Want to find your dream car and save money?
It's time to make it easy and simple by getting an expert on board!
Are you struggling to find the perfect pre-loved car?
Are you unsure where to go or who to trust?
Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed by the work involved?
Buying a used car can be time consuming, frustrating and fraught with disappointment.
You’re incredibly busy and have a million and one other things that need your attention. You definitely don’t have time to spend every weekend travelling up and down the country in an attempt to get a good deal.
You’re determined to make a smart choice.
You want a fantastic car, and although you trust the big dealerships, you’re reluctant to pay their overly inflated prices.
You’re keen to save money, but you don’t feel confident going privately or heading to some random used car dealer.
The last thing you want to do is end up with a dodgy car that costs you a fortune and causes you loads of hassle and drama.
Oh, let’s not even mention the amount of constantly changing information out there. You’ve read bad things about diesel cars and good things about electric and hybrid cars and now you’re totally confused about what to get. Talk about overwhelming.
You just don’t know what to do. It’s all a bit of a headache!
Surely buying a second-hand car doesn’t need to be so stressful?
Imagine waking up tomorrow and your beautiful shiny new car has been delivered to your home. It’s sitting outside, gleaming in the sunshine, ready for the open road.
As you ponder where you’ll drive first, you can’t quite believe how easy it’s been.
You got a brilliant car, for a brilliant price. And, you didn’t have to lift a finger - all the hard work was done for you!
Your car has been fully inspected by a professional for your confidence and peace of mind, and all the paperwork, service history and checks are there. So you can relax, with your cup of tea and your toast, knowing that everything is organised.
You only wish your last car buying experience had been so straight forward!
Sounds amazing right?
Welcome to the smart new way to buy a used car.
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You know that getting a really good car at a great price must be possible but just need a helping hand from an expert.
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You need guidance from someone who has access to lots of the kind of cars you want and the knowledge to know which ones to avoid.
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Someone you can trust to help you make the right decision for you.
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Someone to help you avoid all the ickiness of buying a car; from the haggling to the hard sell!
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A way to cut out all the hard work and wasted time, so you can get on with living your life!
That’s where I come in.
Hi, I’m Sam Judah and I specialise in helping people like you find their dream car at the right price.
My passion for cars spans four decades with a decade of that spent working for Audi and Jaguar Main Dealers and a further decade as an independent specialist car finder.
I can’t bear it when I see people who have been sold rubbish cars or paid too much money for them.
The motor trade is a bit of a Wild West and I love being a champion for normal people who could do with a helping hand to avoid any costly mistakes.
I know how hard it is to know who to trust and how buying a car can feel overwhelming.
That’s why I do things differently.
I’ve been helping people find fantastic cars for over two decades. And now, I’m going to help you.
How I can help you.
I’ll work in partnership with you to get the best car possible for your budget. I don’t make any money from the car purchase but charge a fee based upon my time and expertise once you are happy with your new car.
That means I am completely independent and won’t be trying to sell from my own stock.
I have access to tens of thousands of wholesale cars where the main dealers buy their used car stock. Often these cars won’t be available to the general public.
One of the great things about this is that the prices are much lower than elsewhere. The difference between the trade price and the retail price is often thousands of pounds.
I use my years of experience to know which cars to avoid and what to look out for to get a great deal.
I’ll help you make your money work harder and save time by doing all the leg work for you.
The Process
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Stage 1. The Spec
We'll start off with an initial chat to work out what kind of car you are after. If you are not quite sure what you want then I’ll help you figure out what will suit your needs.
I’ll help you get clear on the following key bits of information: Type of Car, Specification, Budget & Timing.
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Stage 2. The Scope
I’ll then sketch out how I can help you and which package will best suit your needs. I’ll send a confirmation email with all of the details of how the process will work, costs involved if you decide to proceed.
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Stage 3. The Search
If you are happy to go ahead, I will then start the search on your behalf. I’ll send you detailed information on hand picked cars that suit your requirements.
This will include:
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Detailed Photographs of the car.
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AA Mechanical inspection report.
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Bodywork condition inspection.
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Service history and paperwork report.
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Warranted Mileage.
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Stage 4: The Purchase
Once you have chosen a car that you like, and wish to proceed - I will buy the car on your behalf and it will be delivered to your door.
The whole process takes about two to three weeks on average, depending on how exact your criteria are. For example, if you only want a white car with black leather, it might take slightly longer than if you were more relaxed about colour combinations.
I’m really looking forward to helping you find the car of your dreams.
