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• About The Good Garage Guide (Article)
  Therefore, the very first reviewer of each garage triggers each profile page on The Good Garage Guide. The internet makes it possible for consumers to share their views about their consumer experiences. And they do that extensively - not just on review communities like The Good Garage Guide, but also on social media such as Facebook and Twitter.
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  Should I service my car at a dealer? (Article)
  It has become increasingly common for dealers to offer a service plan when you buy a new car.  On average, around 80 per cent of new cars sold by franchised dealers come with a service plan, according to the NFDA.  “A large proportion of consumers opt for service plans to have the reassurance of set monthly fees which remove the burden of large, unexpected costs,” Robinson says.  To find out if a service plan is the right option for you read our guide: Are Car Service Plans Worth It?
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  Cheap van finance and advice (Article)
  Most of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 applies to business-to-business sales, but you do not get an automatic right to a refund. The best piece of advice we can offer is to try to settle the matter without getting legal.
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  Buying and selling a van on eBay (Article)
  Important: The law prevents business sellers from applying terms and conditions that infringe on your consumer rights. Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 states that the following terms cannot be applied to buyers and to do so is a criminal offence: No refunds. No sale goods exchanged or money refunded.
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  Top 10: Best BBQs over £250 (Article)
  Mussalla Masonry BBQ If you like your BBQ food to be somewhere between rustic and medieval, then the Mussalla Masonry BBQ should be right up your street. It’s not for the faint-hearted - you need to build it with fire cement and it’s over 2 metres tall, but it will also be a genuine feature of your garden and should last for decades.
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  How to buy a used camper van (Article)
  If you bought your van from a dealer, whether that was a franchised or independent outlet, you’re covered by the Consumer Rights Act 2015. This states that goods must be ‘of a satisfactory quality’, ‘fit for purpose’ and ‘as described’. With a used van, this means it must be in a satisfactory quality for its age and mileage.
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  How to sell a classic car (Article)
  All manner of Porsche 911s were for sale when the model turned 50 in 2014 - although this eventually lead to market saturation towards the back end of the year. Attract the right people In some ways, selling a classic is all about exposure - but it has to be the right kind. You want to make sure that as many potential buyers as possible see your car. But there's not a lot of point in advertising a classic that measures its 0-60mph time in days on a website devoted entirely to brand-new high-performance supercars.
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  Camper van finance advice and deals (Article)
  If you have paid 50 per cent or more of the total amount owed when you first bought the vehicle (this total will be in your documentation) then you have the right to return the vehicle under voluntary termination. You can do this and owe nothing more and without damaging your credit rating, although this option may make it more difficult to obtain vehicle finance in the future.
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  How to buy a scooter (Article)
  Don’t be afraid to test ride several scooters to find the one that works best for you. It’s your money, so get it right before signing on the dotted line. If you’re planning on taking the plunge and taking to two wheels there are some important things to consider. Before you even pick your scooter or motorcycle, you’ll need to make sure you have the right safety clothing and security equipment ahead of hitting the road.
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  Buying and selling vans at auction (Article)
  A search will bring up the bigger chains such as Manheim and BCA, but also look at the smaller independent auction houses as they can turn up bargains too. Ideally you should give yourself plenty of time if you are buying at auction; the right vehicle for you will come up if you are patient, but if you are in a rush you may end up choosing something that is not quite right for your needs. Most will allow you to view catalogues for upcoming sales, so you can see if the right vehicle is likely to come up.
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  How to buy a classic car (Article)
  You’ll need to think about that before raising your hand to bid. Know your rights Buying a car at auction isn't like buying a car at a dealer. By all means, check the fine print but most auction contracts say that you waive your consumer rights. The car is literally sold 'as seen' with no comeback.
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  Classic Car Finance explained (Article)
  Shalom, an Economics graduate from Cambridge University, is a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years’ commercial experience in consumer, B2B and financial services businesses. Top 10 future classics for under £10,000   Alfa Romeo 156 GTA Strap an epic-sounding 3.2-litre Busso V6 engine under the bonnet of the beautiful Walter da Silva styled Alfa Romeo 156, and you're guaranteed a future classic.
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  Cheap classic car insurance (Article)
  Shop around   Sure, shopping around for different quotes might be time consuming - but you may also find that a few other insurers are keen to win your business and can come up with some pretty competitive numbers. While the classic car insurance sector might not be packed with comparison websites, there are a few around.
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  Cheap van insurance (Article)
  Your complete guide to getting great and affordable insurance cover for your van or pick-up.
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  How to sell your van (Article)
  In all three instances of misrepresentation, the buyer can cancel the deal and ask for their money back. However, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 does not apply to used vans bought privately, so you won’t find yourself having to deal with a buyer who wants to reject their van and get a full refund within 30 days. The burden is in the buyer to ask as many questions as possible to establish the vehicle is right for them.
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  Cheap van hire (Article)
  However, it doesn't matter if you're planning to move house, clear out a garage or make some home improvements, you should always take time to choose the right van for the job.  As a general rule, hire companies offer panel vans in three sizes: Small vans  - Usually the same size as a large family car, these offer between 3.0 - 4.4 cubic metres of loadspace.
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  Cheap camper van insurance (Article)
  Web forms rarely give you the space to add in all this kind of information but a good broker will know the right questions to ask. Another advantage is that brokers are independent of any insurer and must abide by the terms of the British Insurance Brokers Association, so they are duty-bound to act in your interests and get you a good deal.