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I am considering buying a late model (2007 - 2016) classic Land Rover Defender 110 XS. I have read that the build quality reduced overtime as LR reduced QA before the end of production. Is this correct? Which...
Some advice on what to buy next please. We have a Toyota Hilux and we need to swap it for something smaller and cheaper to run. We have 2 – 3 wet labradors so need dog space, 4 seats and proper 4x4 (gundogs...
Which cars have reasonable ground clearance?
I have a Nissan Navara currently fitted with road tyres however I'm considering replacing them with off road tyres as some of my work takes me off road where even with my 4 x 4 capability (and hi/lo ratio)...
We live up a steep hill on an unmade road. I do low mileage (6000 a year or so) but have been spoilt with my current electric car auto gear box which is obviously silky smooth perfection! The new house...
I'm looking for a 4x4 car about 10 years old that is easy for someone who suffers from arthritis in the hands, an automatic with an easy to move gear stick. We currently have a Freelander which requires...
I currently own a 2016 Suzuki SX4 S-Cross manual petrol. After 59000 miles of good service I am wondering whether to update. It was purchased to deal with rough rural roads and occasional snow, although...
I need a small, reliable, automatic 4WD, preferably with a reversing camera. Do you have any suggestions?
I'm looking to buy a new or used 4x4. My budget is around £350 per month. My weekly drive isn't much, just a 20-mile round commute, but I plan go camping at weekends. I don't need a big Land Rover Discovery-sized...
I live in a rural location where the roads are rather rough and can be quite muddy. It is an eight-mile drive to the nearest town. If ever there was a need for a 4x4 it's here. Can you make a suggestion...