Buying a car online - is it safe?

I am considering replacing my current vehicle with a Hyundai i40 Tourer Premium SE Blue Drive (136PS). Although a mouthful to say, I really like the car and the way it drives, but as ever it always comes down to price.

I have been on the internet and found a couple of websites offering the Premium SE at £2000 less than my local dealer. Are these online brokers and dealers trustworthy?

Asked on 2 February 2014 by GiGo

Answered by Honest John
Only buy via a broker that guarantees in writing that you will receive the V5C as soon as the DVLA can get it to you. Do not agree to having the car registered to someone else for six months.
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