Similar applies to my Motability iX20: many different models on the scheme, with varying power outputs, are all covered by RSA Insurance, Motability’s insurer. The current situation regarding the number of unsold cars in the UK is reflected in the much larger number of cars available from Motability with nil Advance Payment. Including my iX20, dammit!
The lowest priced car is the Dacia Sandero 1.0 hatch at £46.50, which is below the DLA/PIP Total Allowance, meaning some allowance is refunded every month as a Benefit. Highest Advance Payments are all mini buses, but as a couple of car examples:
Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0TB Super Auto (197 BHP) £3,745 Advance Payment.
Audi Q2 Estate 40 TFSi Quattro Black edition 5 door S Tronic – name almost as long as the car! (187 BHP) £3,749 Advance Payment.
There are some really tasty Merc’s further down the range at (slightly) lower AP’s. What you think of those who can afford to pay that much and take the rest as a Benefit, is your business. I just think, well even wealthy people become disabled.
When the Thought Police arrive at your door, think -
I'm out.
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