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We are looking for a small automatic car for my wife, up to £5,000. We have found a Mitsubishi Colt and some Honda Jazz for sale, but my research so far seems to show that both these can have troublesome...
I'm looking for the best diesel option out of an 07/08 Volvo S40, Volkswagen Passat or Jetta. Reliability and fuel economy are my most important considerations. What would you recommend?
A while back you recommended a Honda Civic for my daily commute. I'm mightily happy with it but now I need a petrol Estate. Up to say 6 years old, capable of carrying 5 adults and two dogs. Fuel economy...
Which car is the better buy, in terms of reliability and resale value - a new Toyota Aygo or a MINI One with 20,000 miles on the clock?
As an avid reader of your weekly column I thought you might be able to help with the following: I've seen a 2011 Renault Grand Scenic automatic for sale with a 2.0 petrol engine. In your 'car by car'...
Do you have a review of the Jaguar S-Type? What should I look out for when buying one?
How good is the Renault Laguna and what should I look for when buying one?
Could you please let me know if there are any common faults or issues with the Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI? I am thinking of buying a 2011 model, but am a bit on edge due to the horror stories of timing chains...
Should I buy a 2005 Toyota RAV4?
My daughter is interested in buying a Kia Picanto (2006 plate). It's got 46,000 miles on the clock and 11 months left on the MoT. Would you recommend buying this car?
 

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