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What happens during an interim service?

When it comes to keeping your vehicle in tip-top condition, regular servicing should be high on the agenda. Ensuring you have your car serviced ...

Revealed: The most expensive used car warranty claims in 2020

When you're buying a used car, a comprehensive used car warranty is crucial to ensure you're protected against any costly repairs.  Not onl ...

Vanbase Home Delivery

14 Day Van Home Delivery Money Back Guarantee!Not sure whether our Van Home Delivery service is right for you? Well we have some amazing news! He ...

Carbase Glory - Thank You Flex from eBay Motors Group

Carbase Glory - Thank You Flex from eBay Motors GroupWith the announcement of being crowned Winners for 'Used Car Website of the Year' at t ...

Carbase Glory - Thank You iVendi

Carbase Glory - Thank You iVendiWith the announcement of being crowned Winners for 'Used Car Website of the Year' at the CarDealer Used Car ...

Carbase's Best Selling Cars of 2020

Carbase's best selling cars of 2020If 2020 taught us anything, it is that life can be uncertain, unpredictable and at times, completely out of ou ...

Carbase's Click & Collect and Home Delivery Services

Carbase's Click & Collect and Home Delivery Services At Carbase, we're constantly trying to improve the service we provide to our customers. Co ...

Welcome Carbase Westbury - Click & Collect Centre

Welcome Carbase Westbury - Click & Collect CentreCarbase Westbury Click & Collect is the newest addition to the Carbase family. Early 2021 we wel ...

14 Day Home Delivery Money Back Guarantee

   14 Day Home Delivery Money Back Guarantee!Not sure whether our Home Delivery service is right for you? Well we have some amazing ...

Pay nothing for 60 days with our finance deals

Whether you're in the market for a vehicle upgrade, or you're still mulling it over, you'll want to know that you can get the best used car or used ...

What happens during a full service?

It's important to continue to invest in the things we value the most, and this is certainly true when it comes to your car or van. We rely on our v ...

Do I need GAP insurance?

All-too-often, buying a vehicle can be a confusing process. Not least due to the array of extra financial products you may be offered alongside you ...

How to sell your car to Carbase

Thinking of selling your car or van? Here at Carbase, we pride ourselves on giving our valued customers complete transparency together with unrival ...

How many cars were written off or stolen in 2019?

They're both nightmare scenarios for a car owner - losing one of your most prized possessions to a car thief or finding that it's been written off ...

Is RAC car warranty any good?

None of us know what's around the corner, which is true in more ways than one when it comes to vehicle ownership. A fault in even a seemingly unimp ...

How many cars break down each year?

 Many of us have been there - a warning light starts to blink and before you know it, your car is rumbling to a halt. Maybe you've got behind t ...

5x Highly Rated Customer Service!

5x Highly Rated Customer Service! This year we have been awarded with the Auto Trader 'Highly Rated' badge, and not just for one Store.. ...

A visual guide to checking your tyre pressure

In most vehicles, the tyre pressure warning light looks like the yellow icon below. It will come on when the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...

Should I Buy a Used Hybrid

Should I Buy A Used Hybrid?With many of us trying to find ways to reduce our impact on the environment, a sustainable drive and optimum fuel effi ...

Carbase Hats on 4 Ben

Hats on 4 Ben!It's happening! " Hats on 4 Ben " is taking place during Mental Health Awareness Week 2020 - 18th-24th May - to raise ...

Staying Safe

Carbase StoresCarbase | Vanbase are thrilled to give you a warm welcome back! The following stores are open and are taking appointment bookings f ...

Our ultimate guide to hybrids

Labradoodles. Camera phones. Romantic comedies. Many of the best things in life aren't one thing, but two - combined to make the best of both in on ...

What is PCP finance?

Here at Carbase, we understand that vehicle finance can be confusing, especially if you're in the market for your first set of wheels or you have n ...

Feeder Commercials Join Vanbase Bristol

We are proud to announce that the experienced team at FeederCommercials.co.uk have now joined the Carbase | Vanbase Group. Their knowledge and exp ...

