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The Audi TT is a style icon, unmistakeable and hugely desirable. If you planning to buy a used TT make sure you do a through research and know the car cost, engine size, specification etc. It is also worth working out on your car finance and choose the one that best suits your needs.

Know TT Car History

If you are buying a used car, you absolutely must get the used TT Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and have a mechanic inspect the car on a lift. You are about to purchase a used car for thousands of dollars, don’t get stuck with a lemon because you wanted to save a couple of bucks on a used Audi TT history report.

Know the Audi TT Types –

The Audi TT has truly come of age in second-generation form, as there are now coupé and roadster editions along with a choice of petrol or diesel power. Those opting for the former can choose from a 197bhp four-cylinder 2.0 turbocharged unit, as fitted to the VW Golf GTi. However, from summer 2008 there was a beefed-up version of this engine, offering 268bhp; cars fitted with it carry TTS badges. As with the previous TT, there’s also a 3.2-litre V6 petrol option, but something never offered before is a diesel engine. Introduced in summer 2008, the diesel TT features a 2.0TDi engine giving 168bhp and 50mpg.

Audi TT Specifications –

1. Looks of Audi TT
The Audi TT still has a short, curvy stance, with a curvaceous roofline and slightly flared wheel arches. The front features Audi’s trademark grille and a pair of sculpted headlines containing intricate patterns hiding sidelights and indicators.

2. Audi TT Interior
Like every other model in Audi’s current range, it blends Germanic style with tremendous build quality. All models feature 17-inch alloys, a 9-speaker, 140-watt MP3-compatible single CD player, leather/alcantara interior, front sports seats, trip computer, climate control, electrically-operated and heated door mirrors, electric windows and an automatic rear spoiler. The roof is also operated electrically on Roadster models.

3. How practical is the TT?
The boot is surprisingly large for a small coupe, measuring 290 litres; just two litres shy of the ‘Golf coupe’. Space around the cabin is reasonable, and the rear seats provide ample space for luggage without using the boot.

4. Performance of the TT

The Audi TT is fast, whichever engine is chosen. The 2-litre TDi offers 170bhp, but an impressive 258lb/ft of pulling power from 1,750rpm. Read Audi TT review.

Examine the V5 of the used Audi TT. Hold it up to see it has a watermark. Is the car registered to the person selling the car, and at the address you and the car are standing in front of? If not, why not? The car’s number plate must match the document’s registration number. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the V5 should match the number. Also ensure that the car has been tested at some MOT Centre.

Do price comparision on various used Audi TT car models on sale on big Automotive sites online. For

The Honda Jazz is a very cleverly designed super-mini that went on sale in second-generation form towards the end of 2008. Available with a choice of two petrol engines only, the Jazz has carved out a name for itself as a supremely flexible and practical super-mini that is reliable, good to drive, frugal and adaptable thanks to a very neatly designed interior. This article aims to help you purchase the used Honda Jazz car in the most safe and reliable manner.

First, it is important that you get complete information of the car, its specification, model, what’s the car insurance, what accessory you interested in and so on. Here is a quick look at four important Jazz features.

•    Looks –
There’s obvious Civic DNA running through the exterior of the Jazz, especially at the front where the grille is very similar. It has a more chic European look than the typically Japanese original and features funky rear lights surrounding a slick-looking rear end. Its practical nature is best revealed at the sides, where despite the rakish nose, it’s still quite boxy.

•    Accessories –
The interior car accessories include the dials that are clear and easy to read, and there’s a large trip computer in the centre of the speedo. The Jazz is available in four trims: S, SE, ES and EX. The S has all the basics, but you’ll do without alloy wheels or air con – you’ll need to step up to SE for those. ES adds ESP, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, body coloured handles and mirrors, electric retractable mirrors, a fully adjustable steering wheel and the two-tier boot floor. The range-topping EX gets cruise control, glass roof, tinted glass, front fog lamps, arm rests and a USB socket.

