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Here’s everything you need to know about buying a car with outstanding finance on it. We’re supposed to be living in an age of austerity, and if you believe the papers, a worrying proportion of us are in the red. Despite this, new car sales are increasing every month – so how can this be? … Continued
Here’s everything you need to know about buying a car with outstanding finance on it. We’re supposed to be living in an age of austerity, and if you believe the papers, a worrying proportion of us are in the red. Despite this, new car sales are increasing every month – so how can this be? … Continued
HPI offers used car buyers a guide on how to purchase an insurance write-off that is not only safe to be on the road, but could save them 50% off the ticket price. HPI, provider of the HPI Check®, uncovers 649 vehicles per day for sale, which have been declared insurance write-offs, but says “not … Continued
As British Summer Time Fast Approaches, HPI Urges Convertible Car Buyers to Check for a Chequered History Over the last decade the UK has seen the number of convertible cars on its roads increase by a staggering 1182%*, confirming Britain’s passion for ‘making hay whilst the sun shines’. However, HPI is warning convertible-loving used car … Continued
Expert advice on how to spot if a car is stolen. Last year, fewer cars were stolen in the UK than at any time in the last half a century. But there were still almost 70,000 cars separated illegally from their owners, some of which will have been broken for parts or shipped overseas. A large … Continued
HPI CrushWatch Makes the UK’s Roads a Safer Place For Law Abiding Motorists HPI CrushWatch saved over £56 million worth of vehicles that were being driven without insurance, from being crushed at the instruction of the police in 2014. Shockingly, supercars and prestige vehicles are often being driven by insurance evaders. However, popular, high volume … Continued
USED CAR BUYERS UNAWARE OF THE RISKS OF OUTSTANDING FINANCE Our recent survey reveals 42% of used car buyers are unaware of the risks of outstanding finance. Our latest survey reveals that a staggering 42% of used car buyers don’t know who legally owns a car that has finance owing on it. The truth is that a … Continued
VICARS SELLING USED CARS ARE CONSIDERED ‘DIVINE INTERVENTION’ BY PRIVATE BUYERS Our recent survey reveals 1 in 4 car buyers would most trust a vicar when buying a used vehicle. When asked what profession a used car buyer would most trust buying from when looking for a used car in the private market, one in … Continued
VICARS SELLING USED CARS ARE CONSIDERED ‘DIVINE INTERVENTION’ BY PRIVATE BUYERS Our recent survey reveals 1 in 4 car buyers would most trust a vicar when buying a used vehicle. When asked what profession a used car buyer would most trust buying from when looking for a used car in the private market, one in … Continued
When it comes to buying a new car, test driving is one of the most important aspects. Here are our top tips for when you are test driving a car.
When it comes to buying a new car, test driving is one of the most important aspects. Here are our top tips for when you are test driving a car.
If you’re in the market for a new car, the way you ask certain questions can make a real difference when clinching a good deal. We’ve put together a simple guide on how to barter a bargain.
January can bring used car bargains, but don’t be fooled by a low price and shiny paintwork. From our data we’ve found that 1 in 3 cars has a hidden history.
The Christmas period is a great time to visit different cities and explore the German markets. However as the festive season embarks on the ‘Good-will-to all-men’ mantra, we all still need to be aware of thieves. We’ve put together tips on how to keep your car safe this winter.
BBC’s ‘The One Show’ featured the growing epidemic that is car clocking. At HPI we continue to see odometer discrepancies on 1 in 20 of the reports we issue – that’s a 3% increase on 2013.
When it comes to buying a car it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the different jargon and slang sellers use. What exactly is a dipper or a gorilla? So to help you along the way we’ve put together a a clever car jargon buster!
As we have firmly entered the colder months, we’ve probably all started the morning ritual of de-icing our cars. When it comes to driving in conditions such as ice and snow, there are a few things that can ensure we minimise dangers:
At HPI, we’ve had a few of our own horror stories when it comes to dodgy cars. We take a look at the people behind the HPI Check and their past experiences in buying without a vehicle history check – before working for HPI.
