Money Saving Offers, Deals & Vouchers
Current best deals: £500 off a new SEAT; significant savings on bicycles and e-bikes; dozens of deals on dash cameras.
We're constantly on the look out for the best deals to save you money whether you're buying your next car, getting it serviced, insured, re-fuelled or after something like a dashcam. Our money-saving guide is updated daily - sometimes several times a day - kicking off with just-found deals and offers and moving into money saving information from other parts of the site.
See also: Cheap breakdown cover and reduced-rate airport parking with Groupon
Deals Of The Week
Deals, offers & promotions on cars, products and services
Tuesday 22 January
48% off a Triple Supercar track day
Save up to 48% on a Triple Supercar Thrill with Virgin Experience Days: Pay £139 (was £269) for a triple supercar thrill plus high-speed passenger ride and photo, available at 37 locations across the UK. Minimum age 17 years.
Monday 21 January
Over £30 off a Mio dash camera
The Mio C330 dash cam is currently £80 on Amazon, down from it's usual price of £115. As well as its budget price, another selling point of the C330 is its compact size. The footage is good quality and it comes with GPS too, for more info, read our full review of the Mio C330 here.
Arranged Exclusively For HonestJohn.co.uk Readers
GSF Car Parts: Save a minimum of 45% with the discount voucher code GSF9REW*
GSF Car Parts was established in 1977, has 69 stores around the UK and provides car parts, accessories, batteries, oils and tools. GSF Car Parts also runs flash sales, so you may be able save even more, with savings of 50% and 60% not uncommmon.
Delivery: Free second class delivery on all order; express delivery at additional cost.
Returns policy: GSF Car Parts offers a 30 day exchange policy. As long as the item is returned in its original condition, GSF Car Parts will refund or exchange.
ALA GAP Insurance - 12% off* 
We've arranged a deal on GAP insurance just for HonestJohn.co.uk readers. Use the ALA GAP Insurance voucher code HJ68 at ALA GAP Insurance* and get 12 per cent off the standard price of a policy.
Make sure you use the code before 31 December 2018.
MotorEasy Warranty - £75 off* 
We've arranged a deal on warranty cover just for HonestJohn.co.uk readers. Save an extra £75 off a MotorEasy 12-month plan by using code HJ75 at checkout.
It can not be used with any other offer or discount.
Make sure you use the code before 31 March 2019.
Friday 18 January
£30 off a Garmin bicycle computer
The Garmin Edge 20 tracks time, distance, speed and calories burned. You can customise data screens to display important ride information and compare rides over the same route. The simple bike computer has a battery life up to 8 hours and is currently £80 on Amazon.
Thursday 17 January
£65 off Marshall over-ear headphones
Get a pair of Marshall over-ear, wireless Bluetooth headphones with Active Noise Cancellation for £175 on Amazon, down from the usual price of £240.
Wednesday 17 January
15% off car seats at Mothercare
15% discount off full price child car seats at Mothercare until 6 February 2019.
Tuesday 15 January
£75 off a Karcher K4 compact pressure washer
A compact, lay-flat design allows the machine to be easily stored whilst the wheels and telescopic aluminium handle ensures complete mobility. The K4 is currently £115 on Amazon.
Monday 14 January
£79 off a Pioneer touchscreen car stereo
The Pioneer AVH-Z2000BT Car Stereo is currently £350, down from £429, at Halfords. With a 6.2-inch touchscreen, you can connect to a compatible iPhone or Android phone via USB cable to give your car Apple CarPlay or Andriod Auto capability.
Friday 11 January
£30 off a Garmin dash camera
Get the Garmin 55 Plus dash cam for £119 from Halfords, down from £149. We reviewed the Garmin 55 here (the 55 Plus records at 1440P with a polarising filter, which makes for better footage in all light conditions).
Thurday 10 January
Save over £60 on a Garmin sat nav
The Garmin DriveAssist 51 LMT-D is a sat nav unit that features an integrated dash cam, in an effort to cut down on windscreen clutter and fuss. Read our full review here.
Wednesday 9 January
50% off flash sale at Euro Car Parts
Use the code FLASH50 for 50% off brake pads and discs at Euro Car Parts. Sale ends tomorrow, 10 January 2019.
Tuesday 8 January
Save £30 on Audio-Technica headphones
These wireless Audio-Technica on-ear headphones are currently £68, down from £99, on Amazon.
Monday 7 January
£500 off a new SEAT model
Until 21 January 2019, you can save £500 on the price of a new SEAT Ibiza, Arona, Leon and Ateca when you download a voucher. You also get 0% APR finance on a PCP plan over four years.
