The Ultimate Used Car Buyer’s Guide
Your essential step-by-step resource for finding, inspecting, and buying your used car with total confidence.
What You’ll Learn
- Budgeting & Financing: How to set your car budget and prepare for the total cost.
- Model Comparison: Evaluate models based on reliability, maintenance, and value.
- Inspection Checklist: Use expert advice to check for common issues before buying.
- Negotiation Tips: Secure the best price without feeling out of your depth.
- Paperwork: Understanding registration, roadworthy certificates, and more.
Expert Tips
- Do: Always request a full service history—this is a trust signal from the seller.
- Don't: Never rush a purchase or skip the test drive, even if the car looks perfect.
- Do: Bring a list of questions for the seller and verify the VIN matches all paperwork.
- Don't: Don’t rely solely on appearance; check the engine, tyres, and fluids in daylight.
- Do: Use our checklist and ask for an independent mechanical inspection if unsure.