Change the way you think about car-buying to acquire a premium model – after someone else has paid the cost of depreciation, says Chris Menon
Few cars illustrate the bangernomics argument more clearly than the 3-Series. With a budget of £15,000, the seventhgeneration model becomes accessible; not simply a few lower-specification models but in meaningful numbers. You’re...
For decades, the practice of “bangernomics” has followed a simple logic: buy old, cheap used cars and run them into the ground, avoiding depreciation and costly finance, even if it means accepting some risks regarding maintenance and repairs.
Value is not only about purchase price; some of it resides in peace of mind. The NX from Toyota’s Lexus premium brand brings a level of reassurance that few rivals can match. Factor in hybrid power, strong reliability credentials and a...
This is where the effects of depreciation become most striking. The E-Class Estate was, not long ago, a £40,000-£50,000 car, large, refined and genuinely luxurious. At £15,000, that same sense of comfort and engineering integrity remains...
The X3 combines the familiar BMW driving experience with greater space, ride height and everyday usability. Crucially, it retains much of the engagement of the 3-Series saloon. At this price, there is a broad selection of wellmaintained...
