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CONSUMER RIGHTS: How do I reject a vehicle or get compensation for problems with a car? (FAQs)
. Not against the manufacturer. The new Consumer Rights Act enacted in October 2015 theoretically gives you the statutory right to reject a new or used car (or anything else) within 30 days of purchase if any fault is found. However, this has still be be verified in the courts. Additionally, a reputable -
About The Good Garage Guide (Article)
to contact them because their profiles include integrated enquiry forms, dedicated phone numbers and also links to their social media profiles. Member garages have the right to reply to reviews on their profile which non-member garages do not. This means that they are able -
Should I service my car at a dealer? (Article)
Robinson, chief executive of the National Franchised Dealer Association (NFDA), which represents around 85 per cent of the 4,400 franchised dealers outlets in the UK, says that consumers see franchised dealers as the “safest option” in aftersales. “This is often driven -
Cheap van finance and advice (Article)
. The Consumer Rights Act 2015 theoretically gives you the statutory right to reject a new or used van within the first 30 days of purchase if any fault is found. Most of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 applies to business-to-business sales, but you do not get an automatic right to a refund -
Buying and selling a van on eBay (Article)
costs money, and a fresh service right before sale won’t see you recoup your outlay, but it will help it sell and you might be able to nudge the price a little higher. The same goes for consumables like new tyres; if one or two are near the end of their life and will need replacing, see how -
Top 10: Best BBQs over £250 (Article)
feasibly be used for those who want to take a proper grill with them in a camper or caravan. Our only con is the fussy and time-consuming assembly before the BBQ -
PARKING FINES. What are my rights regarding parking penalties for parking in private carparks? (FAQs)
appeal process is fairly lengthy and time consuming and so in the first instance, where the charge is £30 or less, it may be easier to simply pay the initial parking charge at the reduced rate and move on with your life. That is unless of course the moral principles of right and wrong make -
How to buy a used camper van (Article)
with vans after you buy them. How much legal protection you have if there’s a dispute comes down to where you bought it from. If you bought your van from a dealer, whether that was a franchised or independent outlet, you’re covered by the Consumer Rights Act 2015. This states that goods -
Review: Beeline Smart Compass (productReview)
. What’s it like? Fabulously easy to set up. You’ll get a small box containing the Beeline, its silicone mount and a mini USB cable. Download the free Beeline bike navigation app onto your phone and it’ll run you through the set-up process. The time-consuming bit is charging the Beeline up -
How to sell a classic car (Article)
There are many different ways to sell a classic car, but there is one golden rule – know your buyer. It doesn’t matter whether your moving a concours-winning Ferrari or a Morris Minor in need of a complete restoration, if you don’t market the car to the right people you’ll lose money -
CREDIT HIRE: What is it and how can it affect me if I am involved in a crash? (FAQs)
? Most credit hire law comes from two cases: Clark v. Ardington [2002] EWCA Civ 510 and Lagden v. O’Connor [2003] UKHL 64 , In Clark the court held that a credit hire agreement could be valid, enforceable and exempt from the Consumer Credit Act -
Review: Dyson Pure hot+cool purifying fan heater (productReview)
What is it? With air pollution at the forefront of many consumers' minds, purifiers -
Camper van finance advice and deals (Article)
paying a deposit up front, anything from zero (if you’re lucky) to 30 per cent of the van's cost and then a monthly payment over a fixed term. One of the easier ways of obtaining consumer credit, HP is attractive because lenders will be less inclined to demand a gold standard -
How to buy a scooter (Article)
? A scooter is a scooter, right? Well, sort of. While it’s easy to recognise most scooters, some now blur the boundaries with motorcycles, such as Maxi scooters that come with larger engines and the ability to commute and tour over large distances. They are ideal for more experienced scooter riders and if you -
Buying and selling vans at auction (Article)
a van from anywhere else; decide on what van you want and what your budget is. More than any other buying process, an auction can crank up the tension and lead you into making rash decisions - in particular, buying a van that isn’t quite right, or paying more than your budget, so -
How to buy a classic car (Article)
? You’ll need to think about that before raising your hand to bid. Know your rights Buying a car at auction isn't like buying a car at a dealer. By all means, check the fine print but most auction contracts say that you waive your consumer rights. The car is literally sold -
Classic Car Finance explained (Article)
in consumer, B2B and financial services businesses. Top 10 future classics for under £10,000 -
Review: Husqvarna Automower 450X (productReview)
. The Husqvarna Automower 450X is the range-topping model for consumers, though as you’ll see from our review, it’s also entirely capable for many commercial applications, too -
Cheap classic car insurance (Article)
Citroen 2CV The long story of the Citroen 2CV stretches right back to before WW2 – and early production cars are incredibly underpowered and flimsy. Later models aren’t exactly solid – but at least they can keep up with traffic, as long as you're -
Cheap van insurance (Article)
. From cutting the cost of cover, to ensuring you have the right type of policy for your business needs, our step-by-step guide will take you through the entire process of getting van insurance. We'll also tell you what to do if you have to make a claim and which pitfalls