Buying a car without getting caught out
Short, practical guides for UK buyers. No sales pitch, no affiliate links — just what to check, what your rights are, and how to read a dealer's reviews properly.
What to check before buying from a used car dealer
The checks worth doing before you hand over a deposit — who you're actually buying from, what the reviews really say, and the paperwork that matters.
Buying from a dealer vs a private seller
Your legal rights, warranty, finance and recourse differ sharply between the two. A side-by-side comparison with the law linked.
How to find a reputable car dealer near you
Why a 5.0 from twelve reviews tells you less than a 4.4 from four hundred, and how to read a score across every platform at once.
How to write a car dealer review that helps
What to include, how to keep it factual, what verified purchase proof does, and what happens if the dealer disputes what you wrote.