Tag: save money

Is a Pre-Purchase Inspection Worth It in NZ? (2026 Guide)
/ - 18 mins readWould you hand over $15,000 to a stranger based on a ten minute test drive and a sticker on the windshield? Most Kiwis wouldn’t dream of it, yet many…
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Getting a Second Opinion on Car Repairs: The Smart Kiwi’s Guide to Saving Money
/ - 17 mins readLast Tuesday, a Wellington driver was handed a repair quote for NZ$3,150 for a transmission issue that actually required a simple NZ$450 sensor fix….
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Independent Mechanic vs Dealer in NZ: Which is Best for Your Car?
/ - 17 mins readThat shiny dealership stamp in your logbook might actually be costing you thousands of dollars without adding a single cent to your car’s eventual…
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Don’t look to save money when replacing these car parts
- 4 mins readIt goes without saying, car repairs are not a “happy” purchase for most people. There are, however, some car parts where saving money should not be the priority. In these cases, paying a little extra to get good-quality parts will save you in the long run, and may keep you and your family safer at […]
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