Some people consider a car to be a classic because it is old, but the Classic Car Club of America are far more specific, claiming that a classic car is one built to a fine and distinctive standard. In general terms a classic car to them is high priced when new and built in limited quantities. However changes to the car such as custom coach work or accessories, or changes to the braking system or clutch may also determine whether a car can be considered to be a classic.

In the United Kingdom, the definition of a classic car is somewhat more vague, however there are two taxation issues which many people use as a cut-off point to determine whether a car is a classic or not. Any car built before the 1st January 1973, is not liable for Vehicle Excise Duty, Road Tax, and therefore is labelled as a ‘historic’ car. However, HM Custom and Excise have a more specific definition. For company taxation purposes, any car over fifteen years old and costing in excess of £15000 is defined as a classic car.

It is probably worth pointing out that safety factors must be taken into account when buying a classic car, as these older cars are likely to have inferior handling and braking systems. In addition suspension and steering are likely to result in greater difficulty in controlling the car in comparison with its modern counterparts. However, although it may be possible to fit seat belts and tyres to comply with modern safety requirements, many owners are unhappy to do so, in case it spoils the original look. In some areas it may however be illegal to drive in a car that is not fitted with basic safety devices. Classic car owners therefore need to have a raised awareness of road safety.

There are many magazines and websites devoted to classic cars. They advertise cars and often report on recently held rallies or future events to be held. There are also many websites offering special deals on car insurance for classic cars. Although classic car drivers statistically have relatively few accidents, drivers need to ensure that their level of cover is appropriate.

Whether your interest lies in classic British cars such as the Aston Martin DB5; a 1950 Bentley Mark IV; a 1969 MG Roadster; a Triumph Spitfire GT6, or whether you prefer American classics such as the 1965 Ford Mustang or 1969 Chevrolet Corvette, there is a lively market for buyers and sellers. It is well worth doing then research beforehand, not just to get the best price, but to make sure you obtain the genuine article. You can then drive it on special occasions or keep it as an investment. Either way it’s still a classic car.

Further Classic Cars Information

AllCarCentral - AllCarCentral.com is an automotive news and archival web based publication: that provides a searchable data base of photos and technical information of all car makes and models, covering currant street cars, racecars, historic and antique cars. Coverage also includes auto shows, car races, concours d’elegance and other automotive events. A world wide automotive events calendar listing car show, races and rallys. An extensive list of links to automotive organizations….  

allcarcentral.com

APMotor Store - Silicone Hoses Specialists. Best for Performance Car Parts like Brembo Brakes, NGK Spark Plugs, Osram Xenon Bulbs and more….  

apmotorstore.co.uk

Wedding Planning and Advice UK - Wedding Services UK access thousands of wedding suppliers across the UK. Its easy to plan your wedding with us….  

weddingservicesuk.com

3rd Generation Limited - The MX-5 from Concept To The Worlds Best Selling Sports Car….also features the world wide register for the 3rd Generation Limited and full details of all other limited editions..  

mx5-3rdgenerationlimited.com

Classic Auto Auctions - Classic and vintage cars plus accessories for sale and auction with a massive selection from sellers nation-wide  

classicautoauctions.co.uk

The Online Classic Car Show - A full online Classic Car Show – not just a photo gallery, but a virtual replication of everything you expect to find at a physical live show.  

theclassiccarshow.com

Custom artwork of classic sports cars - a personalised portfolio of hand drawn illustrations by automobile illustrator Paul Bennett celebrating world motoring history  

classicmemories.co.uk

Kit Car Build - This site documents building a MAC#1 ket car which is a Lotus 7 style car powered by a CBR954 Fireblade motor bike engine.   

kitcarbuild.co.uk

xclusively jaguar - information and news for all Jaguar owners and enthusiasts  

xclusively-jaguar.com

Classic Car Apparel - The number one source for classic car apparel. Embroidered shirts, jackets sweatshirts and pullovers with your favorite classic car logo. Including the year of your car at no charge  

classicautogear.com

e-Motor Classics - specializes in classic and collector car brokerage via the internet medium.  

e-motorclassics.com

Defined Reflections - Mobile Car Detailing and Valeting Services. Classic car and prestige car specialists. Nationwide service available…
  

definedreflections.co.uk

Classic Car Portraits - Prints of personalised car drawings by Graeme Jenner…  

classiccarportraits.co.uk

London Taxis Exports - No 1 specialists in the sale and export of ex-London taxis and black cabs to the USA and Europe…  

londontaxiexports.co.uk

MG ZS Information - zscentral.com - the online MG ZS resource site..  

