Buying a used car
From shortlist to handover
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Child seats: the basics
How to choose, fit and use a child seat, what to check on a second-hand one, and the mistakes to avoid.
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Car loan, savings or leasing: how to choose
The three common ways to pay for a car, what each really costs you, and the questions to ask before signing.
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Buying an old car or oldtimer: what to know
The joys and the risks of owning an older classic, from rust and parts to paperwork and real costs.
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Buying a car abroad: the main risks
What can go wrong when you buy a car in another country, and how to reduce each risk before you pay.
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Buying a first car for a new driver
What to look for when choosing a first car: safety, cost, simplicity and room for mistakes.
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How to use the market prices
What the asking-price ranges mean, how to compare like with like, and how to use them when you buy or sell.
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How to read a service book
What a good service history looks like, what gaps mean and which questions to ask.
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How to read a VIN
What the 17 characters of a vehicle identification number mean and where to find them.
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Documents to check when buying a used car
Which papers and details to compare with the car and the seller before you pay.
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How to inspect a used car
A step-by-step walk-around: body, tyres, engine bay, interior, electronics and the test drive.