
Dealers and other individuals are selling cars on internet sites like Ebay. You have a chance to overview the specs and view images of the car you are interested in. Auction sites such as Ebay allow you to purchase a vehicle without seeing it.
If you decide to go with Ebay you will want to check out the seller feedback. Stay away from few or poor ratings, and go for someone with a higher rating. If your bid is the winner you are obligated to purchase the vehicle, as long as the advertising was truthful.
Whilst it is always desirable to have a vehicle that includes all of the optional extras don’t worry if the car you are looking at buying does not come with headlights fitted with Xenon Bulbs. Fortunately the leading auto bulb manufacturers now offer a wide range of retro fit Car Bulbs, which will transform your standard lights to xenon.
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