CONSIDERING getting a new set of wheels? Buying a used car can be tricky and costly, so we asked Dan Meeghan, UK country lead at motor-checking app Carly, for his advice. 7 Five tips to help you driver hard bargain and buy a second-hand motor for less Credit: Getty Here are his steers . .
. CHECK THE CONDITION: Before purchasing a vehicle, assess potential future fixes. A well-maintained motor should not present immediate repairs, so you need to find out how regularly it has been serviced.
Services at authorised dealerships should include a vehicle health check, which points out necessary upcoming repairs. IT’S ALL HISTORY: Investigating the car’s MOT history provides insight into how well it has been maintained. Ideally, you want evidence of issues being addressed promptly.
An owner who has done that is likely to have maintained the vehicle well, reducing risk of future problems. PRICE IT RIGHT: Research the vehicle’s value compared to similar models online to understand if the price is reasonable. Most read in Money LEXI'S BATTLE Amanda Holden’s daughter Lexi rushed to hospital with life-threatening bug PLUSH PAD Ryan Christie forks out almost £900k for flat in expensive Scotland street GOLDEN YEARS Commonwealth Gold hero unrecognisable & now a cleaner 10 years after victory GERS 0 MAN UTD 2 Clement needs new stars fast as former Ger stuns old club at Murrayfield Be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true, as they are often indicative of underlying problems.