Why cars in Ireland are so expensive - Georgesons - Blog

If you live in Ireland, you might have already realised that car prices are amongst the highest in the whole of Europe, meaning being a driver is an expensive business.

When it comes to taxes, insurance, and driving fees, motorists have continuously been charged high prices by garages, councils, and the Government! This means that getting on the road and staying there in Ireland can account for a hefty proportion of your annual income.

And it’s not just the cost of being on the road, car prices in Ireland are also amongst the highest in Europe, especially when it comes to prestige brands such as Mercedes, BMW, and Audi. This has forced many drivers to look elsewhere to purchase their vehicles, with many buyers saving more than £5000 on car imports.

But how can you take advantage of cheap cars in the UK?

Year old cars are much cheaper than new cars

Although many of us like the idea of driving home in a brand new car, the second you drive it off the forecourt it will depreciate in value.

But that’s not all. Once you’ve racked up only 10,000 miles, a new vehicle will reduce in value by as much as 12%. With this in mind, it certainly pays to choose a year old model if you’re looking to dramatically slash your upfront costs.

The best time to buy a car in the UK

In the UK, there are certain times of the year where you will be able to benefit from a better deal on your car of choice.

For example, the end of March, June, September and December are the best times to purchase your new car as, during this time, dealers work hard to meet their quarterly sales targets and so are more likely to negotiate on prices than any other time of the year.

Know what you are looking for

Before you begin your car search in the UK, you should know exactly what you’re looking for, as this will give you the best chance of leaving with a car that meets your lifestyle needs.

For example, if you’re looking for a family car, there will be certain requirements that should be on your wish list. So, before you embark on your car shopping trip, ask yourself what your essential requirements are, what do you need your car to do? Do you need your car for short or long commutes? All of these factors will influence the car that is right for you.

How much will your new car cost?

There’s no point purchasing your dream car, if you cannot afford to run it. With this in mind, you should spend some time comparing different models, checking insurance costs, fuel costs and tax payments.

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