Category: Car Buying Tips

Nowadays, there are plenty of investment options to help your money grow, whether on a short-term or long-term basis. One that’s growing in popularity with many investors today are classic cars. This is because they have proven to yield high returns in the long run. If this is something that interests you, whether you’re a … Continue reading Classic Car Investment: A Guide

Buying a new car is not your typical everyday purchase because it requires a handsome sum of money. Even the cheapest hatchback today, the 2019 Mitsubishi Mirage, will cost you almost $14,000. If you ‘re not rolling in dough but want (or need) to own a car, then saving up some money for it first … Continue reading Tips on How to Save Up for A New Car

When hunting for a used car, most people are placing costs and appearance of the car at the top of their list. Unfortunately this same group are placing safety factors much lower on their list (if considering it at all). It goes without saying that this should not be the case. No matter if you’re … Continue reading Tips For Finding A Used Car That’s Safe

The 2019 financial year is ending. If you’ve been waiting for a good time to purchase a new vehicle, then this is it. Buying a car this winter, just before tax time is your best chance to get some fantastic deals. There are two main reasons behind this: First, the automotive market in Australia did … Continue reading Buying A Car Before Tax Time

Good news for small business owners! You can now claim your new car’s purchase cost against your tax. That’s right. The Australian government has recently declared that small businesses can still get the instant asset tax write off for a maximum of $30,000. The tax write-off amount has increased from the previous limit of $20,000, … Continue reading Businesses: Claim the Instant Asset Tax Write Off

First time car buyers, here’s the most important things you need to consider about financing: your credit score. Banks and lenders refer to a person’s credit score to determine the risk of giving loans. If you want financing to purchase a vehicle, then you need to know the score required for a car loan and … Continue reading Credit Score Required for a Car Loan

People shopping for a car are often torn between a brand new and a used vehicle, although a used vehicle is usually the cheaper option. However, everybody forgets about the third option, which is an ex-demonstrator vehicle. This is the best of both worlds, an almost brand new car with a nice discount on top. … Continue reading Pros & Cons of Buying an Ex-Demonstrator Vehicle

If you are looking to buy a good vehicle but do not want to spend too much? Then going for a used car might be your best option. The Australian used car market is loaded with quality pre-owned and repossessed vehicles that will suit any budget! Just remember to exercise caution when shopping in dealerships … Continue reading Buying A Used Car? Learn Its Real History First

“Only two things are certain in life…” or so the quote goes. One of them is taxes. But when you’re purchasing a car, there’s another inescapable fee to face: it’s called Stamp Duty, and it’s applicable in all Australian states and territories. What is Stamp Duty? Stamp Duty is a government tax for motor vehicles. … Continue reading Stamp Duty Explained