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I currently have a BMW 318is which is getting on and have £20,000 to spend on a new car. I would like something used that's a nice, petrol, manual and possibly a convertible. The pedal positioning in my...
How do I clean green mould off of my soft top?
When I try to open the roof of my Peugeot 307 CC it says 'operation impossible, screen not in place'. What does this mean? I have only just bought it
I currently own a 2016 Mazda MX5 1.5. If I change it, what are the best options for a sports/roadster type under £25,000?
Is there another small convertible to rival my ageing Fiat 500C? I want something that is just as compact, has a back seat to take a dog or small people and, unlike the MINI convertible, looks nice!...
I'm 66, retired and disabled but I want a convertible. Please will you recommend one that doesn't have a 1.6 VVTi engine, preferably with a tin roof and no more than £1600.
I love the look of the new Mazda MX5 hardtop, but could the retractable roof mechanism cause problems in years to come and would I be wiser to stick to the (much cheaper) soft top?
I am thinking of purchasing a Jaguar XK 4.2 convertible, for summer use only but the vehicle I have found in within my budget has a Cat D Status. The information I have gleamed from the seller is that...
I have just acquired a tidy 1986 Vauxhall Cavalier Mk2 convertible with FSH and one previous owner. it's done 123,000 miles and importantly, the body is very solid and the hood is sound. My understanding...
I am thinking of buying a MINI Cooper S convertible. Can you tell me if there are any major issues with these cars? What should I look out for when buying used?
 

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