Friday 4 January
£500 towards a Honda motorcycle when you pass the step-up course
Register online for The Honda School of Motorcycling to find qualified instructors that can get you up to A2 or A standard. Just fill in the online form and register for your unique code before the 31 March 2019, then quote your unique code to your local dealer when booking a course. Pass the Step Up course before 30 June 2019 and bring your pass certificate and quote your unique code to your local dealer to receive £500 towards any new Honda bike above 125cc.
Thursday 3 January
£195 off the Maxi-Cosi AxissFix Plus Child Car Seat
The Maxi-Cosi AxissFix Plus Group 0+/1 Child Car Seat (18kg) includes features like a 360º swivel, impact-absorbing headrest, Side Impact Protection, anti-slip harness pads and an Automatic Safety Belt to keep the seat and base connected. You can rotate the seat to the desired position – whether that’s rearward-facing from birth or forward-facing from around 18 months. The seat is currently £200, down from almost £400, at Halfords.
Friday 21 December
£125 off a Bosch cordless drill
The Bosch Professional GSB 18 VE-2-LI Cordless Combi Drill is currently £280, down from £405 on Amazon.
Thursday 20 December
Up to 35% off airport parking
Get up to 35% off Sky Park airport parking when you visit here, fill in the quote form and enter your Groupon code into the promo code box. Click search prices and the discount will be applied. The deal ends on 28 Feb 2019. Airport discounts are as follows: Aberdeen Airport: 10% off, Birmingham Airport: up to 25% off, Bournemouth Airport: all car parks – 10% off, Bristol Airport: all car parks – 15% off, Cardiff Airport: all car parks – 13% off, Doncaster Robin Hood Airport: all car parks – 20% off, East Midlands Airport: all car parks – 20% off, Edinburgh Airport: up to 25% off, Exeter Airport: Flyparks Meet & Greet – 20% off, Gatwick Airport: up to 35% off, Glasgow Airport: up to 21% off, Heathrow Airport: up to 35% off, Inverness Airport: all car parks – 10% off, Leeds Bradford Airport: up to 20% off, Liverpool Airport: up to 25% off, London City Airport: all car parks – 15% off, Southend Airport: all car parks – 15% off, Luton Airport: up to 28% off, Manchester Airport: up to 35% off, Newcastle Airport: all car parks – 15% off, Southampton Airport: all car parks – 10% off, Stansted Airport: up to 25% off,
Wednesday 19 December
Save £70 on a TomTom sat nav
The TomTom GO 6200 sat nav with Wi-Fi, World Maps and built in Sim for TomTom Traffic is currently £270 at Halfords, down from £340.
Tuesday 18 December
£450 off a premium Melitta coffee machine
At £550, the Melitta CI Touch is still a hefty sum to pay for home-brewed coffee, but if you're looking for an excellent cup of coffee at home then this is a deal definitely worth looking at. The coffee machine, which we reviewed recently here, provides up to 10 pre-programmed drinks at the touch of a button. It's at the second lowest price it's ever been, with it falling to £520 on Dec 14 - which means you better act fast because it looks to be rising in price again... See all our discounted gift ideas here.
Monday 17 December
£55 off a Maxi-Cosi Group 0/1 car seat
The Nomad Black Maxi-Cosi MiloFix is £170 on Amazon today, down from £225. The seat is a rear-facing baby car seat (group 0+) from birth to about 15/18 months. It can then be easily turned into a forward-facing seat to suit toddlers (group 1).
Fuel Prices for W/C 14 January 2019
Average fuel prices in the UK have dropped slightly since last week...
