1st Time Car Sales is a small, independent used car dealership based near Chichester, West Sussex, owned and run by Tom, who deals personally with every customer from first enquiry to handover.
The business was created with a simple idea:
to make buying a used car straightforward, honest and stress-free, especially for people buying their first car or looking for a reliable everyday vehicle.
Tom has over five years’ experience in the used car trade and has seen first-hand how confusing and intimidating buying a car can feel, particularly for young drivers and first-time buyers. That is why 1st Time Car Sales focuses on doing a few things properly, rather than trying to be everything to everyone.
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A Personal, Owner-Run Approach
At 1st Time Car Sales, you deal directly with the owner, not a sales team.
Tom selects every car himself, prepares every car himself, and handles every sale himself. There are no scripts, no pressure tactics and no commission-driven sales process.
This means:
• Straight answers
• Clear advice
• Realistic pricing
• No unnecessary upselling
The aim is simple:
to help you buy the right car for your needs and your budget, not the most expensive one.
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What We Specialise In
Rather than stocking everything, 1st Time Car Sales specialises in:
• First-time driver cars
• Small and medium hatchbacks
• Petrol manual vehicles
• Low running cost cars
• Simple, reliable everyday cars
These are the cars Tom knows best, and the cars that make the most sense for real life.
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Preparation and Standards
Every car is:
• Fully inspected before sale
• Serviced where required
• Supplied with a valid MOT
• HPI checked
• Prepared to a clear safety and reliability standard
Tom’s approach to preparation is honest and practical:
focus on safety, reliability and value, not cosmetic gimmicks.
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Why 1st Time Car Sales Exists
1st Time Car Sales exists to offer an alternative to:
• Pushy sales environments
• Confusing pricing
• Risky private purchases
• Over-complicated buying processes
The goal is to provide a small, local, trustworthy dealership where customers feel comfortable asking questions and confident in their decision.
Many customers come back for their second and third cars, and recommend friends and family – which is how the business continues to grow.
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If you are looking for a simple, honest buying experience from someone who genuinely cares about the cars he sells and the people he sells them to, you will feel at home at 1st Time Car Sales.
Viewings are by appointment only, so every customer gets proper time and attention.
