Buying a car

Many adverts will mention that a car is “HPI clear”, but what is an HPI check and should you get one on the car you're buying?

When buying or selling a car, you’ll want to know how much it’s worth but what’s the best way to find the true value of a car and once you know the va…

Need to know how to transfer a private number plate between vehicles? Our step-by-step guide breaks it down

We look at whether you can sell a car with outstanding finance and things you should consider beforehand

Buying or selling a car at auction can be both a fun and daunting experience. Our car auction guide should make it more of the former and less of the …

The registered keeper and owner of a car don’t have to be the same person and each has different responsibilities

We explain the V5C log book and the rules around it, whether you're selling or buying a car

A full service history can add a lot of value to a used car. We explain everything you need to know

If you’re thinking of buying a new car and using your old one as part exchange, this is the guide for you…

Did you buy a car on finance between April 2007 and January 2021? You could be owed thousands!

Looking for a car that’s cheap to insure? We’ve listed the cars with the cheapest insurance group ratings on sale in the UK today

What is car depreciation, how does it work and what can you do to minimise it on your car? We reveal all in our guide…

A new write-off category system was introduced in 2017, but plenty of Cat C and Cat D cars are still on the used market. We explain what these categor…

Cat S and Cat N insurance write-off classifications replaced the old Cat C and Cat D groups in 2017; but what do they mean and how do they work?

Thinking of buying a new car? These are some of the best new car deals on the market right now…

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If you’re looking to buy a new car, how do you judge its reliability before taking ownership? The Driver Power survey has the answer…

‘No-haggle’ agency car showrooms mean fixed-price deals for many brands, but they also threaten established dealers and may reduce competition.

Which is best if you want to mind the GAP?

Your car needs to be taxed and insured to be legally allowed on UK roads. Here’s how to check that you’re covered…

Find out what happens if your car is repossessed, and what to look out for if you're thinking of buying a repo car

Buying a car privately can be daunting, but follow our advice to get the best deals with the least hassle

When looking to buy a new or used car, timing could be the difference between getting a good deal or not. We reveal the best times to buy, and why.

No one likes having to wait for their new car so we called key manufacturers to get their latest UK lead times

With a generous budget of £500 per month, you can get into some truly top cars

Got some cash to splash? These are the best new cars for under £400 per month

After a fresh set of wheels? Check out the best new cars for under £350 per month

We rate the sites that can reveal all about a potential used-car buy

Not sure how to buy a car online? Read our step-by-step guide to get you through the process

Is it better to buy or lease a new car? We’re here to talk you through the benefits of each to help you decide

Millions of used UK cars have had their mileage changed. We uncover the facts about car clocking and mileage correction services.

Buying a used car from a dealer or privately isn’t always easy. So here is our advice and tips on how to buy your dream second-hand motor

Our tips and tricks on how to take a test drive in a new or used car

Buying and running a car for peanuts might seem like a gamble, but it’s achievable if you follow a few rules