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I have owned a 2012 Ford Transit van for 2.5 years. I purchased it secondhand and this past year it has given me nothing but grief. I was told that Ford parts where inexpensive to repair, this is utter...
I have a Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer. The casing for the in-car, road-sign detection camera is so large that I can't fit a regular dash-cam behind the mirror. Is there software available that would enable...
How much is a 1987 Nissan Sunny with 84,000 miles worth? Will it appreciate if I keep it?
I want to buy a reasonably priced tracker for my new Audi A4 Avant. Any suggestions?
I've lost the key for my 2004 Renault Master. What's going to be the best solution to rectify this?
I'm over 80 year old, returning to the UK with an EU licence and maximum no claims bonus. Where is the best place to obtain insurance?
Can you recommend the best Ford Transit variant to tow a caravan weighing up to 2000kg on long European journeys? It would ideally be a short wheelbase version and either a panel van or double cab van...
We have four children and are struggling with our Citroen C4 Grand Picasso. We need a secondhand replacement with space and a decent boot, so very few cars are suitable. We do 6000 miles per year with...
Having just purchased a new Ford, I want to set up a service plan. I know Ford do various plans, but my garage have theirs too, which for more cost has a few more aspects of cover. Do you recommend just...
I was in stationary traffic when a car drove into the stationary van behind me. There was a lot damage between the car and the van. Although the front of the van tapped my car lightly, there was no damage...