Where to Buy a Car
Where’s the best place to buy?
Auto Trader’s Car Finder can help you find the best place to buy your next car.
Our essential advice shows you where to look, whether it’s private adverts, car dealerships, car supermarkets, import specialists or online.
Where to buy features
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What car to buy
We help choose the right car for you with our comprehensive car buying advice.
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.
Sections to help you
Buying from a Car Dealer
Buying from a car dealer is arguably the easiest way of buying a car. We talk you through the process.
Buying a Car Privately
If paying for the services provided by a dealer doesn't really appeal, there's always the private route.
Other Car Buying Options
There are many options when buying a car with dealers and private adverts just two of them. Here are some other options.
Buying a Used Approved Car
Perhaps the safest option for buying a used car is to purchase a vehicle on a manufacturer-backed "used approved" scheme.
Get great deals on new cars
Choose from the best new car offers, read reviews and see the latest models.
Dealer Directory
Simply select the manufacturer and submit your postcode and our directory gives contact details for a range of dealers.
Car Supermarket Directory
Car supermarkets offer a massive range of cars and have a huge choice of payment options. Find your nearest one now.
Car Import Centre
Buying privately or from a dealer isn't the only way to source your next car. Why not try an online e-tailer to bag a bargain.