zscentral.com

Model Cars Shop - Here you will find personally selected model cars for sale, most are new models but there are a few second hand models in excellent condition. Please note photographs on this site are of the actual models for sale so you can buy in confidence…..  

modelcarsshop.com

British Classic and Modern Marques - Information on British Marques. Find Service providers, specialist craftsmen, spares and parts and retailers all under one great banner – ST1NG.com…..  

st1ng.com

Porsche File - The complete resource for UK suppliers to Porsche owners and drivers: cars, insurance, finance, maintenance, restoration, driving instruction, clothes and more…  

porschefile.co.uk

The financial side of things can be a big stumbling block for many people. By making sure you have your arrangements in place beforehand, you can save yourself much stress and embarrassment. There is little point in finding the right car for you, if you then find that you are not able to get hold of finance. The finance needs to be arranged first. Having the money side of things in order may allow you some leverage when negotiating price. When buying second hand, sellers are more likely to accept cash payments, which can make obtaining a discount easier. Make sure that you know your budget and do not be tempted to stretch yourself further for those extra features.

It is possible to do wide ranging research on the cost of a car nowadays, by researching via the Internet and the various car magazines which are available. Try to learn what you should pay for various extra features for the particular model of car. This extra preparation can save you money. This extra research will also allow you to see where the best deals are. You need to consider what the best option for you is, and where you are liable to feel most comfortable in the buying process.

Buying from a dealer is probably the easier option, however, you may expect to pay a higher price because of the overheads which the garage has. This option also gives you more protection in law if the car turns out to have faults or defects. Buying privately is another option. With any car, you need to make sure that you see any available documentation, such as service history, as well as ownership documents. Make sure that the MOT is up to date. You may want to make sure that the registration and chassis numbers match up. Remember that if a car is stolen, even though you may be unaware of it, it can be taken from you and returned to its rightful owner with no recompense for you, the buyer.

Check the car over thoroughly, before buying, and most importantly, take it for a test drive. Take care to check that the car mileage seems to be right for the age of the car. The average car is used approximately ten thousand miles in a year. More than this, may mean that the car was a company car or used for business purposes which means that it may not have been cared for quite as well as a privately owned model, although there may be a good service history available. A high mileage car will naturally have more wear and care to take into account. Low mileage may mean that the car was not used much, but it could indicate, either that the car was off the road due to a problem, or it could possibly indicate that the mileage has been altered. Check for tampering with the dashboard, worn screws for instance which may indicate interference. Check for oil leaks and unusual engine noise, brakes, steering and suspension. All of this can be tested in a test drive.

Further Used Cars Information

Vans and Trucks for sale - Browse new & used vans and new & used trucks for sale on VansandTrucks.co.uk, one of the UK’s top van & truck classified sites. You can place free ads on VansandTrucks.co.uk to sell your used vans, trucks, parts and more.  

vansandtrucks.co.uk

Motorbike Crazy - Huddersfield new and used motorbikes. Dealer for Aprilia, cagiva and derbi in West Yorkshire. Motorbike helmets and accessories at Motorbikecrazy.com
  

motorbikecrazy.com

Ford Fiesta Blog - A ford fiesta blog on all things fiesta. From the mk1 to the performance rs turbo and st models everything is covered.  

fordfiestablog.co.uk

Driving Lessons Manchester - Highest quality driving lessons in Manchester, Trafford, Salford, Sale, Stretford, Bolton, Bury, Warrington Lancashire and North West area…  

ltest.co.uk

Intensive Driving School - Time and Space Intensive Driving Schools for Somerset, Dorset, Hampshire, West Sussex and now the North East, providing guaranteed Intensive and Semi-intensive driving courses and weekly lessons…..  

intensive-driving-schools.co.uk

Take My Lease - Get out of your current lease agreement, or pick up a short-term lease with zero payment down….  

takemylease.co.uk

Driving Instructors Guide - Driving instructors guide caters for all the driver training needs within the UK. We are a comprehensive guide for driver training….  

drivinginstructorsguide.com

Seniors Discounts - Offers, promotions and voucher codes for seniors in retirement. Discounts for people 50 plus, 60 plus and senior citizens…..  

seniorsdiscounts.co.uk

Auto B2B Trade Directory - A trade directory for buyers, sellers for vehicles, trucks, motorcycles and more….  

autob2btrade.com

ASAP Driving School - Offers driving lessons and intensive driving courses in Stevenage Letchworth, Hitchin and Hertford….  

stevenage-drivingschool.co.uk

Portsmouth Driving School - Independent Driving School based in Waterlooville offering Driving Lessons in Portsmouth, Southsea, Waterloovile and surrounding areas…..  

