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I am thinking of buying a 2002 Rover 25 1.4 for £2,200, but a friend warns me that Rover hasn't got the best reputation for reliability and thinks that mechanically it might let me down. This particular...

Cab runneth over

I am thinking of purchasing a second-hand double cab pickup truck (for personal use, not work), post-2003. So far I have looked at the Mitsubshi L200 and the Ford Ranger, both 2.5 TDi. Also looked at the...

Waggoning the dog

Our most pressing need when buying a car, over above the usual issues of economy, safety, eco-friendliness, visibility, etc. etc., is how to accommodate our large rescued greyhound-cross. We go on very...

Evolving

I currently have a Volvo S40 2-litre Sport with 72,00 miles. I am considering buying a new Volvo S40 and have been quoted prices by Volvo dealers meeting Drivethedeal terms. I would welcome your opinion...

Oz tallier

I was wondering if you could offer me any advice on buying a cheap and reliable car to get me around Australia? I am in Melbourne on a working holiday visa, and am working and saving up cash to buy a car...

Cab runneth over

Having sold my previous car, a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, I'm now looking for a replacement with an automatic gearbox and would be grateful if you could advise. I'd like something that looks good, is enjoyable...

Chain letter

My wife and I have a dilemma. At present we have a 70,000 mile 1998S Nissan Almera automatic, top spec. We love it: always reliable, cheap to service oil twice a year etc., brake pads yearly. I understand...

Taking Note

I have sought your views in the past about different models and would welcome your views on buying a second-hand (up to 2 years old) Note automatic. Also would appreciate some alternative models.

Price bull

Here's a tricky one for you? Do you know how much a brand new Ford Mondeo GLX 5-door hatch cost in 1994? Thanks.

Mercedes blends

I am looking at buying a second-hand E Class Mercedes estate to replace a very old and dear friend. I have found an W211 E320 CDI Avantegard on a ‘54’ plate for about £10k with 60k on the clock (fully...