Are you currently leaning toward buying a or a used car for your next purchase? Best way to buy a new or used car | MoneySavingExpert

: Some manufacturers offer heavy discounts or "deposit contributions" only if you take out dealership finance. You can legally take the finance to get the discount, and then pay off the loan in full immediately after taking delivery to dodge massive interest payments. 📉 Step 3: Dodge Massive Depreciation

: Road tax is non-transferable. You must buy it immediately when taking ownership of the vehicle. Try to buy at the start of a month, as purchasing on the 28th still forces you to pay the full tax rate for that entire month.

: Buy a car that is around four years old. Its price will have likely halved compared to its original brand-new sticker price, but it will still possess plenty of reliable miles.

: Psychologically, if you act ready to leave, a dealer struggling to meet a quarterly quota will suddenly find a lower price to secure your business.

Before looking at cars, evaluate your daily lifestyle rather than your ideal aesthetic.

Never accept the listed sticker price on a car without negotiating.