For the majority of people, running a car is the next biggest expense to buying a home.

Buying your first car, and also changing your car can leave you with a major headache. If you are buying your first car, you must take into consideration not just the purchase price but the overall running costs. We have calculated the cost of running a small 1.4 petrol engine vehicle. 17-25 year old’s carry the highest risk on our roads today. For this type of car you could expect to pay anything from £1000-£2500 for insurance alone.

• Tyres will cost from £45 to £95 each.
• A major service will cost approximately £200, but this can quickly increase if you need parts replaced.
  An MOT £35-50 which includes a free retest. This is of course, providing it passes without the cost of any additional work.
• Fuel costs based upon 10000 per annum, depending on how you drive, are up to £1200. These costs are based on a three year old car, in good condition with a small economic engine.
• The car itself will cost between £4000 and £5000.
• The total cost per annum, including the purchase could be £8150.
• Going forward the running costs would be approximately £3500 per annum.

On this page there are many picture links, these will take you to manufacturers and used car websites.
Use the picture links to research and always seek advice before signing on the dotted line.

It is imperative that you purchase a car which will be within your budget.

If you are considering selling or part exchanging your old car, you can get a price in three ways.

1. Part exchange from a dealer.
2. Auto trader.
3. We buy any car.

Below are links directly to the main manufacturers of vehicles in this country, if you have an idea of the type of vehicle that you would like, use the links provided . 

Auto trader is a fantastic tool if you are considering a second hand motor. Auto trader can also be used to price compare.

We buy any car can also be used as a comparison with a part exchange. Be careful!