Local car guides
Straight-talking guides for buying, selling and caring for a car in Canberra & the ACT.
Buying a used car in Canberra: the 7-point check before you pay
The checks that stop you overpaying — PPSR, rego, service history and the test-drive tells most buyers miss.
Read ›SellingSell my car in Canberra: dealer vs private, and how to get more
Selling to a dealer is fast and easy; private usually pays more but takes time. Here's how to choose — and lift your price either way.
Read ›DetailingCar detailing in Canberra: what ceramic coating actually costs
Ceramic, paint protection and interior deep cleans — what each one is, roughly what it costs, and when it's worth it.
Read ›OwningACT rego and vehicle inspections, explained
When your car needs an inspection in the ACT, what they check, and how it affects buying or selling.
Read ›EVEV incentives in the ACT: how to check what you can still get
EV support in the ACT has changed over time. Here's how to find what's current and factor it into your budget.
Read ›DetailingPre-sale detailing: does it actually raise your sale price?
A clean car sells faster and for more — but only some of the work pays off. Where to spend, and where not to.
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