signalsdrivingschool.co.uk

Optimus School of Motoring - Driving School in Basingstoke, Hook, Fleet and North Hampshire…..  

optimusschoolofmotoring.co.uk

Number Plates Supplier - Number plates and car number plates designed online. Black number plates and pressed metal number plates also available….  

myshowplates.com

Fed up with having to replace headlight bulbs? You can buy headlight covers which fit easily, which should help to prevent damage to your headlight bulbs. Although the air conditioning in most cars is up to the job, there are car fans available to help keep your car cool in particularly hot weather. This may be particularly useful for passengers in the back of the car. Simply plug into your car cigarette lighter socket.

Driving at speed in hot weather often means that you may like to drive with the windows down but do not want to have to put up with the extra noise from the wind rushing past. Fitting wind deflectors to your side windows should help to reduce noise caused by wind resistance. It is important, and economical to keep your tyre pressures to the correct pressure. Tyre pressure guards can inform you when your tyre pressure is lower, which is not only safer, but can save on your fuel costs. There are also digital air compressors available which means that you can inflate your tyres accurately to the correct level without having to take the car to a garage.

Satellite navigation has become popular in many modern cars, but this has also made them popular as a target for thieves. You can help to disguise that you have a satellite navigation fitted, by fitting a satellite navigation mat which gets rid of the tell tale signs of suction pads, whilst at the same time mounting the satellite navigation system securely, evenly distributing the weight. Another modern option which will aid you when you park your car are parking sensor kits. These are simply fitted and using micro technology, can send out a warning beep when you are parking too close to an object. These kits may have between two and eight sensors, depending on whether you want it purely for reversing, or for all round ease of parking.

Body kits are available to help improve the external look of your car, but there are a wide range of options available to help you improve the inside also. From chrome gear knobs to seat and wheel covers, there are also CD holders and tailored mats. You can even buy mood lighting for your car to produce that extra bit of ambience.

In reality, the way a car looks and feels can be altered beyond all recognition, and the way you add accessories to your car is as individual as your choice of car. From added safety features, to practical accessories, to purely fun items, all are available by carrying out a bit of research, on the Internet or in magazines. You can give your car a unique look, or simply make it as comfortable as possible to get the most from your driving experience.

Further Car Accessories Information

Lexus Lights & Angel Eye Headlights - Large range of Lexus Lights, Angel Eye Headlights, LED Rear Lights, Indicators, Side Repeaters, Bulbs, HID Xenon Kits, M3 Mirrors, DTM Mirrors, Z2 Mirrors, Di Mirrors, EVO Mirrors, GTR Mirrors, Mirror Glass, Badgless Grills, Rear Spoilers, Eye Brows, Window Visors, Bumper Mesh, Front Grills, Vents, Stainless Steel Exhaust Backboxes and Window Tinting Film Kits. If you have seen a car styling part in the UK - you should be able to find it on the Deviant Styling website.
  

Deviant Styling

Capital Seating and Vision - Capital Seating and Vision provide an extensive range of products for industrial and leisure applications to improve comfort, safety and entertainment.  

capitalseating.co.uk

Motoring gifts for all the family! - Auto-memorabilia, original artwork, clothing, toys and gifts.  

motoring-gifts.com

Style and performance - Providing a wide variety of car styling products  

styleandperformance.co.uk

Car Covers - Custom car and truck covers for your car, truck, suv, motorcycle, marine, recreational, RV and more.  

caresecrets.com

Car valeting equipment - and car care product suppliers to valet services and keen motor enthusiasts requiring a professional clean and polish. Buy auto cleaning equipment, polish and detergents in bulk for money saving discounts.   

autoday.co.uk

Personalised Number Plates - Speedy Reg offer a wide range of personalised number plates, car number plates, cheap Irish registrations and private car registration plates all at incredibly low prices   

speedyreg.co.uk

Car scratch, stone chip and touch up repair kits. - Your car scratches and stone chips easily repaired with our custom mixed touch up paints and kits.  

carpaintwizard.co.uk

RallyRaid - is a specialist in cross-country rallies. Providing assistance renting vehicles or preparing your own vehicle to take part in well-known rallies such as Dakar or the FIA Cross-Country World Cup.  

rallyraid.com

Dura `Fitted Garages` - Tailor-made garage storage comprising of a modular range of steel cabinetry, tough interlocking floor tiles and wall storage panels that create a personalized, practical and stylish `fitted` garage workspace.  

duragarages.com

Car Care Products - The UK`s Leading Supplier of the Finest Car Care Products and accessories for the discerning automotive enthusiast.   

theultimatefinish.co.uk

Car Mod Shop - we specialise in car LED bulbs, car body kits and Xenon HID conversion kits. We have the car LED bulbs to convert almost anything in your car including dashboards, interiors, sidelights and number plates and we also stock a wide range of car body kits  

car-mod-shop.co.uk

French Number Plates - Authentic French Embossed Number Plates. Design and view online.  

french-number-plates.com

2Fast2Diecast - For all your diecast model needs. Original diecasts from cars to bikes to planes to tanks. All needs catered for.  

