Every driver, at some time or another, will want to buy a car for convenience purposes and to use their expensively acquired driving skills, or sometimes just to enjoy the freedom of the road.
In the UK, 17 is the magical age when someone can apply for a provisional licence, which should lead to a full legal licence once the difficult national driving test has been successfully passed. Often the first place to search for a new car is a car magazine such as Auto Trader, or alternatively local newspapers and comparison websites will list a range of local car dealers.
When buying a car it is important to take along an experienced driver as they will be able to advise on any potential problems, and also be able to ask the vendor pertinent questions about the new motor.
The car’s service history should also be examined, and petrol consumption and the warranty period must be established. A newly bought car should not break down but it is reassuring to realise that most warranties will protect the driver and their new vehicle within a specified amount of time.
