Main Dealer v Independent

[Old Skool]

Guys,

Just quick question - apologies, I know this this has been asked before but the search facility is currently down and I wouldn;t mind some 'fresh' views in any event.

I am currently in the process of looking for a Roadster and the current pool of choices is somewhat limited, especially if one sticks to looking at the main dealers. I must confess that I am not one with much technical expertise about these things and was attracted by the prospect of the 'official 140 point inspection' as providing some security over a random bloke in a car lot (although I fully accept that outfits like Nicholas Mee can hardly be placed in that category)

I was wondering what the general view as to that attitude was - is it being too precious or rightly cautious when dropping close to 60k on a car?

Also, is it common to get the cars (which are not from an 'official' AM dealer) to be independently checked and/or given the same 140 point inspection by a dealer? Does anyone have any experience or indicative cost regarding this?

Thanks guys, any comments appreciated and gratefully received.

OS

[Old Skool]

Oh.

Guys and Gals (especially L.Topaz - no offence meant)

[Neil1300R]

To take out an extended warranty the car needs inspecting every year by an AM dealer who charge ~£240 for this - its the 140 point type check. Most dealers waive the charge if warranty. AM dealers will inspect the car for you, but probably only at their premises.

[AMD1]

If it were me and I was looking to buy an approved used, I'd buy from a main dealer with a one year warranty and have it looked after by Rick at DMS. If it's a dog, you have the protection of the warranty, you'll know within the first year and Rick will tell you everything you need to know.