Car leasing terms are usually about three years or so. But some people would prefer to be able to change their car more often than every three years. So what if you are one of those people who would prefer to be able to lease a car every year instead of every three? (more…)
Archive for February, 2010
Short Term Car Leases Where Can You Find Them?
Sunday, February 28th, 2010The Best Film Cars
Sunday, February 28th, 2010There have been some fantastic cars that have featured in movies over the year from the normal to the outrageous. Here are just a few of my personal favourites.
Herbie
This one really does deserve a mention simply because of the amount of films that have come out of the franchise. (more…)
Cheap car insurance for women is not hard to find
Sunday, February 28th, 2010It’s not hard to find auto insurance for women drivers deals
Online search makes it easy to get free insurance quotes. Online research is a quick way to unearth those cheaper rates and better discounts.
You can easily find cheap car insurance for ladies online. (more…)
Used Car Sales On The Up
Saturday, February 27th, 2010Further drops in the production and sales of new cars are being reported all over the news, but the same is not so true for second hand cars. Some of the biggest names in the industry report healthy figures.
No one can argue that there is trouble in the new car market. (more…)
Auctions For Used Cars
Saturday, February 27th, 2010Used car auctions are one of the best places to begin your search for a used car. The car auction is the place where repossessed cars are sold and there are many good buys to be had there. There are great bargains to be had there and many people tend to head to auctions first when they want to buy a used car. (more…)
Things to Know Before Buying a Used Car
Friday, February 26th, 2010Many car buyers are discovering the benefits of purchasing a used car. The whole process of buying a car is different for used cars and for brand new cars. There are some things that you will have to know before you can safely buy your inexpensive used car. (more…)
Making Sure The Used Car You Buy Is Dependable
Friday, February 26th, 2010Reliability is very much an important factor when you buy a used car. As much as you may want all of the gadgets and luxuries in your car, the most important thing is if the car will get you where you want to go. Reliability should be at the top of your list of requirements when searching for a used car. (more…)
What On Earth Is Ghost Ticketing
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010In Britain it is safe to say that almost all of us hate traffic wardens simply because they seem to enjoy seeing other people suffer. However many councils here in the UK have got another method of catching you parking illegally that is unfair and has several flaws.
Ghost Ticketing is quite a new idea but it is when the local council use their CCTV cameras and catch someone that is parked illegally and send the ticket off that way. (more…)
New Campaign Has Been Announced: Ban Old People From Driving
Monday, February 22nd, 2010Some of the older generations driving is pretty bad and this has sparked claims that they should be banned from driving altogether. I do not think that this is a bad idea providing that they are tested before hand because it is pretty harsh for someone to just take a license from an old person when they could be more than capable of driving.
Could this be where banning elderly from motorway driving occur, they could still drive, just not on the most dangerous rifes. (more…)
Tips On buying Used Motor Bikes
Monday, February 22nd, 2010The engine roars, the metal shines, and thepressure is on to buy. The bike looks great and it seems like a reasonable deal but have you done your homework?
HOW TO SETTLE ON A MOTORCYCLE
Have a list of your wants and needs so that the bikes you investigate can be compared against your personal needs. Don’t jump at the first option until you are completely satisfied that it is the best choice for you. One thing to think about before browsing or researching is your price range. Think about the cost of items like helmets, fuel and other hidden costs associated with motorcycles. Are you prepared to be responsible for those after you’ve purchased the bike?
RESEARCH IS KEY
When buying a bike there are two options – use a dealer or buyprivately . Both sides have points for and against. It’s really a personal choice but make sure you consider the following: Dealerships can be great in terms of helping you with maintenance andwarranty coverage. They can work out pricing plans and help you get the exact bike you want – as long as you are willing to pay top dollar. Buying privately might take some time in terms of finding the bike you want but it could be worth the wait in terms of the great deal you could make. Decide for yourself which avenue you want to explore, and beware of the pros and cons of each so you can better navigate them.
DOT YOUR I’s AND CROSS YOUR T’s
The best thing is to schedule a meeting with the person selling the bike to go over all the documents and policies for buying or selling a vehicle in your country. If the meeting goes well and you are satisfied with the paperwork then take the extra precaution of having a vehicle check done. If all that works out then you can sign on the dotted line with confidence.
UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL
The best place to view a used bike is at the seller’s home. Don’t arrange to view at night, you want to be able to go over the vehicle with a fine tooth comb in proper daylight. A smart option for anyone not mechanically savvy is to bring a trusted friend with a solid background in mechanics. Does the bike look in desperate need of a tune up, will it last, is it worth the money being spent. A scam to watch out for is ‘clocking’, make sure the mileage is legitimate and not tampered with. Make sure the VIN number is correct on all documents and that it has not been altered on the bike. Trial runs of the bike should be for at least 30 minutes so that you can have a good sense of how it rides. Better safe than sorry so make sure you do a thorough check when inspecting your potential purchase.
GUT FEELING
There is always another bike to buy so please follow your instincts. If something doesn’t seem on the level then scrap the deal and start fresh with a new seller.