Apr
17

Tips to drive more economically

Maintaining a car can sometimes be quite expensive. Why not save costs on the things you can control?

When you buy a repossessed car it will already save you some money. Here are some more basic tips you can use to save even more after buying a repossessed vehicle.

1. Make sure that your tyre pressure is correct according to your car’s specs.

When your tyres are under-inflated, more resistance will be created and you will use more fuel. Furthermore, your tyres will get worn out more easily which means that you will have to replace tyres more often. This can also become a safety risk. Ask to have your tyres checked every time you fill up.

2. Only use your air conditioner when it is absolutely necessary.

Driving with your windows down is more fuel efficient than driving with the air conditioner on. You can save even more fuel by driving without the air conditioner and your windows up.

3. Changing gears on 2500rpm for a petrol vehicle and 2000rpm for a diesel vehicle.

This will reduce your fuel consumption. It will also protect your transmission and reduce the CO2 emissions!

When making use of these tips, you will save even more money on top of buying a repossessed vehicle. Be sure to try these and see the difference for yourself.

Apr
03

Aspects to consider when deciding on motor finance

The interest rate remains unchanged again. That means that it is a good time to buy yourself a repossessed car.

However, you need to make reasonable decisions regarding financing for a repossessed vehicle. Some good guidelines in order to buy a repossessed vehicle include:

1. Buffer

Make sure there is a buffer in place. Do not use all the money you earn from your salary. This is done incase the interest rate increases, and will help you to repay your vehicle financing in such a case.

2. Vehicle costs

These expenses include maintenance, fuel and insurance. Will you be able to pay for new tyres when needed? Also make sure of repair- and service costs on cars, since many people are sometimes caught off guard with the affordability of parts.

3. Clean credit record

Pay your creditors on time, as this will help you to get a better interest rate when applying for vehicle finance. The lower the interest rate, the less you will need to repay the bank monthly.

When visiting www.mycars.co.za and searching for repossessed vehicles, keep these guidelines in mind. They will help you to make logical decisions regarding vehicle finance and affordability.

Mar
27

Why you should be a car owner

Everybody needs to be a car owner at some point or another. There are many advantages when you own your own car instead of borrowing one from someone else.

Owning your own car will give you some peace of mind, knowing it is yours and you can do with it whatever you want. Here are some more good reasons for owning you own car:

1. Security: Imagine having a car of your own with which you can return home after a day’s hard work. This is a much better option than taking the bus or taxi.

2. Freedom: When you have your own car, you can come and go as you please. No more asking for permission to borrow someone else’s car, nor waiting for the bus or taxi!

3. Good for you self image:  As soon as you have your own car, you will feel much better about yourself. Some say that man’s pride is directly proportional to the car he drives.

It makes sense to buy yourself a repossessed car on auction since they are usually being sold for less than their market value. Furthermore, you do not need to get permission if you want to do any alterations to your car.

Mar
19

Benefits when buying a repossessed car

There are many benefits when buying a repossessed car on auction. Although some people say that buying a repossessed car is a risk, it does not carry a big risk when buying on auction.

First of all, there is a wide variety of vehicles to choose from, with different prices and sizes. Secondly, chances are that you are going to get a car for a great price and in good condition are good.

Although you may not have any knowledge of where the car was before you bought it, the benefits of repossessed cars outweigh that by far. Here are some benefits when buying a repossessed car on auction:

1. When buying a new car, the value of the car falls as soon as you drive it off the showroom floor. With repossessed cars, that value has already taken the plunge and it loses value more slowly.

2. Depending on the brand, you save a lot of money on a repossessed car. Some brands lose value faster than other brands.

3. When buying a relatively “new” repossessed car, the factory warranty will still be in use.

4. If you are looking for a specific car and keeping a thorough eye on the MyCars website, it is bound to make its appearance.

5. The repossessed cars are often sold for much less than they are worth, giving you great value for money.

As you can see, there are many benefits involved when buying a repossessed vehicle. Can you really say “no” to all these benefits?

Feb
17

Repossessed vehicles – exactly what are they?

Got an idea what a repossessed vehicle is, but do not have the bigger picture? You can clearly get a picture of what repossessed vehicles are all about at www.mycars.co.za, but the underlying process will be discussed here.

A repossessed vehicle is a cancelled vehicle financing loan. The borrower signed an agreement when the vehicle financing loan was allocated to him/her, wherein the repayments were stipulated. Failing numerous times to comply with the agreement will result in repossession.

The banks always attempt to assist home owners in order to avoid repossession of a vehicle. The borrower will first receive legal notices that will request him/her to make a payment. Should the borrower not be able to pay the outstanding amount, only then the vehicle will be foreclosed and be auctioned. Arrangements for payment can also be made by home owners.

