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I am concerned about the previous ownership of my car after reading a recent newspaper report (Daily Telegraph article by Jon Swaine 15th September 2009). I assume that you are aware of this article? In...

Key Note screech

I have just bought a second -hand 08 reg. Nissan Note from a branch of Evans Halshaw. After it had been to various branches of the company, and having completed all the paperwork and paid for it etc I...

The mem saab

I currently own a 2005 SAAB 9-5 saloon 2.2 TID Auto. It has just over 43,000 miles on the clock and has been reasonably reliable, except for the boot release that failed twice. Would you be kind enough...

Mercedes A Crass

I am a private punter thinking of buying a 2002 - 2003 Mercedes A Class at auction (probably Westbury) when one comes up in the listings. Any tips? Or would I be better off going to a dealer through eBay...

Quick one

I have had a good look around for cars now for over a month and I am looking at spending £4 - £6k on a second-hand car. I would like something with a bit of a kick to it, and medium size. I am heavily...

Velvet glove

I have read your column for some years to gain some insight into the motor world. I just thought that I might amuse you, and possibly your readers with my new car purchase. I am approaching the magic 60...

Torque and trouble

I have driven, but never owned, a number of automatic cars in the past, and I am now tempted to make my first purchase albeit from the used sector. My neighbour recently bought a 2004/54 Vauxhall Vectra...

E’sy money

I am thinking of buying a Jaguar FHC E-type. Where do you think we are in the price cycle? Going up, going down or static? Do E-types conform to the principle that a winter purchase would be cheaper?

Local hero

Our children having 'flown the nest', we would like to replace our trusty (350,000 mile) but thirsty Volvo 745 GLT estate with something smaller and more economical. A local garage is offering a 2000 'W'...

Retro-sceptic

I’m thinking of buying a 06/06 plate Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 auto with 16,000 on clock for £5,995. What do you think and what would compare? I can go up to £8,000.