Expert advise on pre-owned vehicles in South Africa
Updated | By Breakfast with Martin Bester
The second-hand
car industry is booming but how do you make the right decision?
Mit-Mak Motors changes the way people buy used cars because at Mit-Mak Motors, you can browse and buy any of their cars online and have it delivered to your door in as little as 72 hours anywhere in South Africa.
Mit-Mak Motors only buy the best cars on the market and sell you the best! However, what are the things you need to know about a used vehicle?
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Bobby from Mitmak Motors joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to share tips and tricks and pitfalls when purchasing or selling a second-hand vehicle.
What makes a vehicle’s value higher? Bobby believes a vehicle with nearly twice the milage would sell quicker if it has a sunroof, new tyres, and is well maintained.
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WHAT VEHICLE DO YOU BUY IF:
You are young and have R300 000 – R400 000 to spend...
- 1.20 Diesel BMW
- Polo GTi
If you just started your family and you’re settled in your job. What car do you buy?
- C-Class
- Ford Kuga
40’s, two kids and you need more space (SUV, Double cab)
- Ford Everest (good ground clearance, excellent value for money)
The last car you’re buying
- Any Toyota product e.g a Fortuner
Check out all Bobby's tips below and tune in to the 'Breakfast with Martin Bester', weekdays from 06:00 - 09:00. Stream the show live here or download our mobile app here.
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