What’s a fair settlement for the new Nissan Qashqai I recently rejected?
Our reader began leasing a brand-new Nissan Qashqai in February. The car suffered the same fault seven times between April and October. As they are entitled to do, the reader…
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I bought a used car and its clutch broke. Is clutch failure wear and tear?
Our reader bought a car and within two weeks of him having it, the clutch had failed. He called the garage where he bought it and they said it’s wear…
I want to sell a car. Which is the best way? Sell privately or to a dealer?
There are two main ways to sell a car: privately or to a dealer. Both have advantages; both have drawbacks. Here we look at the pros and cons of each…
Can I return a car with no service record if the salesman implied it had one?
This is a tricky one. Our reader bought a VW Passat. He was concerned the service book hadn’t been stamped but the salesman told him VW service records are online…
I’ve bought a car but don’t like its specification. Can I swap a car for one with more equipment?
Our reader bought a used Mercedes from a dealership. They put down a £3000 deposit with finance for the remaining £18,000. But after spending a weekend with the car, they…
Do I have to take my Astra to a Vauxhall dealer to preserve the manufacturer warranty?
A manufacturer warranty on a new car is a nice bit of free insurance and it’s important to keep it valid. You don’t have to use the manufacturer’s garage or…
When the COVID-19 lockdown ends, will it be a good time to buy a new car?
When is a good time to buy a used car? For most people it’s when they can get a good deal; when prices are suppressed for some reason; when sales…
Some car finance deals on new models look too good to be true. What’s the catch?
As with any finance, you must pay attention to the detail of car finance deals before you sign on the dotted line. Otherwise, you could be tied into something that…
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If it’s true pre-registered cars can be really cheap, what’s the catch?
Pre-registered cars are a great way to buy a virtually new car for less money. But before you go down that route, it’s sensible to know exactly what you’re getting…