Car buying

We show you some of the best used cars for £10,000 or less

With several manufacturers still offering scrappage and trade-in schemes in 2021, we explain what each one entails

The latest and greatest new car finance deals, including offers from Hyundai, Ford, and Renault plus brokers

Our top tips and tricks for buying a car to save you money, hassle and time

The V5C is an important piece of documentation about your car. Our guide explains what it is and when you might need it

Your complete guide to the official online BMW car configurator and the process of building your new BMW car

PCP finance deals are a popular way of getting into a new car. How does it work?

“Dear CarBuyer, I want a good family estate car for a budget of £10,000 - what do you recommend?”

Dear Carbuyer, I need to replace my loved but rusty Ford Puma coupé with something as characterful. What can I get for £5,000?

Our comprehensive guide on what to look out for when buying a used hybrid car

With dozens of brands and hundreds of models available, choosing a car can be a lengthy process. Our guide is a great place to start

Here’s what you need to know about the UK’s 40-year classic car tax exemption

Whether you’re buying a new or used car, a decent warranty is essential to protect your purchase. Our guide explains how they work

Here are some of the best used cars for £7,000 or less

Even a modest budget gives you a huge variety of cars to consider. Here are the best used cars for £3,000 or less

Also called twin-clutch or DCT gearboxes, a DSG automatic gearbox is offered on many cars now. But should you buy one over a manual?

Some ex-Motability cars can be excellent value, but make sure you do plenty of research before you buy one

We explain the pros and cons of buying an insurance written-off car

We show you some of the most tempting used cars for £5,000 or less

Everything you need to know about Ford’s high efficiency EcoBoost engine technology

Buying or selling a used car? The easiest way to legally transfer a car to its new owner is via the DVLA website

Both cars are significant entrants into the electric SUV market but which one should you buy?

New and used car dealerships reopen on 12 April with safety measures in place

UK government reduces electric car grant again

How does the new Mk8 Golf GTI compare with the previous model?

Cars like these are easy to park, spacious, well-equipped and cheap to run. We pick out the best used hatchbacks

“Dear Carbuyer, I’m searching for a used executive car with driver-assistance features to make my commute easier. What would you recommend for £40,000…

The BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class have both been updated recently but which is the best premium saloon?

As part of our 10th anniversary celebrations, we take a look back at the winners of the coveted Carbuyer Car Of The Year award

UK Government brings ban on sale of new petrol and diesel cars forward but hybrids will be sold until 2035

“Dear Carbuyer, I want a petrol-powered four-seater coupé with decent performance. What are my options for £20,000?”

The Volkswagen Golf is a great secondhand car thanks to its hatchback practicality, rock-solid build quality and sophisticated image

“Dear Carbuyer, I want a sporty car that’s well-equipped and economical enough for my daily commute. What can I get for £25,000?”

How does the new Hyundai i10 compare to the car it replaces? We see whether you should buy the old model or the new one

The mk1 Nissan Leaf was the world's best-selling electric car - how does the new one compare?