2fast2diecast.com

Leatherfix UK Ltd - Car & Home Leather Repairs - Let us re-finish your car interior leather professionally. Full or partial refurbishment.  

leatherfixuk.com

Up-Country 4×4 - Importers and stockist`s of automotive accessories. Suppliers of quality GRP fibreglass hard tops and hard covers for pick-up 4×4 trucks. Distributors of general 4×4 accessories to the motor trade. Designers - Manufacturers - and product finishers to the automotive industry….  

upcountry4×4.co.uk

Unique Car Mats - Manufacturer of tailored and personalised car mats available for different cars…  

carmats4u.com

J&A Mobile Valeting Services - Interior and exterior car valeting services in Preston, Blackpool, Chorley, Wigan, Bolton , Manchester……..
  

javaleting.co.uk

Express Corporate Promotional Car Accessories - A wide range of car accessories for clients….  

expresscorporate.co.uk

Car Mats - Simply Car Mats are one of the leading UK suppliers of car mats and floor mats. Superior quality and design at an affordable price…
  

simplycarmats.co.uk

Fuel Cards - UK & European Fuel Cards…  

caronwheels.com

Paint Tech Repairs - Provides the latest technology called S.M.A.R.T Repair in the West Midlands area….  

painttechrepairs.com

UK-Decals Vinyl Signs Decals Stickers and Graphics - UK-Decals supply quality vinyl decals, custom stickers and auto graphics from the United Kingdom, we can produce a replica decal, a replacement sticker or a novelty graphic at low cost and high quality with next day delivery….  

uk-decals.com

Fast signs and Car stickers - North West Stickers for quality truck stickers and car stickers. The company also offers a large choice of lettering and truck stickers for both bodywork and window screen stickers…..  

northweststickers.co.uk

Modification Unleashed - Car Audio, Performance, Styling, Accessories and Tools….  

modification-unleashed.co.uk

Car Information Guides - Information for smart consumers; find consumer guides and advice, shopping guides and more on ClickSumer.com…  

clicksumer.com

Car Vision - Find the very best In Car Entertainment and Car Audio systems. Installation services are also available…  

car-vision.co.uk

Nexxia Audio Solutions - Massive range of audio connectors cables and adaptors for Car Audio installation and Hi-fi accessories at fantastic prices….  

nexxia.co.uk

Football Gifts - Unique personalised football gifts, crested football gifts, football memorabilia, toys and homeware. Ideal gifts for football fans of all ages….  

ewfootballgifts.co.uk

HID Conversion Kits for Cars & Motorcycles - HID Conversion Kits for Cars and Motorcycles. HID kits from 59.99. 2 Year Warranty. All bulb sizes and colours. HID Xenon Bulbs starting from 18.99.  

midnightstyling.co.uk

Car doors need to be properly working. They should open and close freely. And remain shut when closed. You should be able to open front doors from the inside and outside of the car. Walk around the car, and make sure there is no excessive corrosion, in particular anything that may restrict you from breaking or steering properly.

You must have the correct tyres and that they are inflated to the correct pressure. You will also need to ensure that there is sufficient tread depth, 1.6mm all the way around and also across the central three quarters of the pattern. You also need to ensure that there are no bumps or cuts in the sidewall of the tyre.

Once you have checked the outside of the car, it pays to have a quick look under the bonnet to make sure everything is as it should be. First of all, however, make sure that your steering and suspension is in good working order. Look for excessive play in the steering wheel. Apply your weight to each corner of the car to make sure the suspension settles down quickly. Check the exhaust to make sure there are no bits broken or missing. Switch on the car and make sure there are no extra noises indicating a leak or break in the system and that your silencer is working. Although you cannot check your exhaust emissions yourself without the proper equipment, you will certainly be able to check whether there is an excessive amount of smoke coming from your exhaust, indicating there may be a fault. Visibly check the fuel cap to make sure the seal is not broken. This can cause you to fail an MOT. Also make sure that the fuel system components, such as pipes and hoses are free of leaks and secure in their mountings.You will need to have a quick check of brakes and handbrake, and ensure there are no visible leaks from the brake pipes.

