{"id":23243,"date":"2015-12-18T13:02:12","date_gmt":"2015-12-18T12:02:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/?p=23243"},"modified":"2015-12-21T16:10:12","modified_gmt":"2015-12-21T15:10:12","slug":"what-to-avoid-when-buying-a-used-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/index.php\/what-to-avoid-when-buying-a-used-car\/23243","title":{"rendered":"What to avoid when buying a used car"},"content":{"rendered":"

The number of new car registrations in Ireland is on the rise. In January 2015 \u2013 traditionally the busiest month of the year for new car sales \u2013 the Irish motor industry recorded a 31% increase in registrations. The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) confirmed that 29,948 new cars were bought in January, versus 22,893 for the same period in 2014. But while an improving economy makes a new purchase attractive, buying a used car can prove to be an excellent investment given the rapid depreciation rates of new vehicles.\u00a0<\/p>\n

However, a degree of care is required when buying a used vehicle; here are a few pointers on what you should avoid.<\/p>\n

1. Don\u2019t pass over the chance of a test drive. Buyers have to ensure a vehicle is running correctly before making any purchase decision.<\/p>\n

2. Don\u2019t go car shopping without your financials in place. If your budget isn\u2019t fixed, you could end up buying a car you can ill-afford or worse, end up with a high-interest finance deal from a car dealership.\u00a0<\/p>\n

3. Don\u2019t purchase before a mechanic has checked over the car. While this isn\u2019t always easy to arrange, a mechanic looking for any hidden issues will provide peace of mind before you make a commitment. Also check if the car needs a National Car Test (NCT) or has recently passed one.\u00a0<\/p>\n

4. Don\u2019t drive away without a car check service. Checking the vehicle’s history online can also reveal problems the car has had in the past. This is a recommended step, particularly if it\u2019s a private sale; the \u201csold as seen\u201d culture of private sales can leave buyers with additional repair costs on top the original price. There are a number of companies providing this service on the internet, such as MyVehicle.ie<\/a>.<\/p>\n

5. Don\u2019t buy a car on looks, buy on need. By understanding what you need the vehicle for from the outset, you will reduce the risk of an impulse purchase that isn\u2019t fit for purpose.<\/p>\n

While new cars avoid the issue of \u201cprevious owners\u201d, the steps above will ensure the purchase of a used car goes as smoothly as possible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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