Its nearly time to replace my car. I have in the past bought cars second hand, but this time looking to spend a bit more, say £5-6k.
The car will probably come from a localish garage - the type I am normally suspicious of.
I am pretty competent at looking over cars to make sure sills are sound etc, but am not used to spending this much on a car, what checks should I do?
HPI, insurance, is it worth getting AA or RAC to look it over?
Your thoughts/recommendations please.