Top Five Best PCP finance deals
PCP deals aren't for everyone, but if you're after low monthly payments and want a new car, they can be cost effective. These are the best five finance deals on some of the UK's favourite cars, available through manufacturer schemes and sourced through research of manufacturer websites:
| The car | The PCP finance deal |
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Volov S90 D4 Momentum If you're in the market for an upmarket and luxurious saloon then it's worth considering Volvo's sleek S90. Besides being a relaxing car to drive, it's remarkably quiet and comfortable – and it also offers good value for money. Volvo's currently offering a hefty deposit contribution of £3250, as well as a retailer contribution of £4193, in conjunction with 0% APR finance. The net result is monthly payments of just £279. Our full review of the Volvo S90 here |
Monthly payment: £279 Cash price: £36,460 Customer deposit: £5606 Dealer deposit contribution: £3250 Total deposit: £8856 Duration: 49 months/annual mileage: 10,000 Total amount of credit: £23,410 at 0% APR representative, Optional final payment: £12,875 Total payable by customer: £35,123, excess mileage fee: 14.9p per mile |
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Skoda Fabia SE 1.0 TSI 95PS The Fabia has long been one of the top choices if you're looking for a practical, comfortable and inexpensive small hatchback. In SE specification it comes with plenty of creature comforts, too, including air conditioning, Bluetooth, DAB, rear parking sensors and a speed limiter – and its TSI engine is frugal and eager. Low 3.9% APR finance and a deposit contribution of £1750 helps keep monthly costs down to just £148. Our full review of the Skoda Fabia here |
Monthly payment: £148 Cash price: £14,845 Customer deposit: £2500 Dealer deposit contribution: £1750 Total deposit: £4250 Duration: 48 months/annual mileage: 10,000 Total amount of credit: £10,595 at 3.9% APR representative, Optional final payment: £4811 Total payable by customer: £16,025 excess mileage fee: 3p per mile |
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Suzuki Swift 1.0 Boosterjet SZ-T This compact hatch is great fun to drive, in part thanks to its eager and efficient Boosterjet engine. It's easy to live with, too, as it has a spacious and comfortable interior. It won't break the bank, either; Suzuki's currently offering a 0% APR finance deal that requires no deposit and costs £184 per month. Our full review of the Suzuki Swift here |
Monthly payment: £184 Cash price: £13,999 Customer deposit: £0 Dealer deposit contribution: £0 Total deposit: £0 Duration: 49 months/annual mileage: 8000 Total amount of credit: £13,999 at 0% APR representative, Optional final payment: £5149 Total payable by customer: £13,999, excess mileage fee: 4p per mile |
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Nissan Qashqai 1.3 DIG-T 140 N-Connecta The Nissan Qashqai is one of the UK’s most popular cars and there are a range of affordable finance deals – including this 0% APR offering. You'll have to put down a fairly hefty deposit but, after that, monthly costs are a sensible £189. The Qashqai also comes with three years' roadside assistance. Two years' servicing can also be bought for £249. Our full review of the Nissan Qashqai here |
Monthly payment: £189 Cash price: £24,045 Customer deposit: £6143 Dealer deposit contribution: £0 Total deposit: £6143 Duration: 37 months/annual mileage: 10,000 Total amount of credit: £17,902 at 0% APR representative, Optional final payment: £11,098 Total payable by customer: £24,045 excess mileage fee: 8p per mile |
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Dacia Sandero Essential TCe 90 The Dacia Sandero is a no-nonsense hatchback that's ideal if you're looking for straightforward, inexpensive motoring. It's not devoid of creature comforts in Essential specification, mind, featuring the likes of air conditioning and a DAB radio. Lending it further appeal is the fact that, if you put down £1759, you can drive one for just £109 per month. Our full review of the Dacia Sandero here |
Monthly payment: £109 Cash price: £8595 Customer deposit: £1759 Dealer deposit contribution: £250 Total deposit: £2009 Duration: 36 months/annual mileage: 6000 Total amount of credit: £6586 at 4.9% APR representative, Optional final payment: £3405 Total payable by customer: £9338, excess mileage fee: 8p per mile |
*Updated October 2018
Car manufacturers offering car finance deals with free insurance:
Citroen is offering a 'SimplyDrive' package that includes three years' insurance, road tax, servicing and breakdown cover. The same deal applies to the DS range, too.
Peugeot's three-year 'Just Add Fuel' PCP deal combines insurance, road tax, servicing, breakdown cover and warranty costs into a single monthly payment.
Car manufacturers offering car finance deals with zero percent finance:
Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Citroen, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Jaguar, Mazda, MINI, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Renault, SEAT, SsangYong, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen, Vauxhall, Volvo.
See more Manufacturer Offers>>>
Comparison table with high street lenders' car loans
| Amount that can be loaned | Highest representative APR | Lowest representative APR | Other information | |
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Barclays car loans
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£1000-£50,000 | 20.9% | 5.5% | Lowest APR available from £7500 to £15,000 |
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HSBC car loans
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£1000-£25,000 | 21.9% | 3.3% | Lowest APR available from £7000 to £15,000 |
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Lloyds Bank car loans
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£1000-£50,000 | 26.7% | 3.9% | Lowest APR available between from £7500 to £25,000 |
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Nationwide car loans
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£1000-£25,000 | 15.0% | 4.2% | Main current account customers will get a discount of at least 1% APR |
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Natwest car loans
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£1000-£50,000 | 24.9% | 3.4% | Lowest APR is available when you borrow between £7500 and £19,950 |
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TSB car loans
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£1000-£25,000 | 29.8% | 3.49% | TSB loans allow two repayment holidays per year |
*Updated October 2018, figures from lenders' websites
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