Inside the car; make sure the seats are not loose and able to be locked in the upright position. Importantly, seat belts should not be damaged and should be in good working order. Check that your mirrors are clean and properly positioned, giving good all round vision and finally, make sure that your horn works and is easily accessible.

None of these checks will guarantee an MOT pass, but this extra bit of preparation may ensure it is more likely.

Further Car MOT Information

Prolex UK - Here you will find specialist tuning and performance parts for the Lexus and Toyota family of cars.   

prolex-uk.com

Scimitar Motor Services - Professional and affordable car servicing, repairs and MOT`s at the local, friendly in Barnet, Herts and more….  

scimitarmotorservices.co.uk

Diesel Fuel Pumps - Offers diesel pumps,diesel injection component repairs/services/modifications, problem rectification and assistance…..  

dieseljones.co.uk

Modern theft prevention systems, including immobilisers, alarms and shielded locks have all added to the cost and although they have been successful in driving car theft numbers down, for the individual who loses their keys, or gets locked out of the car, it can cause a whole range of problems, not least of which is the cost of getting back in your car. Replacement keys can cost as much as £250.00 upwards to replace. Thieves are actually targeting homes to steal the keys of desirable cars, simply because anti theft devices are becoming more efficient.

If you have a set of spare car keys, the trick is to keep them somewhere sensible. There are numerous examples of people putting them in the glove compartment or in hand bags or even on the same key ring as the one that has just gone missing. It may well be that if you have lost your keys and need help getting back in your car that your insurer is likely to call out a locksmith to help get into your car. If one is not available, they may supply you with a local recovery service who may take you back home, or if you prefer, a garage. All of this of course, will be carried out at your expense, and the cost may not stop there if you have to have alarms and immobilisers dealt with.

Many insurers appear to routinely exclude loss of keys in their policies, even though it is something that could happen to us at any time, and perhaps should be included, as it would normally be in any policy insuring against loss. There are one or two insurers who will insure against key loss, but generally you have to pay the cost and claim it back afterwards, but again, it does involve a locksmith coming out and gaining entry to your car. Many people choose to pay the total cost themselves, because with an excess of two hundred pounds on a policy, it may be worth doing this rather than losing your no claims bonus.

If you do need to call out a locksmith, they may well be able to get you up and running relatively easily. Many carry blank keys and transponder chips. Some manufacturers supply key numbers and security codes which enables the locksmith to provide a duplicate. Other types of key need more sophisticated equipment and diagnostic tools.

The best thing though is not to lose your keys in the first place, but each year a large number of people do. Carrying a spare key, somewhere safe and not easily stolen, is the obvious answer. For those of us who are not prepared, however, we might find ourselves learning an expensive lesson.

Further Car Locksmiths Information

Car Keys up to 1995 - Replacment on-line car, van and motor bike keys. Keys by number - No number, send us the key, we will send it back to you the same day with the key number - No key, send us the lock, we will make a key and send it back to you with the key number the same day.  

randrsecurity.com

Replacement Car Keys - Lost, stolen and damaged car keys replaced at the roadside. Transponder vehicle keys and remote fobs cut and programmed for most makes of vehicle. All new car keys supplied at significantly less than main dealer charges….  

theautolocksmith.co.uk

21 Hour Manchester Mobile Locksmiths - Specialises in Non Destructive Lock opening for all types of Locking Systems, Including wood, upvc and Aluminium Doors and Windows, Cars, Vans, Trucks, Safes, Shutters, Gates, Grills, Electronic and Mechanical Access Control Systems on Domestic, Commercial and Industrial premises….  

manchestermobilelocksmiths.co.uk

UK Speeding Fines and Tickets - Information on speeding fines and common speeding defences, speeding tickets and penalties…  

ukspeeding.co.uk

Security Systems - Specialists in Property Security and Personal Protection. Euroworld market and sell a wide range of leading edge safety and security equipment to secure property, cars and safeguard people….  

euroworld-international.co.uk

Drivetek Driving Lessons Dublin - Affordable driving lessons or pre-test driving lessons in the Dublin area…  

drivetek.ie

Lock Monster - Wide range of security products including security safes, door locks, window security, garage locks, door fittings and many more….  

lockmonster.co.uk

This may give you some leverage in negotiating a price for your vehicle but it also prevents the embarrassing situation of agreeing to buy a car only to find you cannot get the money after all.

