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Practical guidance for buying a used car in the UK, whether from a dealer, private seller, online, or at auction. Understand your rights before you buy and what to do if things go wrong.

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A woman watching from the pavement as a recovery truck collects her white small SUV from the drive of a brick semi
Buying Advice

7 Common Car Faults Dealers Try to Hide (And How to Spot Them)

12 Dec 2025

Buyer noticing something wrong while viewing a used car on a UK forecourt
Buying Advice

10 Red Flags That Should Stop You Buying a Used Car

27 Nov 2025

Mechanic with clipboard inspecting underneath a car on a lift in a UK garage
Buying Advice

Is a Pre-Purchase Inspection Worth It? The Complete Guide

24 Oct 2025

An older man opening the door of a grey saloon in an empty car park to look inside
Buying Advice

Buying a Car at Auction: What Are Your Rights?

5 Aug 2025

Person checking their phone while looking at a used car on a rainy UK dealer forecourt
Buying Advice

Car History Checks: What They Reveal and Why They're Essential

29 Jul 2025

Car owner reviews extended warranty documentation and insurance policies at home
Buying Advice

Extended Warranties: Insured vs Uninsured – Avoiding Scams

6 Jun 2025

Franchised dealership and independent car lot showcase different buying experiences
Buying Advice

Franchised Dealer vs Independent: Are Your Rights Different?

23 May 2025

Customers browse the extensive forecourt at a major UK car supermarket
Buying Advice

Car Supermarkets: Your Rights at Cargiant, Motorpoint & Other Large Dealers

20 May 2025

A buyer carefully inspects a used car's bodywork at a UK dealership
Buying Advice

Buying an Ex-Fleet or Rental Car: Hidden Issues to Watch For

16 May 2025

Two people complete a private car sale outside UK residential homes
Buying Advice

Buying from a Private Seller: What Rights Do You Actually Have?

1 Apr 2025

Hands hold smartphone showing car purchase website beside vehicle on British street
Buying Advice

Buying a Car Online: Your Distance Selling Rights Explained

28 Mar 2025

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