We used to buy loads of cars from auctions but it is a trade event and you have to know what you are doing.
The advice to buy new is sound advice. I bought a Peugot Partner new a couple of weeks ago. The main agents are offering fantastic deals on all makes.
I got a £3,800 discount, side door, metallic paint air-con, CD player and its costing me £35 a week.
Thats better than leasing and better than buying secondhand.