Most people have brought a 2nd hand car at some point in their lives
. Therefore, it is no surprise that this area of the car market represents a significant percentage of all the cars that are sold in the UK. In fact with the recession it is a growing part of the car market. People simply cannot afford to buy a new car any more.
Today, buying a second hand car is relatively cheap and easy and no longer means endlessly scanning the adverts in your local newspaper to find the right used car for you and your family.
There are now countless car dealerships that have a wide range of used cars for sale on their books, as well as the fairly new phenomenon of car supermarkets, with forecourts so big that they can stock a huge range of vehicles for customers to choose from. They also have a wide range of finance options available, which is part of the reason they are so successful.
Many young and first time drivers opt to buy used cars, obviously because it keeps costs down. Not only will the car itself be cheaper to buy than a brand new one, but the cost of insurance may also be lower to reflect its value (may not apply to young drivers).
Many car sales now take place via the internet, a medium that has emerged as a serious competitor to the traditional car dealer. You can find numerous websites that are dedicated to the buying and selling of used cars. Whether you are selling your existing car or buying a used one, you can put your details into any number of car sales directories and they will match you up with potential buyers or sellers. This development has the potential to eliminate the need for you to leave the comfort of your living room in order to look for your next used car. All are just a few clicks away with photos and details. So when you have found the car that meets your criteria there will be fewer unwanted surprises after you have made the journey