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Essential car buying checks
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View our eight essential safety checks you need to make before buying a car.
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Want to stay safe online?
Read our essential advice and protectyourself from fraud when buying or
selling a car on the Internet.
Latest advice from Auto Trader
Text message scam advice
Auto Trader is warning customers to be aware of a new text message scam. Find out what the bogus message is and how to avoid it.
Virtual vehicle scams
We reveal the potential pitfalls of money transfer services and virtual vehicle scams. Find out how to stay safe when paying for a car.
Attack of the clones: staying safe
With money tighter than ever, it’s important to make sure you buy a used car safely. Find out what a clone is, why to avoid them and how to spot one.
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How to avoid car jacking: The complete guide
Half a million vehicles are stolen in the UK every year. We reveal five common car thefts and show you how to avoid them.
Car scams
YOU could lose thousands of pounds from a single scam email. Don’t fall victim of fraud – read our round up of the most dangerous emails and scams now.
Safety and Security top tips
Read our essential advice about staying safe when buying and selling a car online.
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