Will the Scrappage scheme that offers buyers £2000 be extended?
Scrappage Scheme UK
The UK Goverment scrappage scheme that offers £2000 towards a new car or van was announced in the 2009 Budget. Any car over ten years old which meets the requirements is eligible for scrapping – and the owner will receive £1,000 from the government and £1,000 from the manufacturer towards the cost of their new vehicle.
Now that attracted huge bunch of motorists wanting to get their old car scrapped. Funding for the scrappage scheme uk could end up in August if the rate of 3,181 sales per day continues. Some of the European countries offering the scheme include Austria, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Romania and Spain. The amount they offer and the requiremnt for scrappage differes from country to country. However, it was a huge hit in Germany.
Range of manufacturers have extended their support for the scrappage scheme extension. Here is what they told Autotrader.
Hyundai (Scrappage sales: around 9,000)
Tom Barnard, PR Manager for Hyundai, said: “Our feeling is since the government is making profit on new cars over £7,600 sold under the scheme, we would be very surprised if they didn’t extend it.”
Check the Hyundai Scrappage Deals and eligibility.
Toyota (Scrappage sales: around 5,500)
A spokesperson for Toyota said: “Toyota is pleased to see the success of the scrappage scheme and welcomes any continuing support for the industry which will help increase sales.”
Ford (Scrappage sales: over 3,000)
Ford’s News Manager Oliver Rowe said: “We are pleased with how the scrappage scheme is going, but it’s been an administrative challenge. “We’re getting up to speed with it right now, rather than focusing on it slowing down.”
Other manufacturers have also extended their support for scrappage extension. Read more…
Check out the other manufacturers like Alfa Romeo scrappage scheme deals or Vauxhall scrappage scheme deals on Auto Trader.
If you want to check whether your can can be eligible for the scrappage scheme, check the complete scrappage guide on Auto Trader.
BMW Z4 2.0 litre is the cheapest roadster in its market.
BMW 2.0-litre version of its Z4 roadster price starts around £23,000.
This undercuts its main rival, the Mercedes SLK roadster, whose base model costs from £27,470.
This model is powered by a 150bhp unit and is capable of 0-62mph in 8.2sec and a top speed of 136mph.
Standard features on the base 2.0-litre Z4 include 16-inch alloy wheels, stability control and air-conditioning. An SE pack adds an automatically folding roof, front fog lamps, heated door mirrors and an on-board computer.
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Most searched used Vauxhall cars in Auto Trader Search
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Used Vauxhall Astra (1,653,648)
UK motorists have bought two million Vauxhall Astras since the model hit our streets in 1980. The Vauxhall Astra is a spacious and practical small family car. The latest model, introduced in 2004, is the fifth Astra since the start of its production. It sports a larger interior than previous versions, with lots of kit providing an up market look and feel. The Astra’s wide range of petrol engines and good choice of diesels make it a very popular car in the market. The three-door Sport Hatch variant has the option of an innovative and attractive panoramic windscreen, which gives the Astra a whole new driving experience.
Used Vauxhall Corsa – (1,478,409)
The Vauxhall Corsa has been a hit since its launch way back in 1993 thanks to a blend of practicality and low running costs.The fact it’s the car of choice for thousands of driving instructors is testament to its ability as an easy-to-drive supermini. The latest model is also more fun to drive than its predecessors, with remarkably low running costs.
Used Vauxhall Vectra (898,175)
The Vauxhall Vectra is a British institution, and one of the most common sights on our roads. But as a popular choice for fleets, many owners drive a Vectra out of obligation not choice. We drive one for a week, all over the UK, and decide if the venerable Vauxhall provides a good deal and stacks up against tough competition for the private buyer.
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Used BMW 3 series – (2,993,016)
Often it takes top spot, but this month the BMW 3 Series was searched for just a few thousand times less than the Volkswagen Golf. The BMW 3 series is constant hit thanks to its long standing pedigree and desirability. It has a reputation for its fine handling and engines, and it’s one of the only rear-wheel-drive cars in the class. – More Used BMW Cars
Used BMW X5 – (478,691)
The hottest off-roader according to your searching is the BMW X5, followed by a trio of Land Rovers, the Range Rover, Freelander and Discovery. The BMW X5 blew the opposition out of the water in 2000 when BMW turned their hand to the four-wheel-drive market with remarkable success. BMW realised most people don’t go ‘mud plugging’, so they honed the BMW X5 to feel great on the road while offering the space and stature of a premium SUV.
Used BMW 5 Series (1,089,552)
It seems you can’t get enough of the Munich carmaker, and the BMW 5 Series is the most searched for executive car, with more than one million searches in March. The styling of the BMW 5-Series was controversial when it was launched, but its sharp-edged look has been a massive success and now it’s a style been adopted for the rest of the BMW range.
