Car Inspection Knowledge Base

The vehicle less than one year old, low mileage, under manufactures warranty and for sale on a main dealer forcourt. A safe purchase you would assume? and the majority are, but every now and again you may not get the car your are paying dealer peice of mind for.

Purchasing in a used car can be a daunting process however there are a number of steps you can take to reduce the risk of making a bad investment.

We would always recommend that any vehicle that has been subject to an insurance total loss is fully inspected by a qualified engineer prior to purchase. A good repair is often achieved using skilled staff and recycled parts. However there are many examples of this not being the case with more quality repairs or the level of damage mis represented by the owner.