When it comes to buying a used car in South Africa, you’re faced with a major decision: Should you buy from a dealership or go through a private seller? Each option has its own advantages and drawbacks, and understanding these can help you make the best choice for your needs….
Category: Financing Advice
After insights and help for financing your used car? This category offers financing advice for everything from insurance types, car deposits, financing tips and tricks, and more.

Used Car Warranty: What Does It Cover?
Purchasing a used car often involves evaluating the risk versus the reward, and one key factor that can influence this balance is the warranty. A warranty can provide peace of mind by covering unexpected repair costs. However, understanding what is covered and what isn’t can be a bit complex, especially…

Harnessing the Power of Direct Deposits: Capitalisation in Used Car Financing
The journey of used car financing is a winding road, filled with terminologies that might initially seem daunting. A little known aspect of capitalisation comes to light when we talk about direct deposits made on the capital amount of a used vehicle. This strategy, often overlooked and vastly underutilised, can…

To Deposit or Not To Deposit: Making Smart Decisions in Used Car Financing
For many South Africans, purchasing a used car is a significant financial decision, often requiring careful thought and strategic planning. A crucial part of this process is deciding whether to put down a deposit when buying a used car. This decision has far-reaching implications, affecting everything from your monthly repayments…

The Age-Old Question: New vs. Used
In the automotive marketplace, the debate between buying new vs. used cars has been a prevalent discussion point ever since the invention of the automobile. We look at both sides of the argument.

All you need to know about Balloon Payments [A Guideline]
This article investigates balloon payments used in vehicle finance schemes and how to circumvent the problem of repaying large lump sums every 5 or more years.

Buying a Used Car for the New Year
In this article, we’d like to arm you with tips and tricks to narrow your car search and simplify the buying process.

Tips for buying your next used car
If you are looking to buy a used car, these are the best tips to make it a stress-free and fun buying experience.