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Does the April 2017 VED surcharge on cars over £40,000 include taxes, delivery, etc?

The April 2017 VED surcharge applies to cars with a list price over £40,000. Does this include the various taxes, delivery charge, etc?

Is there a pure petrol engine that is tax free?

Would I be better to buy my motorhome before the April VED tax changes?

I plan on buying a new motorhome with the latest Euro 6 Blue HDi 2.0-litre engine but the new VED tax table doesn't cover motorhomes. They are sort of vans but cost more than £40, 000, so would I be better...

Does the new VED tax scheme include extras on cars over £40,000?

Does the new VED tax scheme for cars costing in excess of £40,000 apply to the invoice price, including options, or the list price of the model selected excluding options?

Is it better to buy a used 2 year old car or buy a new car within a 3 year car finance agreement to buy/release at the end?

Is it better to buy a used 2 year old car which has lost it's depreciation, or buy a new car within a 3 year car finance agreement to either buy at the end or release. Also should I now wait until after...

Does the new VED tax £40,000 premiums limit include extras (delivery charge, number plates, fuel, VAT)?

I am in the process of ordering a new car which is likely to be delivered in April, the manufacturer's list price with factory fitted options would be just under the £40,000. Does the £40,000 limit for...

Should I go for the expensive electric plug in/petrol version or the diesel version of the BMW X5?

I'm looking to buy a BMW X5. What's the difference between an automatic gearbox and a sport automatic transmission? Also, if money wasn't a factor, would you go for the expensive electric plug in/petrol...

Will I pay £140 per year in tax from April 2017 onwards?

My old Honda CR-V is due a new road fund licence at the end of the month and will cost £265 for 12 months. However, the rate changes on 1 April 2017 to a cost of £140 for 12 months. Can I pay monthly for...