The best websites for buying a new or used car
WEBMay 2, 2024 · URL: vertumotors.com. They say: “Find your perfect new or used car”. Used cars: YES (2,607 cars as of May 2024) New cars: YES. As one of the largest car (and van) retailers in the UK – incorporating Bristol Street Motors and Macklin Motors – Vertu is well placed to offer a wide range of both new and used vehicles.
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The best websites for checking a car before you buy
WEBJul 27, 2024 · The RAC runs a similar series of vehicle checks to its main rival. The ‘Basic’ test costs £116, and is a 218 point mechanical and structural inspection plus a three-mile road test. Move up to ‘Comprehensive’ for £209 and you’ll get a 307 point check with a ten-mile road test. At £267, the ‘Advanced’ test includes diagnostic ...
Should I buy a Cat S or Cat N used car? - The Car Expert
WEBJun 26, 2021 · Used car dealers are obliged to declare that the car is a Cat S or Cat N. It must also be clearly stated in any advertisement. Furthermore, as a vehicle history check will flag up whether the car is an insurance write-off, most dealers will publish the results of that search (however that shouldn’t stop you doing your own research).
How does the UK number plate system work? - The Car Expert
WEBAug 23, 2024 · For cars registered between September and February, it’s slightly more complicated. The numeric code equals the year (as of September) plus 50. So a car registered from September 2024 until February 2025 will have the number 74 (= 24 + 50). A car registered in September 2006 – February 2007 …
Best medium SUVs - The Car Expert
WEBMercedes-Benz EQC (2019 to 2023) Expert Rating: C. The Mercedes-Benz EQC takes on premium medium SUV rivals with pace and a classy interior, but loses out on space and driving fun.
Tyre Markings Explained | Tyre Glossary - The Car Expert
WEBMay 17, 2023 · Found on the side of the tyre, called the tyre sidewall, these letters and numbers refer to the width, height, diameter, load and speed parameters of your tyres. The numbers are a confusing mess of millimetres, inches, percentages and other codes, which can make it all a bit bewildering. Our helpful tyre markings guide clearly explains all the ...
The best websites for selling your car in 2024 | The Car Expert
WEBJul 16, 2024 · It was also one of The Car Expert’s platinum partners. In early 2024, Cazoo decided to stop operating as an online car dealer and become an online marketplace, much like Auto Trader and Motors. In July 2024, Cazoo was acquired by Motors and the transition to an online marketplace is well underway.
Personal Contract Purchase: the PCP explained - The Car Expert
WEBSep 8, 2022 · A personal contract purchase (PCP) is a specific type of hire purchase (HP) finance agreement, and it will often be shown on a finance contract as a hire purchase. It’s often incorrectly referred to as a personal contract plan (rather than purchase). The main difference between PCP and HP finance is how the monthly payments are structured.
Redex fuel additive trial: the verdict - The Car Expert
WEB4 September 2018. I’ve just finished a three-month trial of Redex fuel system additives in my Mazda MX-5 to see if I could feel any increase in my car’s performance or measure any significant difference in its fuel economy. Since May, I’ve been recording my fuel economy every time I fill up the tank – manually noting down the litres ...