Used BMW Z3 (252,852)
The BMW Z3 was launched in 1996 at a time when Mercedes was launching its SLK coupé-cabriolet and shortly before Audi launched its TT, which was initially offered in coupé form only. Porsche was also introducing its open-topped Boxster, just as there was an explosion in demand for premium coupés and convertibles. Well received for its superb handling and bullet-proof build quality, early Z3s were criticised for their lack of performance, as only small-capacity four-cylinder engines were initially offered. However, the arrival of six-cylinder powerplants was a huge improvement, as now the Z3 had the performance to go with its great chassis, strong brakes and superb attention to detail.
Ten most expensive cars to insure
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USA’s King of Cars – Auto Trader
Jay Ohrberg has created some of the world’s most outrageous one-off cars.
The madcap Hollywood designer has built cars shaped like living rooms, a car based on The Flintstones, one with Marilyn Monroe on the boot and a car with an ‘Elvis’ badge on the front.
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The cars of Michael Jackson – Auto Trader
Music legend Michael Jackson has died after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest.
His brother Jermaine Jackson said he believed the 50-year-old singer fell ill at his Holmby Hills home in Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon.
The self-styled King of Pop had been due to perform 50 farewell concerts in London this summer, bowing out on a music career spanning several decades while aiming to resurrect his fortunes.
Besides his music, Jackson was famous for his flamboyant fashion sense and his car collection matched that style. Earlier this year it was announced the singer was to have his fantastic automotive collection auctioned off as part of a mammoth Neverland clearout.
Gallery: Michael Jackson’s cars
The Rolls Royce limousine was fitted with a 322bhp 5.4-litre V12 engine
Used Audi Q5 – Buying Guide
Buying a used car can have potential pitfalls – but it needn’t be a painful experience if you follow a simple set of rules and checks. We provide you a used car buying guide, which aims to provide all the advice and information to make the right choices when buying a used Audi Q5 car.
Check the information below to arm yourself with all the information you need to make the successful purchase of your dream car.
What type of car is Audi Q5?
Audi Q5 is Audi’s luxury compact SUV, The Q5 has a 3.2 liter, 270 horsepower gasoline V6 engine, with a six-speed automatic transmission. A clean diesel engine is in the works, but there is no announcement yet concerning date. For the horsepower it generates, it gets a respectable 18 miles per gallon in the city and 23 miles per gallon on the highway.
With its moveable or removable back seat, the Q5 delivers almost 30 cubic feet of cargo volume, about average for the class. It has a maximum towing weight of 4400 pounds, again very respectable for the type of vehicle.
Interior Vs Exterior
The Audi Q5’s looks aren’t a great surprise, coming as it does as a baby brother to the Audi Q7.
Interior boasts aesthetically-pleasing, quality materials laid out intuitively. It’s practical too. The interior feels spacious, there are versatile storage solutions and boot space ranges from 540 litres with the rear seats in place to 1560 litres when they are flat.
Performance
The petrol offering is powered by the 211bhp 2.0 TFSI engine mated to a seven-speed S tronic dual clutch gearbox and Audi’s Quattro four-wheel drive system. This can power the car from 0-62mph in 7.2 seconds and on to a top speed of 137mph.
Equipments
Standard model equipment includes 17-inch 7-spoke alloy wheels, climate control, six-speaker CD/radio, front and rear electric windows and electronic parking brake. SE models feature 18-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, body-coloured bumpers, aluminium exterior window trims, leather upholstery, four-spoke leather-rimmed multi-function steering wheel, 10-speaker sound system and light and rain sensors. The range-topping S Line Models bring 19-inch five spoke alloy wheels, LED lights front and rear, exclusive styling and sports seats.
Selling Point
One of its key selling points is the classically elegant fabric top and fuel efficiency. The Cabriolet is powered by ultra-efficient TDI and TFSI engines.
Electric Mini on sale this year | Auto Trader UK
By the end of the year, buyers can get their hands on the Mini E. The electric Mini it costs £1.50 to fill from empty and accelerates from 0-62mph in 8.5 seconds.
Sound too good to be true? Unfortunately, the lucky owners will only be able to keep their Mini E for a year, as the cars are being offered as part of Mini’s research into electric vehicles.
The BMW Group which owns Mini has been given a portion of a £25m government grant, enabling it to go ahead with the radical project.
Each car will be built at the Mini plant at Oxford and then shipped to Munich where the electric motor
Ford raise prices – Auto Trader UK
Ford is increasing the price of all its new cars by an average of four per cent from July 1.
The company blamed the weakness of the pound against the euro for the rise, which will add around £600 to the list price of a Ford Fiesta.
It’s the second price hike by the company this year, following the 3.5 per cent rise which took effect on April 1.
Ford of Britain’s managing director Nigel Sharp said: “Raising prices in difficult times and when a scrappage scheme has been introduced may seem counter-intuitive.
“But with so many of our costs priced in Euros, there is no choice if we are to maintain a viable business.
