Dealer Spotlight: East Coast Cars, Slane, Co. Meath
Meet East Coast Cars in Slane, Co. Meath: used automatics with a focus on petrol and hybrid models, car finance, and tips for buying locally.
Quick Summary
- East Coast Cars is a used car dealer with a showroom on the Collon Road (N2) in Slane, Co. Meath.
- The dealer focuses on automatic cars, specialising in petrol and hybrid models, and says it has over 25 years' experience in the motor industry.
- Its website lists makes including Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, BMW, Volvo, KGM and SsangYong, with stock updated daily.
- Car finance is available through partnerships with providers including Finance Ireland, Close Brothers and Finance 4U, with an online application form.
Slane is known for its castle, its hill and its spot on the River Boyne, but for drivers in north Meath and the surrounding counties it is also home to East Coast Cars, a used car dealer on the Collon Road, which forms part of the N2. The business concentrates on automatic cars, with a particular focus on petrol and hybrid models, and it offers car finance to customers around the country. In this Dealer Spotlight we look at what East Coast Cars offers, what to keep in mind when buying a car in the Slane area, and how to find their cars on EcoSteer.
About East Coast Cars
East Coast Cars has its showroom at Collon Road (N2), Slane, Co. Meath, C15 FWY8. On its website, the dealer describes itself as a supplier of automatic cars, "specialising in petrol and hybrid models". The business says it has over 25 years' experience in the motor industry.
The dealer states that its goal is "to provide Hi-Spec and low mileage quality used cars for sale and car finance to our customers, covering Nationwide". The dealer says its stock is updated daily.
The makes shown on the dealer's website include Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, BMW, Peugeot, Citroen, SEAT, Suzuki, Volvo, KGM and SsangYong. KGM is the current name of the brand formerly known as SsangYong, so you may see both names used for models such as the Musso pick-up and the Rexton. The website also highlights used Volkswagen Golf, Audi and Mercedes-Benz models, along with plug-in hybrids (PHEVs).
East Coast Cars is also a member of the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI), the representative body for the motor trade in Ireland. Its SIMI member listing describes the business as offering vehicle sales, service and repair.
You can find the full stock list and contact details on the dealer's own website at https://www.eastcoastcars.ie/.
What they offer
Based on the dealer's website and its SIMI member listing, here is what buyers can expect:
- Used car sales: high-specification, low-mileage used cars, with a focus on automatics and on petrol and hybrid models, including plug-in hybrids.
- Car finance: the dealer says it offers "a range of car finance options" and has partnerships "with a number of finance providers, including Finance Ireland, Close Brothers and Finance 4U". You can apply using the online finance application form on its website. As with any finance, approval is up to the lender, so ask for the full terms in writing.
- Service and repair: SIMI lists the business as offering vehicle service and repair as well as sales.
Trade-in options and warranty cover vary from dealer to dealer and from car to car. If either matters to you, ask East Coast Cars what is available on the specific car you are interested in, and get the details in writing.
Buying a car in Slane and north Meath
Whether you are buying from East Coast Cars or any other dealer in Meath, Louth or north Dublin, a few simple checks will help you buy with confidence:
- Check the NCT. In Ireland, cars must have their first NCT at four years old, then every two years, and every year once the car reaches ten years old. Look at the NCT certificate and its expiry date, and check it on the official NCTS website. NCT mileage records can also help you spot a clocked car.
- Ask for the service history. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) advises asking the seller for service records and checking that the car has been maintained regularly. For an automatic, ask whether the gearbox has been serviced in line with the manufacturer's schedule. For a hybrid or plug-in hybrid, ask whether any battery health information is available.
- Take a proper test drive. Try the car on a mix of roads: through Slane village, out on the N2 and on some quieter local roads. With an automatic, check that it changes gear smoothly when pulling away and slowing down. The CCPC suggests test driving with the radio and air conditioning off so you can listen for unusual noises.
- Check the paperwork. The Vehicle Registration Certificate should match the car and the seller's details, and the RSA suggests asking the dealer to write the current odometer reading on your receipt. The CCPC also advises checking for any outstanding finance, such as hire purchase or PCP, on the car.
- Know your consumer rights. When you buy from a dealer, the Consumer Rights Act 2022 protects you. The car must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose and as described, and for a used car its quality should reflect its age and price. If a fault appears within 30 days of delivery, you can generally reject the car without having to accept a repair. After that, the dealer should normally offer a repair or replacement. These rights are separate from any warranty, and you do not have the same rights when you buy from a private seller. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has clear guidance on buying a car.
Find them on EcoSteer
East Coast Cars is a member dealer on EcoSteer, the Irish car marketplace that lists cars of all fuel types, from petrol and diesel to hybrid and electric. You can browse their current cars and get in touch through the East Coast Cars dealer profile on EcoSteer.
Want to compare options across Ireland? Browse all available cars on EcoSteer and filter by make, fuel type, gearbox and location.
Frequently asked questions
Where is East Coast Cars located?
East Coast Cars has its showroom on the Collon Road (N2), Slane, Co. Meath, C15 FWY8. You can get in touch through the contact page on the dealer's website, and it is a good idea to contact them before travelling to view a car.
What kind of cars does East Coast Cars sell?
East Coast Cars sells used cars and focuses on automatics, specialising in petrol and hybrid models. Makes on its website include Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, BMW, Peugeot, Citroen, SEAT, Suzuki, Volvo, KGM and SsangYong, and the dealer highlights used Volkswagen Golf, Audi and Mercedes-Benz models as well as plug-in hybrids.
Does East Coast Cars offer car finance?
Yes. The dealer says it offers a range of car finance options through partnerships with a number of finance providers, including Finance Ireland, Close Brothers and Finance 4U, and you can apply online through its website. Finance is subject to the lender's approval, so ask for the full terms in writing.
What are my rights if I buy a car from a dealer in Ireland?
When you buy from a dealer, the Consumer Rights Act 2022 protects you. The car must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose and as described, and a used car's quality should reflect its age and price. If a fault appears within 30 days of delivery you can generally reject the car, and after that the dealer should normally repair or replace it. The CCPC website at ccpc.ie explains these rights in detail.
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