Top Tips for Buying a Used Car

A car is a big investment and there are numerous things to consider in order to get it right.
Wavertree Car Centre aims to provide a straightforward, stress-free car purchase experience, and we have put together a list of top tips to assist you in buying a used car.

Budget Sensibly

It is easy to get carried away when you are looking for a car, so you may want to determine what you can afford before you start your search, particularly if you are buying on finance. Look back at your monthly outgoings to work out a safe budget and don’t forget to factor in all costs involved, including, road tax, insurance, servicing and MOT costs.

Make a Checklist

There are so many exceptional cars on the market at the moment and it can be difficult to know where to begin, so the best thing to do is to list all of the features that you want your car to have. Think about your reasons for getting a car in the first place and go from there. For example, if you want a car to take your kids and their friends to school, you may be looking for more than five seats, or if you are driving for pleasure, speed and power may be considerations for you.

Part Exchange Your Old Car

Looking for a private buyer for your old car can be a hassle, whereas, part exchanging will save you from having to deal with potential buyers and having to set up an advert. At Wavertree we will give you the up-to-date market value of your car and deducting this from the cost of your new car so that the process is quick and easy for you. Get your free, no obligation car valuation here!

Choose Used!

After just one year of ownership, a brand new car depreciates in value by roughly 30%. During 12 months, it is unlikely that a vehicle will have racked up much more than 10,000 miles and it should still be in excellent condition, so if you are in two minds, choosing a pre-owned car could save you a lot of money!