I found a similar forum post from 2009, and thought I will check with experienced buyers here what is the standard practice nowadays.
First time that I am buying a brand new car, after part ex, value is 31450, paid £500 on credit card, car on order, provisional delivery 07.12.2018, dealer mentioned please pay the remaining balance of £30950 on 30.11.18 by bank transfer. I assumed it is normal practice, but nothing of this sort written on the order form.
I realized reading on the forums that I may not be protected if the dealer goes bust, or the car does not arrive in time, or the car is damaged in transit (Japan). I checked with the bank, they suggested that I call them to put a marker on the account, and pay by debit card and there is no limit, although the dealer had hinted that there is a limit on debit card payments! All this ringing alarm bells, or am I getting unnecessarily worried.
Is this the norm to pay the whole cost upfront even before the car has arrived? Can I insist that I will pay by debit card, or faster payments electronic transfer on the day of delivery.
Many thanks
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