Question 1

Which genuine parts and accessories can I buy from Dick Lovett?

Accepted Answer

The Dick Lovett team can source and fit parts and accessories from all the brands we represent - BMW, MINI, Jaguar, Land Rover, Porsche, Ferrari and BMW Motorrad.

Question 2

Why use genuine parts?

Accepted Answer

Genuine parts have been designed & constructed to exacting manufacturer specifications, performance targets and government standards, specifically for your vehicle.

Using genuine parts helps your car continue to meet the high standards of safety, performance and aesthetics that the manufacturer originally intended. This, in turn, maximises the reliability & resale value of your car.

Question 3

Why use genuine accessories?

Accepted Answer

Manufacturer approved, genuine accessories have been designed, developed and tested on your vehicle, to exacting standards. Using genuine accessories will ensure you get high quality accessories that are durable, reliable and perfectly in keeping with the car.

Question 4

Do MINI parts come with a warranty?

Accepted Answer

Dick Lovett only offers genuine MINI parts. All MINI parts come with a two-year warranty as standard.

Question 5

Do you fit genuine MINI accessories?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our highly-skilled MINI trained technicians can fit MINI accessories for you. From MINI John Cooper Works body kits to roof graphics and mirror caps, we will ensure everything is fitted correctly and safely.

Question 6

What is BMW Motability advance payment?

Accepted Answer

BMW Motability Advance Payment is an integral part of the Motability Scheme which allows you the option of selecting a luxurious car, such as a BMW X1, which would otherwise not be covered by the standard Motability Allowance. If you’re wondering what the Motability advance payment is, why it is needed, how it is worked out, or if there is any way to reduce the cost to you, this should help to answer your query.

Definition of a Motability advance payment -

The Motability advance payment is a one-off payment at the start of a Motability contract to cover the additional cost of a large and or luxurious vehicle where the total cost would not otherwise be covered by the standard Motability payments.

Question 7

Why is a Motability advance payment needed?

Accepted Answer

The Motability scheme is available to people in receipt of any of the following benefits:

Motability Allowance
DLA - Higher rate mobility
PIP - Enhanced rate mobility
War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement
Armed Forces Independence Payment

You can choose a wide range of vehicles with the Motability scheme, all the way up to a BMW X1 and beyond. The Motability Allowance is a fixed amount, regardless of the value of the car you choose, and optional extras or adaptations are available to suit your needs. Rather than limit the cars available, the Motability scheme allows you to trade up with an advance payment. As such, the Advance Payment is not a deposit and is therefore non-refundable.

Question 8

How is the advance payment calculated?

Accepted Answer

The Advance payment is agreed between the manufacturers and Motability. The level of Advance Payment is decided by the vehicle you choose, combined with other factors such as the anticipated cost of servicing and maintenance, and the typical resale value when the lease agreement ends.

How to reduce the advance payment cost -

It may be that you’d like a particular car but would like to find ways to reduce the advance payment cost. The easiest way to do this is to take advantage of Dick Lovett offers. We occasionally add cars with zero advanced payment options - take a look at our Motability finance deals page to find out more.

Question 9

What is Motability Advance Payment?

Accepted Answer

The Advance Payment is a fixed upfront payment required for certain vehicles, in addition to your weekly mobility allowance.

This payment is non-refundable and is determined when you order your car based on factors such as the vehicle's cost, maintenance, and expected value at the end of the lease. It is required because your mobility allowance may not fully cover the cost of larger or more expensive vehicles.

The payment is made in one lump sum directly to your Motability Scheme dealer, either before or on the day you receive your vehicle.

View Dick Lovett’s BMW Motability offers, or if you're interested in a MINI, view our MINI Motability offers here, or contact our friendly team today to find out more.

Question 10

Can you lease a Motability car for 6 years?

Accepted Answer

Most Motability leases run for three years although for wheelchair accessible vehicles it is usually five years. When the three-year lease runs out you can renew it with another contract.

In certain circumstances, e.g. if you have driven very few miles, or if the vehicle has had significant modifications to make it suitable for your needs, you may be able to extend your existing contract for one or two years. You need at least twelve months left on your mobility payments award to be able to take out a Motability contract.

Question 11

Can I get a Mobility car?

Accepted Answer

If you are in receipt of a qualifying mobility allowance then you can exchange that allowance for a Motability vehicle. There are four types of allowance which qualify you for the Motability scheme.

Higher Rate Mobility Component of the Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement (WPMS)
Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP).

If you need any special modifications made to your vehicle to allow you to drive it this can be done at the start of your agreement.

Question 12

How much does the Motability Scheme cost?

Accepted Answer

The cost varies greatly depending on the vehicle you choose. Using the Motability scheme, there are a number of cars which cost less than your mobility payments and other cars which cost the whole payment, notably the base models in the MINI range.

If you desire a larger or more luxurious car, for example, a BMW, you can include an advance payment which will vary depending on the value of the car and a number of other factors.

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