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What Car to Buy
Find the right car for you
Buying a car is the second largest investment for many motorists – that’s why our car advice is kept as simple and helpful as possible.
Whether you’re looking for space, practicality or fun, our comprehensive car reviews help you find your perfect car and our buying guides help ease the buying decision.
We’ve got everything you need to consider before buying, from the cost of car tax and insurance to different fuel types and car depreciation.
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How to buy a car
You've found a car model you want to buy - but what's the next step? We make the car buying process easy.
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Where to buy a car
We help you select the best place to buy your next car - whether it's a dealership, car supermarket or from Auto Trader's private adverts.
Learner Zone
Auto Trader and BSM have created an exclusive area for learner drivers. For all the advice, accessories and special offers to get you motoring.
Read all the latest Car Road Tests
Driven the car you fancy? How about a second opinion? Get the full lowdown on the make and model of your choice and compare it to other cars you are considering.
Sections to help you
Choose the right car for you
What car should you buy? We help you weigh up the pros and cons in our essential guide.
Car Reviews Hub
Read the latest car reviews from Auto Trader.
New road tax prices: 2009 guide
How much will it cost to tax your car? Our essential 2009 car tax guide reveals how the new tax changes will affect YOU.
Six of the best: Cheapest cars to insure
Car insurance premiums could rise by 20 per cent this year, but driving a car in the lowest insurance group could save you money. We pick six of the best.
Which Fuel?
Choosing the right fuel type is essential when buying a car. So which one should you go for? We look at the pros and cons of every fuel available today.
Depreciation-busting sports cars
Saving money doesn’t have to mean scrimping on looks or performance. We reveal six of the best sports cars which hold their value the most.
Tax your car for £3 a month
Want to pay just £35 per year on road tax? There are hundreds of cars in tax band B – we reveal the full list and pick six of the best.
Six of the best: Tax-free cars
Road tax is set to rise this year, but motorists could avoid the increase with a tax-free car – including one which does 0-60mph in under four seconds...
Depreciation
Depreciation is the single biggest concern for thousands of car buyers. Read our advice from the motoring experts on how to beat it.
Ten reasons why you need a car history check
A car history check is the smartest investment you'll make when buying a car. We explain why.
How to get cheaper car insurance
We explain how to find the best quote from more than 300 car insurance companies at Auto Trader’s Car Insurance Centre.
LPG Cars
Essential information on buying an LPG car including safety checks, insurance and how to avoid the congestion charge.
Company Car Tax Advice
Could a company car save you more money than driving your own car? We explain how company car tax works.
News and Reviews Hub
Read all the latest car news, reviews, advice and features.
Grey Import Cars
Importing a car from abroad is becoming a more and more popular option for car buyers. Read our lowdown on imports.
Podcasts: How To Buy A Car
We’ve put together some exclusive podcasts to help make the car-buying process pain free.
Used Car Values
Want to know what your car – or one you’re thinking of buying is worth? Auto Trader has the ideal solution.
Cash or Company Car
Cash or Car? gives you all the advice you need on how to get the most tax-efficient vehicle for a fixed monthly cost.
Reliability Index
Read the most comprehensive overview of cars on the road today, based on data gathered by Warranty Direct.
Warranty Centre
We have teamed up with some of the leading car warranty companies to offer you the best choice of warranties on-line.
Vehicle Inspection Services
We've teamed up with a number of top vehicle inspection companies to take the worry out of buying your next car.
Leasing and Contract Hire
Avoid depreciation and repair bills. Long term hire and lease allows you to run a new car for a fixed amount each month.
Get great deals on new cars
Choose from the best new car offers, read reviews and see the latest models.