Tesco launches secondhand car service

Online deliveries mean you no longer have to drive to the supermarket to do the weekly shop.



Milk, bread, bananas...car: Clubcard holders can claim 2000 points if they buy a car from the supermarket giant



But just in case you do, Tesco is now offering to sell you the car as well - which you can also have delivered to your doorstep.



In the retail giant's latest move away from traditional groceries, Tesco has launched itself into the world of second hand car salesmen.

Tesco Cars went online yesterday offering an internet-only service for buyers of used cars.

Its move to tap into the £24 billion motor market comes after Tesco bought a significant minority stake in online dealership Carsite for an undisclosed sum.

Tescocars.com aims to advertise up to 3,000 cars a week sourced from hire and lease fleets - and will reward Clubcard holders with 2,000 points if they buy a vehicle on the site.

It aims to offer good deals by supplying car stock direct from the source and claims each car will go through a 167-point independent inspection by the RAC, including a ramp inspection and road test.

According to the company, customers will be able to search for cars according to lifestyle and budget.

Andrew Higginson, chief executive of retailing services at Tesco, said yesterday: 'By supplying directly to customers, there is no middle man, no expensive showroom and no salespeople on commission.'

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" Heart Finance independent finance broker which was founded to search the entire market in order to help you find the best deal you possibly can. We offer a range of any purpose loans including Car Loan that are arranged through

 well established and recognised lending financial institutions."

He added: 'There's no pressure, no hard sell!
'You can select and buy your car from the comfort of your own home and, just like your weekly shop, we will even deliver it to your front door.'
Tesco adds the car operation to its growing portfolio, which already includes financial services, electrical goods, music downloads and furniture.
The group said it wants to offer a trusted and convenient second-hand car service, with a seven day, money-back-guarantee if buyers are unhappy with their purchase.