If you clicked on this blog, you’re probably wondering whether your car is one of the fastest-selling vehicles in SA or whether the vehicle you want to buy is among the country’s most desirable rides. You’ve come to the right place. In South Africa’s dynamic automotive market, certain vehicles consistently stand out for their rapid...
Whether you’re moving overseas for an exciting employment opportunity, looking to better your family’s prospects, or temporarily studying abroad, selling your car may be the last thing on your mind. With piles of paperwork, many goodbyes and boxes to pack, driving from dealership to dealership in search of the best deal is not your kind...
Being placed in a situation where you must sell a damaged car is less than ideal, especially when uninsured. Add to that the stress of recovering from an accident, weighing up the cost of repairs and sorting through paperwork can make it seem overly cumbersome. Let’s begin with the basic questions: ‘What paperwork do I...
Sitting with a poor credit score and piles of debt is no way to live. And having an accident-damaged or non-running vehicle that’s financed on your hands can place an extra unnecessary burden on your back. One of your options moving forward may be selling your damaged car, opening up more opportunities to crunch down...
Selling a vehicle is usually a simple, straightforward and easy process, but what happens when you want to sell a financed car? This is a common spanner in the works for South Africans; most of whom cannot afford to purchase a car without finance. The good news is that there are a few options for...
Your car is damaged – be that mechanical issues, electrical damage to the internal workings of the car or dented bodywork as a result of an accident. While the vehicle can still transport you from A to B, it may not be in a roadworthy condition. This poses a problem for your personal safety (and...
Have you ever driven past a car with a smashed bumper or missing door and wondered where these unlucky cars end up? They don’t all end up on a scrap heap! A salvage car dealer or damaged car buyer is an important part of the ecosystem that helps drivers of written-off cars recoup some of...
A weak rand, high repo rate, rising fuel costs and an unknown political future all create a worrying place to conduct trade. Whether it be a major transaction (like listing your house for sale), or a small one (like going on holiday), South Africans are always looking for ways to get the best bang for...
Owning a damaged, smashed, or non-running car can become a financial and emotional worry—especially if you’re uninsured. Will you find room to store the vehicle? How much will the repair bills add up to? Is it still safe to drive a wrecked vehicle? The decision to sell a damaged car is complex and requires a...
We all know the frustration of a surprise car repair bill. But sometimes, our driving habits can be the culprit behind those unexpected costs. Certain manoeuvres, while seemingly harmless in the moment, can lead to premature wear and tear on your vehicle. Here are a few sneaky habits that might be damaging your car: Clutch...