Be aware of the current price that you should reasonably be expected to pay. Have a look through the numerous magazines and car price guides available but also do some research on the internet. Look around as many different sources will provide you with the necessary information to make a reasoned decision on an offer. Consider all options when deciding who or where to buy your car from. Buying from a dealer will give you more protection in law should you have a complaint but you should expect to pay more for the vehicle because of the overheads that a garage has to pay. The opposite is true if you buy privately. You may well pay less but you would find it harder to make any claim against the buyer should you need to.

An average car would normally travel between ten and fifteen thousand miles per year. Bear this in mind when checking out the mileage of the car. A car that has been driven more than this on average may well have been used for business reasons and may not necessarily have been treated as well as if it had been privately owned. A higher mileage also means that there will have been more wear and tear on the engine and may mean that the car is that bit closer to needing replacement parts or repairs. It is worth also bearing in mind that the average family saloon is more likely to be easier to maintain and incur less cost than a sporty or luxury car.

Make sure that you check any prospective purchase out thoroughly. Check bodywork in good light and check for any structural changes. Have a look at the mileage and consider whether the mileage on the clock is about right for the year of the car. Low mileage may mean that the car has not been used much, it may also mean that it may not have been able to be driven because it was in need of repair or had been off the road for some reason. Check for oil leaks and when listening to the engine make sure that there are no extra rattles and noises that should not be there. In all instances – take a test drive and do not buy the car without one. The test drive will help you decide how good the brakes, steering and suspension are.

Before you make an offer, make sure the MOT is up to date and that you see any service history documents. Also check that registration and chassis numbers match. You may want to have the vehicle checked over by a mechanic for your peace of mind.

Further Car Parts Information

AA Car Parts - Suppliers of guaranteed used low milage car and van parts delivered to your door or indeed your mechanic at a fraction of the main dealer prices .  

aacarparts.co.uk

Quality Towbar Kits - Quality tow bar kits at discounted prices  

towbars24.com

Wrays Parts Online - Wrays Parts is a rapidly growing online automotive part sales business based in Co Tyrone in Northern Ireland. Our main aims are to provide all customers with the best quality used/tested automotive parts at even greater prices.  

wrays-parts.com

Car Parts - Why ring Car Breaker after Car Breaker. At carpartsfinder.co.uk we will take all the running around away from you with one quick search and have the Car Part you require delivered next day to your door, or have it reserved for collection.  

carpartsfinder.co.uk

For all your automotive needs - Gearboxes,Turbochargers,Catalytic Converters,Clutch kits,Throttle Bodies,Steering Racks,Air Condition compressors  

diymotorist.org

Sparesworld - Everything you need to maintain your vehicle in tip top condition from alloy wheels to polish Sparesworld will help keep you on the road without costing you a fortune.  

sparesworld.co.uk

UK Top Car Sites - The UK`s Best List of Car Clubs, Car Shows, Motor Sport Events and Car Parts Suppliers.  

uktopcarsites.co.uk

Car Parts Classified - The low cost Classified advertising small ads website for the buying and selling of any type or quantity of new and used car parts and accessories.  

carpartsclassified.com

Squaredeals Motorcycle Accessories - The home of quality aftermarket parts & accessories for Triumph Motorcycles  

triumph-online.co.uk

1stAutoBulbs - Quality upgrade Xenon headlight bulbs from the UK`s largest distributor.  

1stautobulbs.com

A J D Autoparts - Auto Parts and accessories in Gateshead Tyne and Wear  

ajdautoparts.com

Yozzasport - is a leading UK Renault Clio tuning company. We specialise in trackday and race preparation for the Clio 172 and 182. We sell exhaust systems, coilover kits, as well as parts for full F4R engine tuning.  

yozzasport.co.uk

Cheapest Windscreens - Cheap windscreen replacements.All windscreen fitting technicians are all grade A NVQ trained with over 25 years experience….  

cheapestwindscreens.co.uk

Discount Tyres - Car tyres, 4×4 tyres, light truck tyres, motorbike tyres and scooter tyres at a discount….  

