What to buy

Not all advertisements selling used cars are what they seem. Sometimes fraudulent ads are placed by con artists posing as used car sellers. A lot of these scams are fairly unsophisticated and by...

It is easy to fall in love with a sporty convertible that can reach 60 miles per hour from standstill in less than six seconds, but it is really the practical choice? Well, not for a family man with...

There are so many car accessories available nowadays that it is easy to spend a small fortune on extras for a used car. There is no point in sticking to a strict budget when buying a used car and...

Okay, so it is not the most appealing aspect of buying a used car, but it is crucial to ensure the paperwork is in order. If a dealer or private seller is not willing to hand over all the...

When inspecting a used car with a view to buying it do not, under any circumstances, kick the tyres. This does nothing other than inform the seller that he is dealing with a mug who knows absolutely...

Buyers have two options when they go to view a used car. The first is to listen to the seller, who is sure to point out that only a certifiable dingbat would pass up the opportunity to buy such a...

The temptation when buying a used car is to keep costs to a minimum, but one area not worth skimping on is a vehicle data check. If a car has been scrapped, written off or reported stolen, a vehicle...

Certain makes and models are better value than others when buying a used car. There are no guarantees, of course. Buying a used car is not an exact science and there are bad examples of the best...

It is always a good idea to get a second opinion before buying a used car. Of course, the buyer should make a thorough inspection of the car himself to make sure it is safe, roadworthy and worth the...

Making sure a used car is eco-friendly is not at the top of everyone's list when it comes to buying one, but there are sound financial reasons as well as environmental ones for choosing a green...

On the face of it, an ex-company car appears to be an appealing option for those in the market for a used car. After all, most of these cars will be only two or three years old, and so are the...

The most popular types of fuel in the UK are still petrol and diesel, but more environmentally friendly motorists can opt for biofuel, electric or hybrid cars. Choosing the right fuel type is one of...

Competition in the car market is fierce, so whether a buyer needs a two-seater convertible or a diesel estate there are bound to be a host of manufacturers vying for his cash. At first glance, there...

There is not too much to worry about when buying a used car from a franchised dealer, as the car will have passed an inspection and be backed by a manufacturer's warranty. This peace of mind comes...