HPI offers tips to avoid buying a stolen vehicle
This week’s ITV UK Car Crime programme shockingly revealed that one car is stolen every five minutes, highlighting that more people are at risk of buying a stolen car than ever before. The leading vehicle information expert, HPI, stresses that all used car buyers need to take a few simple but effective steps to help beat the car criminals. Read the rest of this entry »
Audi TT convertible best at retaining value but HPI crowns the MINI convertible as the best all-rounder
According to HPI Valuations, there are apparently more convertibles per head in the UK than any other European country, despite being one of the wettest countries in the continent. British wishful thinking? The true reason lies with a change in fleet policies some 8-10 years ago, which meant the hard roof and four door rule fell by the wayside. However reveals, HPI, an oversupply of convertibles, combined with an economic downturn has meant that used values in this sector have fallen, leaving some summertime bargains to be had. Read the rest of this entry »
New statistics confirm car buying dangers warns HPI
Everyone is aware that the recession is taking its toll on personal finances and those still eager to buy a vehicle may be tempted to take risks in an attempt to save money. However, this could ultimately lead to a much bigger cost to be paid warns HPI. Latest research by HPI continues to confirm that 1 in 3 cars still has something to hide, and that the risk of buying a car that has outstanding finance against it, has been clocked or cloned is an increasing threat for today’s car buyer. Read the rest of this entry »
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Limited Value Coupled with Strong Demand Maintains Sector Value
The Mini MPV sector is a strange beast, featuring a mixture of van based cars and high roof superminis, but this variety continues to pull in consumers looking for space and practicality. Volumes are limited, but with demand in the used market so strong, Mini MPVs are maintaining their values, advises HPI. Read the rest of this entry »
HPI highlights the threat of motorcycle scams and the need for vehicle checks
Figures from last night’s Car Crime UK programme on ITV show that over 25,000 motorbikes were stolen in the UK last year with Greater Manchester, Liverpool and London as the theft hotspots. Following this, HPI warns used bike buyers to remember that motorcycles are just as vulnerable to criminal scams as other vehicles. HPI’s own research reveals that 1 in 5 motorcycles checked has a hidden history.
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