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children Charity Timeline

 Acquiring funds for essential equipment and services can be a never ending puzzle, so it fills our hearts with joy to be able to help ...

Our ultimate guide to the Ford Transit Custom

Here in the UK, we love the Ford Transit Custom. It's officially the best-selling van of 2019, with 34,690 sold between January and August. It's in ...

How to finance a car the right way

Vehicle finance is a hugely popular way to buy a used car or van. A recent report from the Finance and Leasing Association (FLA) found that in Apri ...

Buying your first van from Vanbase

Here at Vanbase, we make buying your first van a quick, simple and hassle-free process. We will have you on the road in your very own used van in n ...

Best Small Cars 2019

The small car market is extremely competitive, with more and more people looking for a compact car that offers both functionality and style. It's n ...

Best vans for fuel economy

The mileage you get for a full tank is an important consideration for anyone looking for their next used van. For business customers in particular, ...

Carbase Take Home Digital Initiative of the Year Glory!

Carbase Take Home Digital Initiative of the Year Glory! This was the first year of the Motor Trader Independent Awards and it went off with a ...

The fund pot is lovingly filling up for the NICU department at St Michaels Hospital

Ohhhhh, we're halfway there!This year everything was in full summer spirit at the Carbase BBQ! The Steel Band had the mood set with their mel ...

Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Explained

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ExplainedHandsfree on another level... this amazing feature is available on selected cars and vans and allows you ...

Business Initiative Winners at Auto Trader Retailer Awards 2019

The awards just keep on coming! We are delighted to announce that Carbase, for a second year running, has taken home the glory for 'Business Ini ...

What are the Main Types of Vans?

What are the main van types?Choosing a used van that's the right type for your business or for your personal use is an important task. You need t ...

Which type of van will carry my cargo?

Which type of van will carry my cargo?Vans come in all shapes and sizes, so if you need a used van for your business, you may wonder which type w ...

Jobs at Carbase

We must earn our reputation and the confidence of our customers through achieving excellence in all areas. Trust, transparency, and fairness a ...

What's the difference between a soft credit search and applying for vehicle finance?

Soft search vs applying for vehicle finance: What's the difference? Are you keen to get behind the wheel of your next vehicle, but concerned abou ...

Buying a commercial van

Finding your next commercial van  When your business uses a van to transport passengers, carry out services and/or deliver products, you need a v ...

Rob-Bot amazes customers by predicting their next car!

Customers mind blown as mystic Rob-Bot predicts their next car!We could tell you it's just magic, but we have a feeling you'll want to know more a ...

Benefits of the Carbase Owners' Club

 When you buy a vehicle from Carbase, you get far more than a fantastic used car or van. Purchasing your new set of wheels from us also gives you ...

Sell your car to Carbase in three easy steps

Sell To Carbase!Quick and easy, we'll buy any car or van!Value Your CarBuying a new car, even a second-hand one, can be an expensive pro ...

Vanbase Bristol Joining Carbase Group

Vanbase Bristol Joining Carbase Group  Earlier this year we were awarded the 'Most Improved Dealership' trophy at the 2019 AM awards, ...

Paving The Way For Apprentices

Paving The Way For Apprentices As part of our ongoing relationship with Weston-super-Mare College we recently hosted twelve students at an in ...

Our ultimate van guide

Few vehicle types are as versatile as the trusty van. The huge variety of makes, models and body types available on the used van market means findi ...

2018 What a Year

What a Year: The Carbase Big Fat Review of 2018 As the nation winds down from the Christmas festivities and recovers from over-singing Auld L ...

The Best Used Cars in Britain

The best used cars in BritainHere in the UK, we love used cars. Our love affair with great-quality used cars has shown no sign of slowing this ye ...

2018 Road Tax updates - What's The Latest?

In October, Chancellor Philip Hammond announced his 2018 Autumn Budget, which included a cash injection of around £30 billion for England's transpo ...

Should You Buy A Dash Camera?