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

Bike Breakers Part Finder - Instantly sends your request to over 120 breakers…..  

bike-breakers.co.uk

Car Breakers UK - Bizwiki UK has in depth information about car breakers in your area. View profiles, services and other information, get maps and find contact information for local car breakers…..  

bizwiki.co.uk

Professional Vehicle Diagnostics - Supplies vehicle diagnostics equipment for small businesses, enthusiasts and DIY. Find information and items relating to OBD, OBD2 and EOBD diagnostics.  

talktomycar.co.uk

London Taxi Spares - Parts and Accessories for your FX4 or Fairway London Taxi….  

londontaxispares.com

Car Detailing - Professional car detailing and valeting specialist, providing the finest levels of service, car care, protection and correction in Southampton, Hampshire and the South Coast…  

i4detail.net

Windscreen Repair and Replacement - Repair and replacement throughout the North West including Preston and every city and village in between. Rear and side window repairs also available….  

clearwaywindscreens.co.uk

Car Window Tint - Offering a wide range of car window tint including budget, premium and supreme grade tint, as well as pre cut car window tint kits for 1000`s of vehicles and professional car window tinting installation service. All of our car window tint carries full warranty from 3 years to lifetime and excellent prices….  

visionwindowfilms.co.uk/

Windscreen Repair Systems - 24/7 repair and replacement system….  

windscreenrepairsystems.co.uk

Mobile Tyre Shop - Quality tyres and mobile fitting services….  

tyreshopmobile.co.uk

Acacis UK - Suppliers in chrome surrounds for Volkswagon Cars and other select few makes. Products include Chrome Surrounds for all Exterior Lights, Door Mirror Covers, Aerials and other parts of the car….  

acacisuk.com

Berserker-Engineering - Land Rover spares for series 1,2,3…  

berserker-engineering.co.uk

Car Parts for all Models - Market place for buying and selling car parts. Obsolete and old stock sold at massive discounts. Volume traded…..  

thepart.com

The Toolbox - Supplier of power, hand, garden, automotive tools to the DIY and trade market at heavily discounted prices…  

thetoolboxscotland.co.uk

Witter Towbars - Stocks a comprehensive range of towbars from all the top quality manufacturers, and have over 2500 tow bars ready for next day delivery….  

pfjones.co.uk

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Try not to get into the habit of automatically sticking with the same insurer you had last year. It often is simpler to do this and many insurance companies take it upon themselves to carry on taking the payment until they are told to stop doing so. Your insurer may not automatically offer you the best price available and, ultimately, even if you find out that your quote beats the rest, it is well worth it to shop around and try to get yourself the best deal. One of the easiest methods, and increasingly becoming more popular, is by using comparison websites.

These sites will help you compare insurance prices from many different companies and in many cases you can stipulate your requirements and the site will find you a list of the best ones to suit your circumstances. If you find a deal that you like, it is advisable to pay the premium annually rather than monthly as many companies can charge you as much as twenty per cent for the privilege.

Where you live and your perceived potential for theft and damage may well have a bearing on how much you are asked to pay. By making sure you have good security on your car, either an alarm or immobiliser, or you may even want to consider a tracker device, you can substantially reduce the cost of your insurance premium. Keeping the car in a garage can reduce your costs by as much as ten per cent in some cases. If you don’t have a garage, keep the car off road, perhaps on your drive way.

The car you buy will have it’s own in built insurance group and although your dream car may beat most cars in a road race, you may lose heavily in the insurance stakes. The more ’sporty’ the vehicle is, the more it is likely to attract a high premium because of the desirability factor. Thieves often target these sort of vehicles, either for themselves or to order for someone else. If you have extras on the car make sure that you do not find yourself paying more than you should. You can offer to pay an increased excess payment to reduce the annual cost of your insurance, but you need to make sure that you are not insuring extras unnecessarily. This also applies to any insurance generally. The insurance needs to cover the relevant cost of replacing or repairing your car but this needs to be realistic and using comparison sites can help you decide what is a fair price to pay.

If you happen to have an accident it may not always be the best policy to claim on the insurance policy. By the time you take in to account that the cost of your excess payment is, compared to what the repair costs, it may well be worth biting the bullet and paying the amount yourself. In insurance terms, your no claims bonus is your best friend and is one of the main ways you can keep your costs down, so continue to drive safely and don’t forget to shop around.

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The obvious method is simply to take your car to a scrapyard. It is advisable to make sure that the scrapyard is registered. If not, you may find your self a few months down the line with a recovery bill because some unscrupulous person has dumped your car somewhere they should not have done.

You may well have to pay someone to come and tow it away, which is an added attraction for someone who tells you he is a dealer when he is not. Some scrap dealers will also charge you for disposal of certain car parts. There is a good market for second hand car parts, so one route to take may be to dismantle the car yourself, and sell off any parts privately. It has even been known that people have car dismantling parties when your friends come around with trusty spanners in hand and dismantle the car for you.

