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Posted 18 August 2007 by Ian

Seasoned Prelovers will know the importance of getting a status check on a car before parting with their hard earned cash. These checks will tell you if the car is stolen, is an insurance write off or if there is any outstanding finance on the car.

The good news is that the RAC has just slashed the price of their data check to just £5 (was £24.99). The checks are available instantly and are powered by HPI (the company that originated this type of check).

Preloved recommends this type of check whenever buying a second hand car, and at this price it would be foolish not to.

Link: RAC Car Data Checks

Posted 27 April 2007 by Ian

We've put together our top 10 tips when buying a used car. Not only will these simple tips help avoid buying a dud, they will also help you negotiate a better price for the car, which could save you hundreds of pounds. 1) Do your research Find out as much as you can about the vehicle. How much will you have to pay in insurance? Road tax? Fuel? Are there any common faults with this vehicle that should be checked? Of course, in the age of the Internet, these facts are easier to find than they used to be. Preloved offers a readers reviews section featuring reviews from the car owners... [more]