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I am thinking of purchasing a Toyota Avensis CDX. Can you advise me if the car is reliable and good mpg. The car has 123,000 miles on the clock. Is there anything I should look out for? It's w reg and...
I own a 1996 Volvo 940 Estate 2.3 SE with 133k on the clock, a Citroen Berlingo Forte 1.9 diesel on an 02 plate with 68k, and my wife owns a Nissan Micra 1.0 se with 34k. We need to consolidate and I...
I've seen a car I like being sold on Autoquake in Leeds and I live in North Devon. Are they a reputable company? The car is a Volvo V70 2008 at around £13500 with 60k miles and a full main dealer service...
My son and his partner are expecting a baby in 3 weeks time. They have realised that the 10 year old 3 door Golf they currently have will not be practical enough. Volkswagen Polo automatic 2006 reg with...
We've had several Citroen BX's. We've not yet found a moden vehicle that's as comfortable to drive. Currently we have a Modus - nice car, but the seats are so hard. Is there any way round this? Can we...
I'm looking to buy a used car for approx £3k which will last about 6 months to a year. I'm looking at "Astra/Golf" sized cars. I'm currently driving a 2002 Astra which is fine, but dull and uninspiring....
What do I look for when buying a used Audi TT?
Considering purchase of used A3 say 2/3 years old. Must be auto and 5 door possibly petrol but not opposed to diesel. As there are so many A3's in the range can you suggest the one you feel I should consider...
I am thinking of buying a used A class Mercedes between 2000 and 2004. Which in your opinion is the best and whether diesel or petrol?
I'm an international student and a big car enthusiast. I have saved up about £30k from my childhood till now. I want to buy a car, if you were in my position what sort of a car would you go with keeping...