BUYERS have been out in force during January and Honda has enjoyed the benefits, with all vehicles offered for sale at a recent auction snapped up by dealers.

The sales at BCA Brighouse achieved an average of 102% of CAP Clean as 50 franchised dealers pitched for 179 cars direct from the manufacturer.

Among the best performances were a 2002 02 Civic Type-R with 3,488 miles that achieved £13,500, or 113% CAP Clean, and a 2002 02 CR-V 2.0 SE Sport auto with 3,200 miles that made £17,000, or 92% of its current list price.

Shaun Wooton, manager of used car operations for Honda UK, said: 'Honda product continues to perform at the very peak of market expectations, a message that will surely strike a chord with fleet operators around the country.'