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Convertible Car Prices

A new report from Glass’s has shown that the value of convertible cars is set to rise. Now this is a novel statement as we are most used to cars dropping up to 15% as soon as they leave the forecourt. So how can this possibly happen. Well Glass’s the UK car valuation expert has stated that as temperatures are set to rise the demand for soft top vehicles will rise to. Clearly Glass’s expect that people will want to enjoy any sun that hits the UK by dropping the roof from their cars. So if you are looking to buy or sell a convertible you may possibly see a difference in the amount you pay or charge. The report predicts that a double digit growth can be expected on price tags. Compare Car Insurance for your new converitible today and see how much you can save.The detailed repo Cooking Gadgets rt states that in January 2010 the average price paid for a convertible at auction was just 6,900. This price has already hit 8,000 by April which is a huge increase. Premium convertible prices have seen an even bigger rise, the average premium price has risen a huge 23 percent to 15,525. So if you are an astute buyer you will need to start thinking about hitting the forecourts before the rise starts to happen. Even more savvy people might think about making a small investment which might provide a quick and substantial return. Obviously this rise in price is an average so you cant expect all convertibles to hit a huge rise so research will be needed to make sure you pick the right one. We think that despite the economics of price owning a convertible car would be great fun.

Hire Purchase Agreements

A Hire Purchase agreement (also known as HP) is a popular way to finance your new vehicle in the UK. The following guide should help you see if a HP agreement is suitable for you. A HP agreement involves you paying an initial deposit for a vehicle of your choice, which is then followed by a set of monthly payments (a portion of the money borrowed from the Finance Company, including interest) over an agreed period of time, usually 24-60 months.At the end of the period you will have the option to purchase the vehicle and in some cases you are required to pay a fee. This will be outlined to you in the full terms and conditions of the agreement.Important things to consider when deciding whether an HP agreement is for you;With a Hire Purchas car finance calculator e agreement you don’t legally own the vehicle until you have paid back the full balance, so you cannot modify or sell the vehicle without the lenders permission. Your HP agreement will be with a Finance Company, not a dealership and they will own the vehicle until the final payment is made. You will be liable for any damage caused to the car or van during the period of your Hire Purchase agreement.The finance company can take the vehicle back, if you do not keep up with repayments** From April 2008 – New Hire Purchase agreements will in most cases be covered by the Consumer Credit Act 1974. Please check the full terms and conditions prior to signing the agreement to see what cover you have, as the result of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.