Google+ is Google’s social media platform that was set up to rival Facebook, Twitter et al. I am sure that almost everyone has heard of it but what we find (certainly in the UK) is that people don’t quite understand where it sits. Continue reading
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Car Insurance Made Easy

Accessing the right car insurance quote can be time-consuming and confusing; getting it wrong can be costly and stressful. At VCARS.co.uk, we’re all about making your next car purchase as easy as possible. So, we thought we’d arm you with everything you need to know to make your next car insurance phone call as easy as possible. Understanding exactly how car insurance premiums are calculated can save you time, money and sanity. Continue reading
Guide To Part Exchange
Going into a dealership to part exchange your existing vehicle strikes the average driver with unbridled dread.
What is the true value of my car? What if I undersell my car? What if I look stupid and don’t know the answer to the dealer’s questions? What if I don’t really know what car I want? How does the status of tax and MOT affect the price? Should I get the glove compartment fixed? etc… The questions are pretty much endless.
All those questions can lead drivers feeling a little paralysed – they avoid part exchange and instead go through all the hassle of selling their car privately, then going back to the dealership to buy their next car. What if you had all the information you needed to make a choice? To walk into a dealership armed with all the knowledge you’d need to have an informed discussion about your next car purchase? Be nice, wouldn’t it? Here’s a few things you need to know when you’re part exchanging: Continue reading
25-Point Plan to Inspecting a Used Car

VCARS 25-Point Car Inspection Plan
While we know that using VCARS.co.uk offers confidence, peace of mind and a guarantee of service excellence, we understand that buying a used car can be daunting – particularly for those without a mechanic background. There are, however, ways to spot tell-tale signs of trouble, especially when buying from a non-VCARS.co.uk accredited dealer or a private seller. Continue reading
Winter Driving? Pick Up STICKS

Before you can say ‘there’s a brass monkey crying out there’, winter will have unfurled its icy coat and with it caused havoc on British roads. While we’re due a relatively mild winter (the last three have been horrendous) there’s no excuse for not taking precautions ahead of the inevitable cold snap. Here is VCARS handy guide to driving in winter which, to help you remember, we’re calling Pick Up STICKS! Continue reading
Money and Cars

At VCARS.co.uk, we want to make buying a used car as enjoyable and easy as possible. We are aiming to take as much of the guesswork out of buying a used car – in fact, we’re aiming to take out all of the fuss. Read the answers to these four question and you’ll feel more relaxed and informed about your next car purchase (hopefully from VCARS.co.uk)
VCARS Guide to Buying a Used Car
Buying a used car can be a daunting experience, especially if it’s your first time. In this guide we are going to give you some advice that we have gathered from our experience and the experience of our trusted dealers.