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The best websites for buying a new or used car
WEBMay 2, 2024 · URL: vertumotors.com. They say: “Find your perfect new or used car”. Used cars: YES (2,607 cars as of May 2024) New cars: YES. As one of the largest car (and van) retailers in the UK – incorporating Bristol Street Motors and Macklin Motors – Vertu is well placed to offer a wide range of both new and used vehicles.
Who makes the most reliable engines? - The Car Expert
WEBMar 24, 2014 · “If only everything in life was as reliable as Volkswagen” posited the famous 1987 advert for the Volkswagen Golf. Similarly, Audi declares: “Vorsprung durch Technik.”Loosely translated, this means “advancement through technology” and both of these slogans are designed to instil a feeling of confidence in …
Should I buy a Cat S or Cat N used car? - The Car Expert
WEBJun 26, 2021 · Used car dealers are obliged to declare that the car is a Cat S or Cat N. It must also be clearly stated in any advertisement. Furthermore, as a vehicle history check will flag up whether the car is an insurance write-off, most dealers will publish the results of that search (however that shouldn’t stop you doing your own research).
Car finance: Voluntary termination of a PCP or HP - The Car Expert
WEBSep 12, 2022 · Voluntary termination is one of the most misunderstood aspects of PCP car finance, so we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to explain your right to end your agreement early if you need to.. As we head towards the end of 2022, a new cost-of-living crisis is sweeping the UK (and most of the rest of the world), putting enormous strain on people’s household finances.
The best websites for checking a car before you buy
WEBJul 27, 2024 · The RAC runs a similar series of vehicle checks to its main rival. The ‘Basic’ test costs £116, and is a 218 point mechanical and structural inspection plus a three-mile road test. Move up to ‘Comprehensive’ for £209 and you’ll get a 307 point check with a ten-mile road test. At £267, the ‘Advanced’ test includes diagnostic ...
Rejecting a car - your consumer rights - The Car Expert
WEBJan 24, 2023 · The Consumer Rights Act. Since October 2015, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 has been the legislation that covers consumer retail sales in the UK. It replaced the old Sale of Goods Act that dates back to the 1970s. The Act does cover new and used cars bought from a trader for consumer (private) use. A trader can be either a franchised dealer or an independent garage.
The UK’s best car breakdown providers 2024 | The Car Expert
WEBApr 12, 2024 · There are five cover levels: One Star (from £19.75) provides car breakdown cover in the UK, if your vehicle breaks down more than a quarter of a mile from your home. The service provides roadside assistance and roadside recovery for you, your vehicle and your passengers up to 10 miles from the breakdown.
Best small SUVs - The Car Expert
WEBExpert Ratings Best small SUVs The definitive ranking of the best and worst small SUVs on sale in the UK This is the definitive ranking of the best and worst small SUVs on sale in the UK. How can we make such a bold claim? Because this list isn’t just based on our opinion. We’ve pulled together...
The best small cars in the UK | Expert Ratings | The Car Expert
WEBThe battle for the title of best-selling UK car has long been strictly Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa territory, with the Fiesta having claimed the title for 12 straight years. Other superminis such as the ever-fashionable Mini hatch consistently feature in the best-seller top ten. Small cars are divided into two basic types – the smallest ...