5 Ways to Get the Best New Car Finance Deal
While there’s nothing quite like driving a new car off the forecourt, first you need to get up to speed on your finance options, writes Geraldine Herbert 1) Haggle Don’t be afraid to haggle before making any car purchase and agreeing on a finance deal. Obviously the more money you are spending on the car the greater the scope for manoeuvring but regardless of the price it is always worth trying to negotiate. If you can’t secure a...
Dacia Spring Extreme 65HP: The Budget EV That Punches Above Its Weight
Looking for an affordable, efficient, and city-friendly EV? The Dacia Spring offers surprising practicality, low running costs, and a fun driving experience—all at a price that’s hard to beat. But is it too good to be true? What is it? The Dacia Spring is Ireland’s most affordable electric vehicle, priced from just €16,990. A compact city EV, it promises 225km of range, low running costs, and surprising practicality. Styling? Despite...
PCP Car Finance: A Smart Deal or a Costly Commitment?
An increasingly popular way to finance a new car is under a Personal Contract Plans (PCP). But what exactly is a PCP and who is it best suited to asks Geraldine Herbert What is a PCP? PCP (Personal Contract Plan) is a type of car finance that offers lower monthly repayments compared to traditional HP or bank loans. This is because, instead of paying off the full cost of the car, you are only covering its depreciation over the contract...
Buying a Used Car? Ask These Crucial Questions to Avoid Costly Mistakes!
Sellers have a legal responsibility to give you accurate and truthful answers so ensure you ask the right questions writes Geraldine Herbert When buying from a private seller you do not have the same consumer rights as you do when buying a car from a dealership, it is very much a case of ‘buyer beware. However, it is an offence for a seller to withhold or provide misleading information about the car so with this in mind there are...
Repair or Replace, when is it time to trade up?
When the cost of repairs exceeds the value of your car it is probably time to think about trading up writes Geraldine Herbert We may all relish the smell of a new car but the reality for most is quite different. But just because your car is old or has high mileage is not a reason to change it. Today’s cars however are far more reliable than before so if it’s not giving you any problems, hold on to it. Taking good care of your car is...