So you've considered purchasing a Dash Cam for your car, but are they worth it? Do they really capture anything? Check out some of the Dash Cam foo ...

RAC Combined GAP and RTI Insurance Explained

RAC Combined GAP and RTI Insurance Explained Did you know that an average of 384,000 cars are written off in the UK every year?! Here at Carbase ...

Sponsorship - Weston Crusaders Under 14s

Carbase Sponsor Weston Crusaders JFC Under 14s We are proud to be sponsoring the Weston-super-Mare Crusaders Junior Football Club under 14's tea ...

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Raising Money for the Dolphin Ward at The Bristol Children's Hospital In July we held a charity raffle to raise funds for the Dolphin Ward, wher ...

The Cost of Buying a Car Equated to Everyday Items

Buying your next car on finance could be more affordable than you think. Our infographic compares the cost versus everyday items   ...

New Partnership with Above and Beyond - Bristol Children's Hospital

We are delighted to announce that we have partnered up with Above and Beyond, the local charity raising funds for the Bristol Royal Hospital for Ch ...

Carbase Sponsor Weston AFC

We're very proud to have sponsored the Weston-super-Mare Football Club Academy under 15's team! Earlier this year the boys were fundraising in orde ...

Winners - Motor Trader Industry Awards 2018

Winners - Motor Trader Industry Awards 2018It's all about the Base!  We are pleased to announce that we are proud Winners in the Motor Tr ...

The Ultimate Guide to Car Insurance

The Ultimate Guide to Car InsuranceThere are lots of deciding factors to consider when you buy a new car - one of the most important being the co ...

Our New Showroom

Welcome to our new Weston-super-Mare showroom! Here at Carbase we put our customers first and foremost, which is why we are proud to announce th ...

How to Use - Carbase In-Store App

Our new In-Store App is the surprisingly easy way to buy your next car!Suppose you're browsing our showroom and want to know more about a car in ...

How to Use - Carbase Expert Car Valuation

How to get the most accurate part exchange valuation with CarbaseHere at Carbase, we've always had a transparent and simple part ex ...

RMI Independent Garage Association

We're a member of the Idependent Garage AssociationWe are proud to be a member of the Retail Motor Industry Federation's Independent Garage Assoc ...

What's Occurring at Carbase?

What's Occurring at Carbase?It's 2018 and we have a few exciting things up our sleeve this year, one being the production of our brand new r ...

When is a first service due on a new car

"You don't know what you've got 'til it's gone" sang Joni Mitchell in her appropriately car-related song 'Big Yellow Taxi', and that's exactly how ...

Summer holiday driving - the European regulations you need to know

Taking your own car on holiday is a fantastic way to save money. Not only does it spare you the cost of hiring a car, you also can pack in as much ...

Four of the best cars for legroom

If you're looking for a car that can provide enough room for growing teenagers, or if you expect to be frequently ferrying around adults, you'll wa ...

Citroen DS3 - a colourful treat

The first car in Citroen's DS range was the Citroen DS3 and it really set the bar high. With the DS label evoking memories of Citroen classics from ...

Nissan Juke - Stepping out of the Qashqai shadow

While the Nissan Qashqai has been stealing all the headlines, it's important not to overlook the other cars that the Japanese manufacturer have bee ...

6 ways to keep your family car looking new

Buying a car can be one of the biggest investments you'll make, so it goes without saying that you'll want to keep your new purchase looking clean ...

Alfa Romeo Giulietta - a thing of beauty

It's been said before that you can't be a true petrol head until you've owned an Alfa, and with the Alfa Romeo Giulietta the Italian car giant are ...

Is the Tiguan heading for the top of the VW class?

The VW Tiguan is one of Volkswagen's most popular cars and is a solid choice for families looking to upgrade. There is a huge amount of choice in t ...

What are the safest family cars you should buy?

Safety first. It's an old adage but a valuable one, and never is it more relevant than when we're talking about the best cars for families. When yo ...

Top tips for boosting your credit score before buying a used car on finance

If you want to buy a used car on finance the application process will look at your credit score. Now, while it's not just the credit score that cou ...

