Buying a used car from a professional

Benefits of buying from a professional

There are several great benefits of buying a used car from a professional, we take a look at some of the most important benefits which protect your purchase, and make sure you get a great deal.

Warranty

Most professional used car sellers provide a warranty, this allows you to return the vehicle to be fixed if any problems occur during that warranty period. Warranties are in place to protect the buyer if an unforeseen fault happens on the vehicle they have purchased. It is important to read and fully understand the warranty being offered, what it covers and if there are any requirements for the car to be serviced at a particular garage, for the warranty to be valid. It’s important that you question the retailer if the warranty wording is unclear or confusing.

Vehicle checks

Another key advantage of buying from a professional is the vehicle checks most professional retailers perform before selling any car or van. Checks will be completed by professionals; they will identify and fix any immediate issues before the vehicle is sold. Private sellers do not offer these checks. If buying privately you could potentially face expensive issues that were not obvious at the time of purchase.

Part exchange programme

Many professional used car sellers offer a part exchange programme as part of their service. This is a great benefit to motorists who want an easy and seamless exchange of vehicles. You can trade in your old car and use it as part payment for the vehicle you’re buying. This removes the hassle associated with trying to sell your car privately. At SPOTiCAR we have a free vehicle valuation tool that can give you an indication of what your car or van is worth as part of our part exchange programme. Try out our free online vehicle valuation tool.

Finance options

When you purchase a car from a professional retailer you have the option of taking up a finance deal, these are not offered by private sellers. Finance deals allow you to spread the cost of your vehicle over a period of time. There are many finance options available to help with your next purchase. To get more information enquire about the offers available at the time you are looking to purchase from your chosen car retailer.

Disadvantages of buying from a professional

There are very few disadvantages of buying a used car from a professional, we take a look at what these are.

Vehicle cost

Buying privately could be cheaper than buying from a professional. Private sellers are usually in a rush to get rid of their vehicles, so the price can be negotiated. Selling a car privately doesn’t incur any overheads or substantial costs to the seller, this makes it less expensive, these cost savings can then be passed onto the buyer. 

Turnaround time

Buying a vehicle privately can sometimes be quicker than buying from a professional car retailer. As the person buying the car you are responsible for making sure all of the paperwork is correct and that the vehicle is up to your standards. Professional car retailers will need time to generate the paperwork, check for issues, and clean up the vehicle before it is picked up by the new owner.

Buying a used vehicle from SPOTiCAR

SPOTiCAR is a manufacturer approved used car retailer network. We offer a range of commitments and promises to all of our customers, as well as expert advice and support throughout the entire buying process.  

Every vehicle we sell goes through a comprehensive multi-point check to identify and resolve any issues before collection. Our vehicles also come with a minimum 12-month manufacturer guarantee, so you are covered for any unexpected issues.

• Minimum 12 months’ warranty
• 12 months’ roadside assistance
• Vehicle history and mileage check
• 30-day vehicle exchange programme
• Part exchange your previous vehicle
• Finance options and extended warranty available
• Expert advice and support through the whole process