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I am taking a delivery of brand new Nissan Qashqai. While testing the car at the dealer earlier today, the engine light came on and it wouldn't go off. I haven't taken the car as the dealer said they will...
I am taking a delivery of a new car and have been offered anti-scratch protection film at a discounted price of £150 by the dealer. I have read else where about huge commissions dealers get out of such...
Can dealers get away with quoting 90 days major mechanical warranty only?
Are service plans a good idea?
I ordered a new Jaguar XF Sportbrake, paying a £500 deposit. I'm serving in the military and took advantage of the discount offered while keeping the total build price under £40k, therefore not straying...
I have heard that all cars built before 31st August must be sold/registered by that date. Does that mean there will be lots of pre-reg bargains, please?
I purchased a Range Rover Evoque in March 2017 from a main dealer. The salesman said it was first registered in November 2016. The warranty was three years from that date. At the end of May this year I...
I am about to take delivery of a new Skoda Kodiaq. I have rejected the dealers offer for paint and upholstery protection. Which products do you recommend for the job?
Can a dealer legally change the delivery time for a new car twice? I asked for a car to be a 1 September registration and a deposit was taken on that basis. I was then told that the car had to be registered...
Can you explain where on earth the money comes from for a deposit contribution? I negotiated an excellent deal on a pre-reg car. The dealer than said I could have it even cheaper on finance. Looking at...