Build and compliance plate dates a bit far apart?

[brad]

I have to disagree with that statement. My current car (not a VW) was 2007 build, 2008 plate, bought 2008 for a substantial discount over the 2008/2008 scenario. Also the 2007 and 2008 models were the same, no major updates or model changes, etc.

As was my car. 2007 build, 2008 plate = generous discount & fatter trade-in allowance.

But I understand what K1W1 is saying.

[Gti Dave]

I agree to what K1W1 said. Personally doesn't make much of a difference if you're planning to keep the car for a while. Biggest immediate difference is the upfront savings that you gain straightaway rather than speculation of higher selling value when it comes to trade in or resale simply because its a later model.

[K1W1]

I was talking about the fine print on the ads not the reality on the ground.