Should I get a new car on finance or buy a used car?

Is now the time to buy a new car on PCP or should I buy secondhand? I currently drive a Range Rover Evoque, which is on a PCP ending in July. The car has only done 10,000 miles in total. The agreement was taken out on 10,000 miles per year. I've spoken to Land Rover and there is no equity in my current car, which is very disappointing.

Asked on 15 February 2021 by Haydn Trollope

Answered by Andrew Brady
First of all, consider approaching a car buying service or other dealers about your Evoque. Dealers are struggling to find good stock, so you might find someone willing to pay a premium. They'll settle the finance and give you any leftover funds, which you're then free to put towards your next vehicle.

Now isn't a bad time to buy a car on PCP, but it depends a lot on your personal circumstances and how many miles you expect to cover post-lockdown. Are you likely to work from home more, or will your mileage increase dramatically after lockdown? Is your job safe enough to commit to a PCP? If you're confident that your job is safe and you expect your mileage to increase when things return to normal, a PCP is probably the way forward. Otherwise, consider a used car.
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