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Buying a family car

What car would you recommend for a young family for poor quality roads? Fuel type doesnt matter.

Asked on 14 June 2012 by Kazan

Answered by Honest John
Mazda 5 1.6dTS2. Has be far the best, most compliant suspension and the best (205/55 R16 Toyo J48) tyres.

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