Go see for yourself on www.mycars.co.za all the repossessed vehicles listed. These will all be sold on an online auction. Can you afford to not go and peek?

Feb
17

Bank repossessed vehicles on auction

Want to buy a bank repossessed vehicle, but do not have the time to go to auctions? With our website, you can look at bank repossessed vehicles whenever you have time, and can be viewed online at www.mycars.co.za.

We give you the opportunity to buy repossessed vehicles online direct from the bank. The advantage of this is that you can do it from the comfort of your own home. This means that you do not need to drive somewhere in order to see the repossessed car. This is good news for those who have a busy schedule and need to multitask day-in and day-out, since the website is always available.

Furthermore, there are pictures listed of the repossessed cars as well as all the necessary information needed to make a decision.

You simply go to www.mycars.co.za, browse for the vehicle you would be interested in, and make an online offer. Be sure to know exactly what you have in mind, since there are many repossessed vehicles listed on this website. Knowing what you are looking for will make the browsing process much simpler.

This is the new trend in order to get involved in an auction, and it is less tiring and stressful. Would you consider bidding on an online auction?

Feb
17

Establishing a good track record before applying for vehicle finance

Want to buy a repossessed vehicle on auction, but afraid you will not qualify for vehicle financing? Here are some basic tips you can follow in order to get a good credit track record.

Establish a good credit score: Without you even knowing it, your bank is keeping an eye on your payments and non-payments. These are being recorded, which make up your credit score.

Do not exceed your repayment limits: The bank will establish what percentage of your salary you can spend per month, ensuring that there are sufficient funds in case the interest rate rises.

Save for a sufficient deposit: The bigger deposit you can guarantee the bank, the better chance you have of that vehicle finance being granted.

Avoid preventable debt: This is the most important factor. Pay your current debt off as soon as possible, and avoid more debt.

To view repossessed vehicles on auction, visit www.mycars.co.za. The perfect car for your needs is listed there. Feel like getting rid of that extra debt?

Feb
17

Getting the best out of repossessed vehicle auctions

Interested in buying a repossessed vehicle on auction, but want to know how to get the best out of the deal? Here is what you can do to make the process go smoother, and what you can expect.

There are some things you need to consider, however. First of all, get the appropriate finance in place before bidding on an auction. This will speed up the process significantly as well as give you an indication of how much you can spend. Then, do your online research on www.mycars.co.za to determine the type of vehicles you will be interested in. Since you have your own, unique idea of what a car should be, how fast it should go and what trimmings you are interested in, only you will be able to decide this. Luckily there are many repossessed vehicles to choose from. Lastly, make sure that you are prepared and know how much you will spend with all the costs involved. This will include the selling price, deposit and alterations if you want some done.

Make use of our website to view the listed vehicles we offer you. Then all that’s left is for you is to jump into your newly bought repossessed car and take it for a spin!

Nov
16

Expectations when buying a repossessed vehicle on auction

When buying a repossessed vehicle on auction, you need to consider what features you want in your car. There are many repossessed vehicles listed, which can be viewed at www.mycars.co.za.

When you are planning on buying a repossessed vehicle on auction, you have indirectly made the decision of getting more car for less money. Some of the pros when buying a repossessed vehicle include :

1. You are most likely going to get more value for your money when buying a repossessed vehicle.

2. Pre-owned cars are cheaper because they have already decreased in value.

Some deals may offer you even more than these pros listed. You also need to consider what you want to use the vehicle for – do you want to use it for private use or for business use.

When repossessing a vehicle, the Banks will only do so when they have no other alternative and as a last resort. They will rather try to recover only the amount on the outstanding vehicle loan.

To view repossessed vehicles, visit www.mycars.co.za. The vehicle that will suit your specific need is only a click away.

Nov
16

Online car auctions

Do you need a good, second hand car, but simply do not have the time to go to dealerships to see what is available? You can search for good, second hand cars online at www.mycars.co.za. What is more, they go for well-below market value, since they are sold on an online auction.

When you have limited time in a day, but need a second hand car, you can easily do everything from the comfort of your own home. The MyCars website is very user-friendly and easily accessible. All the cars listed have a description with it, adequate photos, the amount the Bank want for the car, and the remaining time of each auction. The highest bid (marked HB) is also visible. There is no need for you to go from dealership to dealership in order to search for a vehicle or get everything done.

There are many repossessed cars listed on www.mycars.co.za, from different price ranges as well as different makes. The site is regularly updated since these cars are sold very quickly. It is worthwhile to buy a car on auction, since they go for less. Furthermore, you do not have the worries and stress you will have when going to a live auction.

Now that you know exactly what MyCars can offer you, don’t you think it is time to explore your possibilities with our online auctions?

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