Buying Your First Car

You’ve passed your driving test and are ready to buy your first car! At Auto Medics, used car sales Buckinghamshire, we know it can be a daunting prospect buying your first motor, that’s why we’ve prepared this guide to help you get on the road.

Set Your Budget

Set yourself a sensible budget and stick to it. Don’t forget to factor in additional costs such as tax, insurance, MOT & services, ad hoc repairs and fuel – have you seen the price of fuel lately?

Research Insurance Costs

If you’ve just passed your driving test, insurance companies are likely to charge you more for a car insurance policy. Unfairly, as a newly qualified driver, statistics count against you, with less experienced drivers more likely to have an accident than other road users.

Of course, insurance premiums are also dependent upon the type of car you drive, so before you buy visit a comparison website to work out how much your chosen motor will cost you to insure.

Check Out Motors

These days the chances are you’ll find your dream motor online. However, before you buy it’s always worth checking that it’s the right car for you. It’s important to take it for a test drive to ensure it’s:

• comfortable to drive
• there’s enough boot space
• it’s in good condition

Take your time and get to know the car, ensure buttons and switches work, and if you like listening to music, check the sound system too.

Consider the extras you might require – air con for those summer months or heated seats for the cooler months?

Final Checks

If you have children check your car seats fit. Is there enough boot space for a buggy or bike? Does the car have a spare tyre?

Used Cars Buckinghamshire

If you are buying your first car it’s worth taking someone a little more experienced with you before you part with your money. Of course, when you come down to Auto Medics, we are a team you can trust and our reputation proceeds us. Let us help you get on the road, check out our latest used car listings here.

For more information about the used cars we have for sale at Auto Medics in Buckinghamshire, contact us on 01494 533 534.