How Is Car Scout Different?
I spotted a gap in the market, which benefits you, the consumer.
The franchise main dealers are really expensive because they have massive overheads in the form of expensive buildings and lots of staff etc. Buying privately or through independent used dealers can be risky and they are not always very straightforward or contentious to deal with.
My business is simple. I have access to the same cars as the franchise main dealers and independent dealers at wholesale prices. I hand pick the best cars for you using my extensive expertise and knowledge. (All will be professionally inspected and have provenance checks and service history).
Once we have found a car that you like - you pay the trade price - making a substantial saving. When you are happy with everything you pay me a buyers fee for my time and expertise. This gives you access to tens of thousands of wholesale cars, an expert to select the best ones and vet them and a way of beating the market. You save time and money!
The Advantages Of Working With Me
Save Money
When you buy through Car Scout you’ll get a great car at a trade price!
Saving you £££ compared with the forecourt dealers.
Save Time
No more traipsing up and down the country looking for a car. All the hard work is done for you.
Confidence
Know that your car will be hand picked for you.
AA inspected, and have had all the necessary checks.
Expertise
Benefit from my two decades of motor trade experience.
Get access to thousands of trade cars.
Don’t stay stuck! Don’t pay over the odds!
Let me help you find the car of your dreams.
I only work with a small number of carefully selected clients each month. Book in for a discovery call now to see if we’re a good match.
Packages
Standard
I'm a bit flexible on the make, model and colour and am open to recommendations.
Hand picked car finding service with inspection reports, provenance checks and delivery to your door.
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Special
I have a particular car in mind and know what colour and specification I want.
Hand picked car finding service with inspection reports, provenance checks and delivery to your door.
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VIP
I want Sam to find me something extra special and deliver it to my door personally.
Hand picked car finding service with inspection reports, provenance checks and delivery to your door by Sam.
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What if I have a car I want to exchange?
I can help you work out what it is worth and advise you on the best way to dispose of it. Depending on the car, I may also be able to sell it on your behalf.
How much saving can I make?
This will depend on what kind of car you are after, the age and how flexible you are as to what you are looking for. The more flexible you are the better the potential saving. The savings will range from £500 to £2,000+ compared with a dealership.
How much do you charge?
My standard package fee is £500 + delivery expenses (train fares, fuel etc).
If you are looking for something very specific, high end or specialist then other packages are available at a higher fee.
Are you a trained mechanic?
No I am not. However, having worked with Audi and Jaguar for 8 years, and running my own dealership and car finding business for over a decade, I do have a good understanding of cars and know what to look out for when appraising them and the related paperwork. All of the cars I source will have provenance checks to protect the purchaser from: outstanding finance, clocked mileage, theft and severe accident damage.
What happens if you can’t find me a car?
Then I will advise on another course of action and won’t charge you.
How long does it usually take to find the right car?
This depends on your search criteria. If you are fairly flexible on what you are looking for then it can take under a week. However, If you are a bit more set on what you want I’d allow three to four weeks for me to find it.
Do you offer any warranty or guarantee?
I’ll do my best to find you a good reliable car with a full service history and good provenance. However, cars do have a habit of needing parts replaced and it’s almost impossible to predict when this will happen. If having a guarantee is really important to you then I’d recommend you buy new or go to a franchise dealer.
How do I pay for the car?
Many of the cars I find will be sold via main franchise dealers that have taken the car in as a part exchange and need to dispose of it. I will generally ask you to transfer the purchase price direct to the seller. This will then leave my fee and expenses that you can pay on delivery of the car.
Where do you find the cars from?
They will mostly be part exchanges from franchise main dealers. In addition I also by cars from business lease companies. These vehicles are usually sold directly to trade buyers and will then be retailed through dealerships at a marked up price.
What are the delivery expenses?
This includes train fares, fuel and time.
Up to 200 miles £95 + VAT
201 to 300 miles £149 + VAT
301-400 miles £199 + VAT
Sometimes the best value cars come from further afield and this makes it worth travelling a bit further.
I have been fascinated with cars since I was a small child. In my 20s I worked with one of the UK’s leading Jaguar dealerships for over seven years before starting up my own dealership, Little Venice Motor Company. As a dealer I was determined to provide a stress-free and transparent service: this stood me in good stead, most of my clients came through word of mouth recommendations.
Those word of mouth clients kept coming back, and highlighted the opportunity for a bespoke car finding service. I love cars and get great satisfaction in using my expertise to find good vehicles for people at the right price.