WightWheels Blog

Buying & selling tips, scam avoidance, local car market insights, and maintenance guides.

Selling Your Car on the Isle of Wight: A Complete Guide

Selling Your Car on the Isle of Wight: A Complete Guide

Step-by-step process for getting the best price when selling on the Isle of Wight.

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Best Small SUVs for UK Roads (2025)
Buying Guides

Best Small SUVs for UK Roads (2025)

Compact crossovers that cope with tight streets and rough tracks.

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Seasonal Pricing Trends for Used Cars (UK)
Market Insights

Seasonal Pricing Trends for Used Cars (UK)

When prices rise and fall—and how to time your purchase or sale.

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Road Tax Bands Explained (UK)
Paperwork

Road Tax Bands Explained (UK)

How VED works, what you’ll pay, and how to check before you buy.

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Pre‑Purchase Inspection Checklist
Buying Guides

Pre‑Purchase Inspection Checklist

What to check before handing over cash—tools, tyres, leaks and more.

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Part‑Exchange vs Private Sale: What Gets You More?
Selling Tips

Part‑Exchange vs Private Sale: What Gets You More?

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The Real Cost of Car Ownership on the Isle of Wight
Ownership

The Real Cost of Car Ownership on the Isle of Wight

Insurance, fuel, servicing and ferry considerations explained.

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Buying a Car from the Mainland: Logistics & Ferry Tips
Logistics

Buying a Car from the Mainland: Logistics & Ferry Tips

Costs, collections and smooth crossings when buying off‑island.

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HPI Checks: What to Look For Before You Buy
Buying Guides

HPI Checks: What to Look For Before You Buy

Avoid hidden history: write‑offs, finance, mileage and more explained.

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How to Write a Car Listing That Converts

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How to Photograph Your Car for Listings
Selling Tips

How to Photograph Your Car for Listings

Stand‑out photos that help your car sell faster and for more.

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How to Avoid Scams When Buying or Selling a Car
Safety

How to Avoid Scams When Buying or Selling a Car

Simple checks that protect your money and your vehicle.

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Hello World: Launching Our Car Marketplace Blog
News

Hello World: Launching Our Car Marketplace Blog

We’re sharing buyer tips, seller guides and local market updates.

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Welcome to the WightWheels Blog
News

Welcome to the WightWheels Blog

Tips, guides and local insights to help you buy and sell with confidence.

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Electric Car Charging on the Isle of Wight: Where and How
EV & Charging

Electric Car Charging on the Isle of Wight: Where and How

Public chargers, home options and practical tips for EV drivers on the island.

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DVLA Paperwork You Need When Selling a Car
Paperwork

DVLA Paperwork You Need When Selling a Car

Everything you must complete with the DVLA to legally sell your vehicle.

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Best Used Cars Under £5,000 on the Isle of Wight (2025)
Buying Guides

Best Used Cars Under £5,000 on the Isle of Wight (2025)

Top-value cars up to £5k that are reliable, economical and ferry-friendly.

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Best Used Cars Under £3,000 on the Isle of Wight (2025)
Buying Guides

Best Used Cars Under £3,000 on the Isle of Wight (2025)

Great sub-£3k used cars that handle island life without breaking the bank.

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Best First Cars for New Drivers in the UK (2025)
Buying Guides

Best First Cars for New Drivers in the UK (2025)

Beginner-friendly cars that are affordable to buy, insure and maintain.

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Best Cheap Automatic Cars on the Isle of Wight (2025)
Buying Guides

Best Cheap Automatic Cars on the Isle of Wight (2025)

Affordable automatics that are easy to drive and cheap to run on island roads.

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Avoid Car Scams: Safe Buying and Selling Tips on the Isle of Wight
Safety

Avoid Car Scams: Safe Buying and Selling Tips on the Isle of Wight

Spot common frauds and stay safe when buying or selling a car on the Isle of Wight.

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