Car News recent articles in category Buying a used vehicle
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Customs & Vat Charges on Cars Imported from UK & Northern Ireland
Prior to the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the EU, a large number of used cars on Irish roads originated in the UK and Northern Ireland. Dealers imported cars in large volumes to address the high demand for quality used cars and many individuals did so in an effort to find a high-spec vehicle while also saving money. While it may...
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What to do if the car you bought was previously damaged or written off
Even the most experienced car buyer can fall victim to buying a badly repaired or written off vehicle. Fortunately, there are regulations in place to protect buyers should they end up buying a car which they later discover has been accident damaged or isn't otherwise roadworthy. Before you buy, it’s important to know what protection is available, and to whom...
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How to Buy a Used Car
For most of us, buying a car is the second largest financial commitment we will ever make. With tens of thousands of used cars changing hands every year, it’s easy to find yourself unwittingly making a bad investment. With a qualitycar history check,and some proven buying techniques, you can make an informed choice when it comes to making your next...
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I Bought a Used Vehicle and Discovered it Was Clocked. Do I have any rights?
Every year in Ireland, thousands of used cars change hands through dealers and private sellers and so, there is a chance that you could sold a clocked vehicle without you knowing. While the vast majority of vehicles traded are genuine, a surprising number of purchasers hand over their cash without a car history check, or without taking even the most...
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How do I accurately value my car in Ireland?
Whether you’re buying or selling a used car, it’s essential to start out with an accurate valuation. There are many ways to accurately value a used car in Ireland, not least of which is by purchasing a car history check or using anonline car valuation toolsuch as iCap. Aside from these, there are other useful ways to establish the buying...
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Quirky Tips For Testing a Used Car Before Purchase in Ireland
Tips For Testing a Used Car Before Purchase in Ireland Considering buying a used car? While there are many, great quality used cars on the market, the sheer volume of cars traded in Ireland in a given year suggests there is a high risk of making a bad decision. Use the following car-buying tips to keep that risk to a...
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How To Spot if a Used Car is Clocked in Ireland?
How To Spot if a Used Car is Clocked? Before you commit to buying a used car, consider investing in a car history check. With this at hand, you can also take the following simple steps to avoid making a costly mistake or ending up with a car that’s been clocked. ‘Clocking’ is the colloquial term for falsifying...
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Checklist That You Need to Keep Handy During a VRT Check
Forms needed when registering for VRT A car VRT or the Vehicle Registration Tax is an amount that you need to pay while registering a vehicle in Ireland. It is illegal in Ireland to drive a vehicle without registration or paying VRT. Once you purchase a car, you need to set up an appointment with the National Car Testing Service...
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MyVehicle Nationwide Car Market Overview for January 2022
Car Sales January 2022 The 2017 Diesel Nissan Qashqai was the best-selling car in the Republic of Ireland during the month of January at Independent dealerships. The Diesel BMW 5 Series came in second place with the Volkswagen Passat coming in both third and fourth place at Independent dealerships. For the first time we see hybrid vehicles coming into the...
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Crashed and Damaged Car Report for January 2022
Crashed & Damaged Vehicles The MyVehicle.ie crashed and damaged car report for the month of January 2022 has been released. It is hoped that you are not one of the motorists that may have been affected by the purchase of a previously damaged car. Franchise Dealerships The month of January saw a big increase with 312 vehicles written-off compared to...