If you are fortunate to live in an area where the local council have a scrap service available you could take this option. Unfortunately, the councils who do have this option available often find it is very heavily used and you may well have to wait a while for the car to be removed. In this situation the council, may if the wait is too long, simply refer you to a scrap dealer to remove the car for them. The council may have a free service, or they may charge a small fee. Obviously, it is more likely that a dealer will charge you for removing the car. There is now a legal obligation to make sure that your car is disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. This means removing electrical sources such as the battery and draining any hazardous chemicals and all this to be done before you get rid of the tyres and usable parts. Your scrap dealer has to have the means of disposing of all these parts, which is why it is important to find a registered scrap dealer. Some of this process can be long and drawn out, but it is important it is done as the law requires and that you have the required Certificate of Destruction at the end of it. Without the certificate, you may still be liable for the car should there be any legal challenge to you. The certificate gives you the evidence and peace of mind the the car was disposed of as is required by law.

You will be able to find the names of locally registered treatment facilities by visiting the Environment Agency web site. This web site will also provide regularly updated information on waste and recycling.

Further Scrap Dealers Information

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The approach needs to be to try and make your car as attractive to a buyer as possible, both with regard to looks, mechanically and price wise. First of all the car will need to be spotless inside as well as out. Removing any dirt and dust and getting rid of car stickers enable you to get rid of all the personal touches that make the car yours. A new owner wants to have an affinity with their new car, and having the markings of your ownership all over it, do not give the right impression. Make sure that you check out all the nooks and crannies and small areas which are not easy to get at. Car owners invariably spend lump sums of money and in order for you to get them to part with their hard earned cash, the car has to appear that it can easily become part of their family. If you have any of the original bits of the car that you can put back in, assuming they are in good condition, replace them. It will give the car the appearance of being looked after, which is what a buyer wants to see.

First impressions are vitally important. Even the most naïve of car buyers can easily be put off by something not appearing as it should. Give the car a good clean with a vacuum cleaner and give the body work a polish. Make sure the windows are spotless, and perhaps the odd subtle air freshener might give that clean feeling. Pay particular attention to the steering wheel, gear stick and seat adjustments. The potential buyer will use these areas first of all, especially during a test drive, and these areas need to represent your attention to detail of the care you have lavished on your car.

Once the outside and the inside are spotless have a look under the bonnet. Resist the urge to have the engine steam cleaned to a sparkling brilliance. This can make some buyers suspicious, and sometimes rightly so. Ensure that all the cables are in their correct places, and no do it yourself handy work is on show. Make sure all terminals are clean.

If you have any documentary evidence of how well you have looked after the car, such as a service history, have it handy when your buyer arrives. Obviously make sure that the legal documents are to hand and in order. If there is a lot of paperwork to hand over, put it into an organised file. A handful of garage papers may give the impression that the car has needed regular spending on it.

Before you put the car up for sale, research the market to see what price you should be asking for it. Be realistic. By all means haggle, and know what your lower limit is, but to try and ask more than the buyer feels the car is worth will lose you the sale. A good sale is one where the buyer is happy with the price he bought it for and the seller is happy with the sale price.

Further Selling a Car Information

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Before going to the showrooms, it is worth doing some research to see what your present car is worth. There are plenty of on-line sites which will help you determine the cost of your car, or alternatively, you can have a look through one of the many car pricing magazines which are available. It may even be worth consulting your local paper to see what a similar model is going for locally. Take into account the different extras which are available. You may need to lower or upgrade your price as a result. You will need to take any evidence of work done to the car, especially if the car has a regular service history, and in particular your MOT certificate.

Try to get your car looking its absolute best before you go in. Any buyer is likely to offer you less if the car looks as though it has had a rough time. If there any blemishes or damage to the car, it is well worth getting it fixed if the price is reasonable. If the car looks as though it has been cared for, it will be easier to sell and the salesman will know that it will also be easier for him to sell later.

The idea is obviously to try and get the difference between what you can get for your old car and the new one as small as possible. Make sure that the salesman sees your car and makes an offer on that basis. Bear in mind that part of his strategy will be to make the difference between the old and the new car as much as possible. He may try and offer you more than you feel your old car is worth in order to try and reduce the chance of you asking for a discount on the new one. Try not to jump at an offer. Give an offer careful consideration and be sure that the deal is the right one for you.

Again, before going to the showroom, make sure you have done your homework on the new car also. Compare various garage prices and what is on offer and use the on-line resources available to you. Take evidence of your research with you. It is more difficult for a salesman to pull the wool over your eyes if he knows you have done your research properly.

If you do not like what has been offered, either for your old car, or the price for the new one, walk away and try another garage. If your original salesman wants the sale badly enough, he will make it easy for you to buy. If he or she does not, well there is always someone else who wants to sell you what you are looking to buy.

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