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Pick out the car you want to reserve and choose what steps you want to complete – either in-person or online.

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Save time at the dealership by doing more online. No matter whether it's day or night, you can reserve whenever and wherever you'd like.

Your peace of mind

With a free vehicle history check and a data guarantee covering losses up to £30,000 with every reservation, we've got you covered.

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Includes our data guarantee covers you for losses up to £30,000

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Let's do this your way

Build your deal online, with the option to add a few extra bits. Or, simply skip these steps and head straight to reserve.

Part exchange if it helps

Get an accurate part exchange valuation powered by us. Just answer a few questions, add it to your deal and never be without your car.

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Choose finance if it's right

Spread the cost with monthly payments that fit your budget. Or pay in one go with your savings or a personal loan.

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Decide how to get your car

How to get your new car is up to you. Some sellers offer delivery, some offer collection and some offer both.

Reserve online with Autotrader

Secure your dream car with a refundable £99, so no one else can swoop in and buy it. If you reserve, you'll also get a free vehicle history check to make sure everything's as it should be.

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Your questions answered

What is a vehicle check?

Whenever you reserve a vehicle on Autotrader, we provide a free vehicle check to give you peace of mind before you decide to buy. A vehicle check is a document that shows the history of a vehicle. It includes information like: The number of previous owners, The date of first registration, Mileage details. This information is gathered from various sources, including police databases, the DVLA, insurance companies and finance houses.

What is a data guarantee?

The vehicle check you get with a reservation aims to ensure that all the data supplied to you is accurate. However, it is possible that some information may be out-of-date or incorrect. Our data guarantee covers you against any losses if the data in your vehicle history check is incorrect or incomplete. You'll be covered up to £30,000, or the purchase price of the vehicle (whichever is lower), for two years.

How does car home delivery work?

Where home delivery is available, you'll see our 'home delivery' icon on the advert. You'll typically arrange the delivery date and time with the dealership. Note some dealerships may charge extra for home delivery, so check before you commit. When the car arrives, give it a proper inspection before you sign and make sure the car is as described.

Can I go for a test drive?

You may be able to arrange a test drive with the dealership before you buy, check with them to confirm. If the car is delivered, and you never got a chance to see it, then you should be covered by the Consumer Contracts Regulations – which give you the right to cancel or return your vehicle within 14 days.

How do online refunds and returns work?

You are protected by UK law and regulations, which we cover in our top-level guide to your rights. Check free, impartial sites like Citizen's Advice or the Money Advice Service for full guidance on your rights should you need to return a car or make a refund.

Is it safe to buy a car online?

We'd advise you to follow the same safety precautions when shopping online as you do in person. Do your research into the vehicle and the seller, check the documents, and get a vehicle history check. When doing anything online, you should keep your computer and security software up to date, use strong passwords, and check twice if anything looks too good to be true.

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