A Guide To Buying A Used Car
Citizens Advice received more than 80,000 complaints concerning used car purchases in 2013. Most complaints concerned a fault that developed following the sale, and in around one in eight cases, the vehicle ended up having to be scrapped. However, if you follow some simple steps, you can easily avoid making a bad purchase. Here we take a look at some steps to help you avoid bad decisions and getting ripped off when buying a used car. What to buy Before you start the search for a car, set a strict budget and remember to include running costs in your budget. Once you know what you can afford, you can start to scour magazines and websites for bargains. Cars with larger engines often appear to be relatively inexpensive, but do bear in mind that the running costs such as insurance, tax and fuel will be higher. There are lots of motoring forums online, such as Torque Cars, and they can be a valuable source of information and advice. Use a dealership Buying privately can save some cash but y