New car nightmares
If you are buying your first car, or looking to buy your child their first automobile after they pass their driving test, then this can be a difficult time. If it is for you, you will be worrying about the cost of the car, and the style, but if you are a parent buying, then you will be more concerned about the safety of the vehicle.
Both factors are important, and nowadays you can get cars cheaply in good condition. Shop around on sites that offer lots of used cars, as this way you can compare the costs and see the relative market price, so not to pay over the odds.
If you are looking at safety aspects, a good idea is to choose a reputable make of car, as you tend to hear about problems with these quickly. Another point to consider is the other cars on the road. If your child will be driving on the motorway regularly, consider buying a larger car so they don’t feel overwhelmed by the amount of larger cars and Lorries on the roads. If they will be minimising their road use to the city, then smaller cars are advisable, as they can drive around safely, minimising emissions and being able to park quickly and easily.
There are some good impartial car experts on the internet that can help with choosing, so make sure that you research the possibilities first before committing to anything. If you are buying a used car privately, make sure that you take the car for a test drive to try the brakes etc, and that the car has a full service history.
Make sure you buy your Car Insurance online to save pennies.