Any advice on buying 2nd hand cars?

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Permalink Reply by Will on August 10, 2020 at 20:10

If you do find one, I recommend that you park on the rung roads of the ladder. Car ownership is relatively low there I'm told, so there's plenty of room. No point risking it getting scuffed or swiped on Wightman Road. 

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Permalink Reply by maladyboy on August 10, 2020 at 20:15

Ha ha. 

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Permalink Reply by Amit on August 11, 2020 at 7:49

Cars are one of those things where you probably want to buy an out-of-city vehicle that hasn't been subjected to years of start-stop traffic, scuffs and scrapes, and has mainly accrued motorway miles. 

I suspect a higher proportion of London Prius' are ex-ubers, so watch out for vehicles that have outstanding finance.

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Permalink Reply by Nanz on August 14, 2020 at 9:04

I have no personal experience with the local car yards in Haringey, but I would suggest if you see something you like, get a pre-purchase inspection done by a mechanic or the AA.

I've brought my cars from Autotrader direct from owners (not a car yard) and have always got great value for money.  

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Permalink Reply by V&M on August 14, 2020 at 11:10

Make sure you get a warranty. If the dealer only offers a short/non-comprehensive one you can purchase your own policy. 

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