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About 18 years ago I bought an early Porsche 911 as a fun daily driver - now it feels too valuable for that role. What is today's equivalent? I want a car that's characterful and nimble, but good for...
I am in the lucky position of being able to consider buying a new Cayman GTS. I have a couple of questions though: - Is it realistic to expect to get anything off the price or even a couple of options...
I want to buy a used Porsche with a budget up to £38,000. What would you recommend?
I am considering a 2008 Boxster S manual with one owner and full Porsche history. The car has 23000 miles and looks brand new. It will be a second car doing 5000 miles p.a. Should I have any major concerns...
My wife and I are planning a road trip through France, Switzerland and Italy. We want a two seater sports car to take us there in style. I am 6ft 4in which rules out some of the popular options. I want...
I have seen a 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 320 Edition for sale, with full history and 87,000 miles on the clock. The asking price is £9970. I have always lusted after this car but could never afford one. Now...
I’m looking at buying a new Porsche Cayman as a long term purchase (10 years+) and love the PDK gearbox, but worry about reliability & complexity over that amount of time, how similar is this gearbox...
My father, brother and I are looking to buy a sports car mainly for weekend driving. We are looking to spend around £25,000- £35,000 (maximum) and are looking at Porsche 911 997s and even some 996s. We...
My much-loved 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK 230K cabriolet is now up to 103,000 miles, and is starting to cost serious money so I fear it has to go. I would hope to keep its replacement for at least five years...
I have been offered a 2.8-litre 1998 BMW Z3 for £2000. I have known the lady owner and her husband for some time and she has told me that the only reason for the sale is her age (mid 70s) and health (arthritis)....