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After looking at and test driving a lot of small and medium hatchbacks to replace our now three year old BMW 1 Series, we have ordered a new Renault Clio in glacier white. Please could you let me know...
I'm helping my folks replace their 2003 Ford Focus TDCI Sport with a Volkswagen Golf. They only do 6000 miles per year and fancy a Golf having had a few in the past. Which engine would you recommend? They...
I currently drive an Audi TT, but find the ride too hard. I’m thinking about a new Alfa Romeo Giulietta and have decided on the 1.4 petrol, but which spec do I opt for to get the best ride?
My wife's Nissan Micra SR Sport is seven years old with 50,000 miles on the clock and we are looking for replacement. My wife likes the Alfa Romeo MiTo, but I'm a little concerned about reliability and...
I own a KIA Sportage and am 12 months into a 42 month Personal Contract Purchase deal. My main dealer has asked me if I would like a brand new model (with two years free servicing) for the same level of...
I have a new Mercedes with an 'Eco' button, which cuts out the engine when stationary to save fuel. Surely turning the engine on and off engine wastes more fuel then just idling briefly?
I am starting to think about changing my Hyundai ix35 4x4 which has been a great car, but is now a little large for my needs. I like the high driving position, occasional use of 4x4 and built in sat nav....
Following a stroke, my husband now needs a wheelchair. We currently have a Volkswagen Golf MkIV, but I struggle to get his wheelchair into the luggage compartment. Would a new Golf be better, or should...
I am going to be a dad for the first time and will be reluctantly selling my much-loved 2005 Honda Civic Type-R. So here's the question: what kind of used or new family car can I replace it with? I have...
How robust is the PowerShift transmission in a 2.0 Tdci EcoBoost Ford Mondeo? Can I expect it to last 100,000 miles?