Check there's a spare key and a handbook pack. Inspect the car thoroughly before you do the deal. Go for the supermarkets with the biggest newspaper ads. They have a reputation to protect. Back to Top Importers Importers, a new breed of car entrepreneur, bring back cheaper new cars from mainland Europe.
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Some offer substantial savings on conventional list prices, but most won't provide after sales packages and rely on franchised dealers to carry out warranty work. Buying from an importer can give you a price advantage, but you'll be at the mercy of a franchised dealer if anything goes wrong and dealers don't like working on imported cars. As long as you're prepared to sort out any after sales headaches yourself, importers are fine but if you prefer a bedside manner, you'd be better buying fom someone else. Do not pay an importer the whole price up front. Understand that once you've bought the car, you're on your own.