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Advice for First-Time Car Importers: A Quick Guide to Successful Importation
For a newcomer in the field of car importation, the process involved when importing a car for the first time may seem complex. However, with the right tools and knowledge at your disposal, you can navigate the importation process smoothly. In this quick-start guide, you will find some essential advice to ensure a successful importation of any used car...
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A Comprehensive Guide to Scrapping Your Old Car in Ireland
As cars age and become less reliable or more costly to maintain, many owners find themselves faced with the decision to part ways with their old vehicles. We often face the challenge of what to do with our old vehicles once they reach the end of their life. Instead of allowing them to become an eyesore or burden on the...
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How to Accurately Value a Used Car in Ireland
In the Irish used car market, whether you’re buying or selling, accurately valuing a vehicle is an important first step. With market conditions constantly changing, understanding the key factors that affect a car's value is essential. Here are some of the key points to consider when trying to put a value on a used car. Research the Used Car Market...
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How to Inspect the Body and Paintwork When Buying a Used Car
When it comes to purchasing a used car, one of the first things to consider is the condition of the car's bodywork. A car's bodywork can reveal a lot about its history and an independentcar history checkwill provide valuable information about the vehicles accident history and write-off status. Alongside this, it's important to inspect a cars paint and bodywork carefully...
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How to Spot a Fake NCT Certificate
The National Car Test (NCT) is a mandatory annual test for all cars in Ireland. It is a legal requirement for all cars over four years old to display a valid NCT certificate. The test is conducted under the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and is designed to ensure that vehicles are safe and roadworthy for use on public roads. Although...
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Most Common Problems with Used Cars in Ireland, and How You Can Avoid Them
Owning your own car can be a comfortable and convenient way to travel, and for most people, a necessity. However, a typical family car can also be expensive to run and maintain. This is especially true when you purchase a used car with any significant mileage on the clock, as there are a number of problems that you may encounter...
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What Documents and Paperwork Should You Keep in Your Glove box?
When was the last time you checked what was in your glove box? Keeping your vehicle’s essential documents easily accessible may pay dividends in the event of a roadside emergency. So what exactly should you keep in your glove box? Vehicle Handbook The vehicle owner’s handbook contains all of the essential details for the operation of the car and its...
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How to sell a used car
How to sell a used car Professional car dealers are highly skilled in making a trade-in deal look like an offer you can’t refuse. Most car buyers will browse the showrooms; find a car they like and trade in the old car without fully considering the options. Selling your trade-in privately, and making a straightforward purchase at the dealership...
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How to Buy a Used Car
For most of us, buying a car is the second largest financial commitment we will ever make. With tens of thousands of used cars changing hands every year, it’s easy to find yourself unwittingly making a bad investment. With a qualitycar history check,and some proven buying techniques, you can make an informed choice when it comes to making your next...
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I Bought a Used Vehicle and Discovered it Was Clocked. Do I have any rights?
Every year in Ireland, thousands of used cars change hands through dealers and private sellers and so, there is a chance that you could sold a clocked vehicle without you knowing. While the vast majority of vehicles traded are genuine, a surprising number of purchasers hand over their cash without a car history check, or without taking even the most...
