From a resale point of view is it better to register our new car in December or wait until January?

We are taking delivery of a new car shortly. From a resale point of view is it better to register it in December or to wait until January.

Asked on 26 November 2018 by Karl winnick

Answered by Honest John
January because then, though it will still have a 68 plate, it will be a 2019 car not a 2018 car.
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