As it says on the tin!
Looking for a new car, best places to go?
Ideally less than 10,000 miles on the clock and just a few years old.
Heard bad things about nearly all dealers in edinburgh?!
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22-10-2016 10:36 PM #1
Need a new car. Best dealership recommendations?
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22-10-2016 10:44 PM #2This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
United we stand here....
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22-10-2016 11:34 PM #3
Find a car that you want, then see what dealers have one.
Not all dealerships are bad, far from it actually these days.
I'd always buy from a dealer as you're covered with warranties and they must adhere to sale of goods act, fir for purpose etc..
Try taking a private seller to smalls claims court for something like that!
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23-10-2016 01:22 AM #4This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Arnlod Clark have their down sides but their size and way they operate can work to your advantage as they get ex rental and fleet cars to sell on on an industrial scale.
We discovered that they had a lot of cars priced exactly the same but while they had the same spec, the mileage differed quite a bit, 7000 to over 20000 in some cases and if you see one at the right time you might get a good deal. There'll normally be lots of them with very similar plates, sometimes dotted around the country but that won't matter as they'll bring it to you.
We ended up getting a decent car from their Bankhead branch which was originally in Glasgow. I suppose it depends what you're after but there's no harm in looking at their website. Guarantees aren't really an issue either as Hyundais are boringly reliable. :-)
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23-10-2016 08:08 AM #5This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
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23-10-2016 08:20 AM #6This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
His patter was rank rotten so I just went in really low at £80 a month, his face was a picture when he had to tell me it was £150
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23-10-2016 08:20 AM #7
I tried to PM you Jenna. Clear your inbox.
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23-10-2016 08:40 AM #8This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
thanks for all the info everyone
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23-10-2016 08:42 AM #9
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23-10-2016 08:54 AM #10This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Thanks, downloaded! I'll also be using AutoTrader value my car tool as that tends to show a fair price for the car.
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23-10-2016 10:31 AM #11This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Wife and i were both looking for a new car. She saw the one she wanted in an Arnold Clark, we went to see it. I was a bit narked coz it was a cracking car, and figured we'd never find another one. 15 minutes after getting home, found the same model, same spec, same year with 8k less on the clock in a branch even closer. They are definitely worth hunting through if you have an idea of which car, mileage and price range in mind.
Most of the additional stuff is a waste of money though.
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23-10-2016 10:47 AM #12
Does anyone lease a car on here? It's something I'm currently looking into doing rather than buying from a garage.
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23-10-2016 11:20 AM #13
Got my latest car from Redpath and McLean in Salamander Street, they were excellent.
http://www.redpathmclean.co.uk/used-cars
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23-10-2016 11:28 AM #14
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Basically we pay a monthly amount rather than a full amount up front.
Let me know if you have any specific queries and I'll try and answer.
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24-10-2016 03:01 AM #15
Used Arnold Clark twice .. both cars are fine , just got to play them at there own game, check the car over fully and don't let them rush you into anything
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24-10-2016 09:19 AM #16
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Leasing is the way to go now car delivered straight to your door.
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24-10-2016 12:25 PM #17
Try these sites. The discounts they get on most new cars are fantastic and they'll arrange PCP too.
There are others.
https://broadspeed.com
https://www.drivethedeal.com
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24-10-2016 12:27 PM #18This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
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24-10-2016 05:05 PM #19
We got one of our cars from arnold clark. Cant say we had any issies, the guy tried the usual selling extra things like MOT's and services etc which we said no to start with and he came back with another offer. Our other car is leased which is ok if you dont want to own the car, we done it through audi and have to say the service was excellent
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03-11-2016 09:47 PM #21
I've worked in the motor trade and I'd always say do your research into what deals you can get - be clear with what you want for how much and don't be too aloof. Be willing to compromise - you'll always get good deals on new cars in stock so if it's a different colour or is lacking a feature or has a couple of extras be willing to consider them.
Car salespeople may have an awful reputation thanks to those those who preceded them 20 years ago but the experience I have of them is they're outstandingly hard working people. There are a few bad eggs in amongst them but it's the same with any profession.
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