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Need a cheap diesel estate - What should I get?
I have £3500 to spend on a diesel estate. I’m not worried about age, but need something reliable and without a DPF. What do you recommend?
Asked on 28 May 2014 by simonr
Answered by
Honest John
Probably a late Mk III Mondeo 2.0TDCI 115, but be aware of the problem areas in the entry in www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar
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