Carbase Launch New UK Drone Delivery Service

COVID-19 Update - Carbase Offer Home Delivery Service!Our 2017 April Fool has just become a reality! Well, part of it has anyway... Carbase are ...

The A-Z of used car finance

As the largest used car supermarket in the South West, we secure millions of pounds' worth of car finance for our customers every year. However, if ...

What type of used car finance will suit your circumstances?

If you have a poor credit score, have an unreliable income or have been refused finance before, you might think that buying a used car on finance i ...

Guide to insuring your first car

Buying your first car can be a daunting process, but so can looking for car insurance. The amount of money you might be asked to pay can be stagger ...

Whats the best way to finance a used car?

Buying your first car is a big financial commitment. Apart from property purchase it may be the biggest financial commitment you have ever made, an ...

The top 10 used small cars for first-time buyers

You've passed your driving test, gained a new independence or decided to move away from a life of public transport. Yes, it's time to buy that firs ...

Best used convertibles 2016

When the British weather plays ball, there are few things better than driving down to the coast, soaking up the sunshine and feeling the cool, salty ...

Carbase Motoring Photographer of the Year 2016 Winners

And so the curtain is drawn on another fantastic Motoring Photographer of the Year competition. This year has been the best yet and the bar has been ...

Why your car deserves an Owners Club free summer check

It's a popular myth that winter is the one and only time of year to get your car serviced, ensuring that it can cope with those extreme weather con ...

Know your Highway Code

Questions to ask when buying a used Audi

If you're looking for a premium marque, you can't go wrong with an Audi. With its unmistakable badge of interlocking rings, Audi is known for quality ...

What car matches your EURO 2016 team's personality?

At Carbase we are all really excited about the UEFA European Championships and have our fingers crossed for England to end their 50 year trophy droug ...

10 rules for picking the best used estate car

Estate cars remain a popular choice for families, business owners and people with pets, as they offer a huge amount of room without compromising on ...

3 questions you must ask when choosing a sports car

Whether it's been a lifelong dream or the result of a financial windfall, there are many reasons why people want to get themselves a sports car. Howe ...

The ultimate guide to picking a convertible

What driver doesn't want to enjoy the wind through their hair when cruising down the motorway? Convertible cars are something many of us aspire to - ...

10 rules for picking the perfect used Ford

Ford remains the most popular brand of car in the UK - the Fiesta and Focus were named by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders as the top a ...

Essential steps for buying a used Volkswagen

Reliable, sexy and value-retaining, Volkswagen has a good reputation, with cars which perform well in every class. From the tiny Up! to the 3.0 litre ...

Our Favourite Film Cars

With the BAFTA's recently announced and Oscar fever in the air, the Carbase offices came alive with debate this week with everyone asking the questi ...

The highs and lows of a motor romance

Love is in the air, everywhere you drive around - so long as you're driving around a car dealership. Everyone on the lot is getting behind the wheel ...

What is included in an Owners' Club free winter check

What's included in an Owners' Club free winter check?We might be able to bust out the warm coat and woolly hats and scarves, but what can your ca ...

Best cars for Christmas presents

Whether it's a new set of wheels for your partner, a starter-car for your teenage child, or the dream car your dad has always wanted - cars make exce ...

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Mustangs and RVs and Ford Thunderbirds

It must be the Fourth of July!What better way to celebrate Independence Day than by taking a good ol' fashioned road trip. The idea of being able t ...

Choosing the best set of used wheels for this summers festival season

These days there's a huge variety of annual summer festivals held throughout the UK, with something to suit all ages and musical tastes. You'll find ...

People carriers the good and the bad and the ugly

If you're looking for a benchmark for vehicles in the people carrier sector then look no further than the Renault Espace. The arrival of the model in ...

Cost effective alternatives to your dream car Part two

Some things are all about the brand. Take Kellogg's Corn Flakes; when you buy a supermarket's own brand, if you close your eyes and take a bite you c ...