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When would be the best time to buy a new car - before the new registrations come out or after?

When would be the best time to buy a new car? Before the new registrations come out or after?

Asked on 13 February 2019 by david boyd

Answered by Honest John

For a discount on the new car, before the 19 reg. For a more valuable car for resale in a few years time, after the 19 reg.

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