Buying Your First Quad Bike in the UK: New vs. Used
When you’re buying a quad bike, one of the main things you need to decide is whether you’re going to buy new or used. Both have their advantages and we’ll be looking at the pros and cons of both in more detail in this guide. We’ll also be looking at how buying used and new affects the cost of quad bike insurance.
Key points
What Are The Pros and Cons of Buying Used Vs New?
Used pros
- Lower cost
- Potential to haggle for a cheaper price
- Insurance may be cheaper
Used cons
- Unknown history
- Less potential to resell for a decent price
- Potentially higher repair costs
New pros
- Comes with a warranty
- Less likely to require repairs or maintenance in the short term
- Higher resale value
New cons
- Higher cost
- Unlikely to be able to negotiate cost
- May cost more to insure
Whether you’re buying used or new, it’s always important to register your quad bike with the DVLA if you’re planning to ride it on public roads.
Are used quad bikes cheaper to insure compared to new models?
Usually this is the case but it will of course depend on the value and power of the quad bike. For example a very powerful and expensive used quad bike will cost more to insure than a cheap new model.
Do I need to get insurance for my quad bike?
This depends on whether you’re using it on your own land or if you’ll be riding it on public roads too. If it’s the latter, then you’ll need to get third party only insurance at minimum.
What are the best ways to save money when buying a quad bike?
Other than negotiating price if you’re buying used, a very good way to save money on the overall cost is shopping around for insurance quotes so you get the best price possible.
In Summary
- Buying used or new comes with pros and cons. Buying new costs more but also means less maintenance costs. Buying used allows you to save money on the bike itself but may end up costing more in repairs and maintenance.
- If you buy used, it may mean you can save money on quad bike insurance.
- It’s a good idea to negotiate price if you do decide to buy used.
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