I need a small auto for my elderly parents
I need a small automatic car for my 79 & 91 year old parents. It must have with all round parking sensors & good visibility, as well as wide doors and high seats without high sides for easy access, for short journeys.
Asked on 29 September 2012 by DT Wakefield
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Suzuki Splash 1.2 auto or Vauxhall Agila 1.2 auto. The sensors will be extra.
Dear Honest John,
Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:
Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:
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