•    Performance –
There are two petrol engines on offer in the Jazz, a 89bhp 1.2 and a 99bhp 1.4; the latter available with the option of an automatic gearbox. The 1.2 will reach 62mph in 12.5 seconds, while the 1.4 is a second faster. The automatic reaches the benchmark in 13.5 seconds. Top speeds are all in excess of 110mph.

•    Practicality –
The Jazz’s 366 litre boot (883 with the seats folded) gives a substantial amount away to the Nissan Note. But that’s only part of the story. The Jazz’s clever rear seats fold flat making loading large objects easy, and there’s a low sill. There are plenty of storage spaces in the cabin – two glove-boxes, plenty of big cup holders and a large space in front of the gearstick.

The new Honda Jazz also sees the introduction of what Honda has dubbed the Double Trunk with under-floor storage combining with the regular boot space to accommodate tall, delicate and separated shopping or luggage.

Once you are sure, what model you are buying do a price comparison on various used Honda Jazz cars for sale. Dont jump to the first advertisement, its always recommended to do a through research before deciding the final one.

The Passat is extremely popular in the fleet market, but private buyers are also keen to buy them thanks to residuals which are typically stronger than for more mainstream rivals. It’s not just the financial aspects which are so appealing though; the Passat also has a classy cabin and is great to drive, while it’s generally very reliable too.

While buying any used car, you can get a car that’s almost as good as a brand-new one without paying for the depreciation that wallops new car buyers as soon as they drive the car off the lot. Even cars that are only a year old are 20-30 percent cheaper than brand-new cars. So you have made a smart decision.

Here is a comprehensive guide to the used Passat car buying process.

1. Check the used Passat’s history
You absolutely must get the used VW Passat Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and have a mechanic inspect the car on a lift.

2. Test drive the used Passat
Test-driving a used Volkswagen Passat helps you decide if it is the right car for you and also if this particular car is in good condition. Once you get behind the wheel, ask yourself if it is a good fit for your requirements. Here are few noticeable things about Passat.

•    Exterior Looks –
The most radical part of the Passat’s design are its sides, which feature a curving arch between the front and rear windscreen pillars and give the car its sleek looks. While the front is typically Volkswagen, albeit with a bolder grille and badge, the rear is a new departure for VW, with its unusually-shaped light clusters.

•    Interior Looks & Practicality –
The Passat CC marks a change for Volkswagen, with the trademark blue and red illumination replaced by white lights. The rear houses just two seats, separated by an armrest and storage space, and are very comfortable, and can be heated. The boot measures a useful 532 litres which is impressive, especially as there’s a full-sized spare wheel hidden underneath the carpet.

•    Performance –
The engine options available are three petrol and two diesel engines – a 1.8, 2-litre and 3.6-litre V6 petrol and a pair of 2-litre diesels.

•    Running cost –
Emissions of 153g/km place both diesels in tax band D, which currently costs £144 per year, while emissions of 180, 193 and 242g/km place the petrol engined 1.8, 2-litre and 3.6 in bands E (£170), F (£210) and G (£400) respectively.

•    Safety & Reliability –
It is built with proven technology and should raise little cause for concern. The standard Volkswagen Passat scored a full five star rating for adult occupant protection in the EuroNCAP crash tests. Standard safety equipment includes ABS with brake assist and brake force distribution, driver, passenger, front side and curtain airbags, ESP and whiplash reducing headrests.

3. Used VW Passat Valuation
The value of a used Volkswagen Passat is based on its condition, mileage, reliability, performance and popularity.

4. Visiting the seller
Always visit the seller at their home address. If possible, make this appointment during the day so you can see the car in the daylight and more accurately determine its condition.

5. Documents to check
Don’t buy the used Passat without a V5 (registration document or log book). Check that the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) quoted on the V5 matches those on the MOT certificate and the Passat car: look at the VIN plate on the engine, on the chassis – usually under the carpet to the right of the driver’s seat – and any numbers etched on the windows.

6. Coming to a decision
Before making the final decision, make sure you have done price comparison of various used Volkswagen Passat models available .  Auto Trader has around 3,977 used Volkswagen Passat cars for sale when I searched locally.

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