tailieunhanh - Your guide to...Buying your first car

If the axles don’t fit the wheels, you’ll need to do some adjusting. If the axles are too big (in diameter), try sharpening the ends in a pencil sharpener and jamming them through the wheel opening. Once the wheel is centered on the axle, add a drop of hot glue to hold it in place. If the axles are too small for the wheels—a common problem if you’re substitut- ing CDs for wooden wheels—you can add an insert or attachment to the wheel. Use lids from milk cartons or small wooden wheels to hold the axles. Then tape the lids or small wheels to the CD. Spin. | Buying your first car TSA consumer direct . uk I 084540405 061 clear practical consumer advice I funded by government Buying a car is a big decision. It can be exciting confusing and costly. The information in this leaflet has been put together by Trading Standards professionals and Consumer Direct to help you make the right choices. Buying a car is often one of the BIGGEST purchases you can make and it is not only the cost of the car but all the other expense that comes with it like the repairs insurance tax and fuel that you need to think about. Our easy to use guide is designed to give you a starting point on what to look for when choosing your car. Whether it is a second hand car from your local paper or a car from a garage or auction make sure you know your rights. By spending a little more time now you could save a lot more money Before you buy the car Did you know that the following factors can affect your rights when buying a car - regardless if it is new or used How you pay for the car . cash credit card finance etc Where you buy your car from The cost of the car and how much you pay This can be a bit confusing so you can call the Consumer Direct helpline that works in partnership with Trading Standards to ask us questions about your individual circumstances. Consumer Direct can advise on what to watch out for buying a car from an auction from a car dealer over the internet from a private seller and what to look for to make sure the car you are buying isn t stolen or has got outstanding finance on it. Consumer Direct s number is listed later in the guide. How much should I be paying for the car I want By looking at a number sources for the car you want you will start to get a feel for the price - so don t go for the first one you like shop around There are a number of pricing guides that will give you a better idea of the value of a car based on its age and mileage. Glass s Parkers guide free .