Just in case any disabled members/partners missed the L&K discount thread, where it touched on VAT free purchases, and after getting a couple of PMs on the subject, I though it only appropriate to start a new thread on the topic.

My wife is disabled, and her particular disability entitles her (or me) to VAT free new car purchases (not motability). Not all dealers are aware of the law on this subject, but after many, many vat free purchases, I class myself something of an expert now, and usually have to explain the process to them. The VAT free concession is on top of any discount you can negotiate and also applies to all factory/dealer fitted options as well. Factor in a typical 10% discount on the basic MRRP on top of the 20% VAT exemption, and this adds up to a big saving, and could mean little or no loss in a couple of years time when selling, especially on a low depreciating car like the Yeti.

Please be aware that either you/partner have to be in receipt of the higher mobility part of the DLA (Disability Living Allowance) benefit to qualify, and usually/sometimes use a wheelchair. Also, there has to be a "modification" to the car carried out by the supplying dealer - ie: steering wheel ball or hand controls etc.

If any disabled members/partner want advice on how to go about VAT free purchases please feel free to PM me.

VAT leaflet -

http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/helpsheets/vat1615.pdf

great piece of advice.....

JeZ

VAT leaflet -

http://www.hmrc.gov....ets/vat1615.pdf

Thanks - forgot to include the link.