Secondhand Motor Dealers Shamed

Secondhand Motor Dealers Shamed
Secondhand Car Dealers Shamed by OFT
BBC News website 18.03.2010
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A damning verdict on the UK's £24bn secondhand car market has been published by the fair trading watchdog.

One in five of the 3.6 million people buying a secondhand car from a dealer each year experienced a problem, the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) said.

But, following a nine-month study of the market, it decided existing laws were sufficient to clean up the sector. The industry said car buyers should ensure they use a reputable garage that is a member of a trade association.

This was reported today by Kevin Peachey on the BBC News Website. To view the full article please follow this link>>>
 
Why buy an Approved Used Honda from Barretts Honda??

Buying your next new Honda is an exciting experience. You will be benefiting from our legendary reliability and be assured that your car is prepared to the highest standards by Honda trained technicians and supported by a full Honda guarantee.

Honda cars offer exceptional long-term value, technical innovation, distinctive looks and character. You will also be able to choose from a range of bespoke service packages to keep your car as good as new. With 200 dealers nationwide the network ensures outstanding customer service at your convenience.

When you buy your Approved used Honda you will receive the added benefits of:

• Complimentary 7-day drive-away insurance - an optional service that starts the second you leave the dealership. This means you can enjoy driving your Honda immediately, safe in the knowledge that we’ve got everything covered.
• A range of financial solutions - to help you buy the car of your dreams, we can provide flexible finance options that are tailored to your personal requirements.
• 12-month Honda Happiness guarantee - we don't rely on third parties: your guarantee is provided by Honda, just like a new car. It also includes roadside assistance anywhere in the UK and Europe – we even cover punctures and flat batteries. You also have the option to extend your guarantee at the end of 12 months. If you buy a used Honda from Barretts Honda before 30th April we will provide 36 months warranty Free-of-Charge.
• Rigorous checking and preparation - our Honda ‘Multipoint’ check, carried out by Honda trained technicians, ensures that your new car meets our high quality standards. Our multi-point includes lighting equipment and instruments, steering and suspension, brakes, and even body work. Your car will also undergo a detailed engine check and a thorough road test for your safety and satisfaction. 
• Finally, your car goes through an in-depth valet and polish so that it’s fully prepared when you come to drive it away.
• Assured vehicle history - your Approved used Honda is comprehensively checked to confirm; previous ownership, any outstanding finance has been settled, has incurred no major accident damage, and any registration number change are noted. You will be provided with certification on delivery of your vehicle.
• Mileage certification - any vehicle which has not been owned and used by Honda UK or our Dealer Network will have the mileage checked against previous history, including writing to previous owners to ensure that there are no mileage irregularities. You will be provided with certification on delivery of your vehicle.
• MOT FOR LIFE - all the time you keep the car and continue to have it maintained with Barretts Honda you will never pay for another MOT Test again on that car*. 
• 30-day exchange policy - your new Honda approved used car has been subject to rigorous Multi Point Pre Sales check to give you the assurance that you are purchasing an unrivalled quality car, however, we undertake that, should any mechanical or electrical defect occur within the first 30 days or 1000 miles of your ownership which cannot be rectified by an authorised Honda dealer, and providing that the car is in the same condition when purchased then your supplying dealer will exchange it for another of equivalent or greater value.

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*any further costs arising from the MOT Test are not covered by Barretts Honda.