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Buying & selling a car

Ready to buy your first car, or upgrade your current set of wheels? We’ll tell you all you need to know. You might be wondering whether you’re paying over the odds, what to look out for on a test drive, or how to avoid picking a used that’s fit for the scrap heap – either way, read on and you should enjoy your car shopping!

Buying from a dealer vs a private seller

There’s really no right answer to this: on the one hand you have more legal rights if you buy from a dealer - plus, it’s easier to go back to them if something does go wrong. On the other hand you’re likely to pay more than you would...

Test driving a car: What to look for

Congratulations - you’ve found a car you want to buy! (Or maybe you’re just browsing – it could pay to play it cool at a second-hand dealership to get a good bargain.) Hopefully you’ve already checked all the required paperwork,...

Selling your car: 9 things to remember

Selling a car doesn’t have to be as difficult as you might think. Here are our 9 tips to help you get a quick sale and a great price. Get your paperwork in order Used Vehicle Information Package Ontario law requires that you buy a Used...

Buying a used car: 7 tips for success

The last time I tried to buy a used car, the previous owner made it sound like I was getting the world’s best deal: “It’s hardly been driven,” he insisted, gently petting the silver VW Jetta, “the tires are brand new! It’s very...

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