Ten Tips to Avoid Buying a Lemon
Buying a used car shouldn’t be a leap of faith. Here are our top ten tips to keep in mind when shopping for a used car, says Geraldine Herbert. 1) Determine what your price range is and draw up a budget; don’t be tempted to exceed it. 2) Consider how you would use the car, long commutes, journeys around town, city centre driving. 3) Buy from a reputable car dealer, You will be assured of the best possible service and this will...
Car Security Tips
Minimize your chances of being a victim of car theft with these simple and basic tips writes Suzanne Keane If someone breaks into your car it’s not just lost possessions that will cost you money – repairing damage done by the thief can also hurt your pocket. There are a few simple steps you can follow to try and reduce the chances of this happening. Choose where you park carefully – park on a busy street or in attended car parks if...
Beware of the ‘rush-hour eclipse’ on Friday morning
The solar eclipse tomorrow will cause unexpected rush hour darkness so be extra careful driving writes Geraldine Herbert The solar eclipse tomorrow, beginning at 08.30 GMT Friday, March 20 – which will plunge parts of the country into darkness. This is the first time in 16 years so we have some tips for a enjoying safe solar eclipse experience 1) Keep their eyes firmly on the road as the biggest danger will come from...
Top 10 Tips for Buying a Used VW Camper Van
Fancy taking to the road in a Camper Van this Summer? Before you decide to buy one check out our top ten tips gleaned from Camper Van Owners So tempted to buy one? here are some words of advice from Camper van owners. 1) Ask someone who really knows VW campers to look at it with you. 2) Don’t buy a shell as a renovation project if you’ve no practical experience and don’t buy a...
Tips for Buying a Used Car
Where to Buy There are many different ways to buy a second hand or used car – here are the three main ways: • From a garage or car dealer • At a car auction • Through a small advertisement on the internet or in the papers From a garage or car dealer In this situation you, as a consumer, are protected by the Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Act 1980 as you are buying a car for your personal use from a person whose normal business...
