What protection do trade plates give when test driving a vehicle?

What protection do trade plates convey when test driving a vehicle? My son and I test drove a car at an independent dealer. He put one trade plate on the front of the vehicle and did not accompany us on...

Do I need to keep my old car insured while I'm selling it?

I've purchased a new car but haven't yet sold the old one. Do I need to keep this insured in the interim while I'm selling it?

Is it normal for a car dealer not to allow a test drive until a deposit has been paid?

I'm three hours drive from a dealer selling a car that my son wants. I contacted the dealer and he said we can't test drive the car unless we buy it by putting down a £500 deposit. Apparently they wont...

Should I get the auto or manual Isuzu D-Max?

I have a choice between an auto or manual gearbox on the Isuzu D-MAX, both 2.5-litre engines. Is there a preference? Not working the truck hard, just bit of logging, no real pulling.

I want to buy a new car but can't get enough time on the test drive - what do you suggest?

I'm considering a Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. I've had a very brief test drive, but I'm struggling to get anything more than about 20 mins round the block. I accept that the dealership will seek to keep...

Is buying a low mileage diesel car a good idea?

I'm considering buying a 2010 BMW 118 M Sport Diesel Automatic with only 16,000 miles on the clock. It's in pristine condition, genuine mileage with dealership service history (last service January 2017)....

Can I test drive a vehicle before I tax and insure it?

I am looking to buy a second-hand Jaguar X-type estate. Can I personally test drive the vehicle before I tax and insure?

What is the best way to sell my 2008 Kia Cee'd?

We're moving house and will only need one car, so I am selling my 2008 Kia Cee'd 1.6 petrol. I usually part exchange and am not comfortable with selling privately to strangers. I have heard bad things...

Does car insurance not allow the driver to drive other vehicles any more?

I have recently renewed my car insurance with a new provider (a reputable company with five star accreditation) for a very reasonable premium. However, I notice that the clause "Insured to only drive the...

Car not available for a test drive?

My wife was interested in buying a Hyundai i20 with automatic transmission, but we could not find any garage able to provide one to try out. I phoned Hyundai but they couldn't help find a car. It was...