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I have owned a mineral green SL 280 Mercedes from new, with hard top, in very good condition registered in 2000 with 72,000 miles on the clock. I am thinking of selling it and wonder what it is worth and...
I own a 2001 Rover 25. Over the past few days I have been having some problems with the remote unlocking. I have changed the battery in the remote handset but this has made no difference and I now cannot...
I own a Rover 75 and can hear a solid metal on metal clunking from the front of the car when going over bumps. Also, there is a judder when slowing down during engine braking. I've had the clutch replaced,...
I can't bear to invest in stocks or property so am looking to an investable classic - one to cherish, use and pass through to our kids. I'm thinking Aston DB6 Vantage, original Vanquish S or something...
I recently bought a 1997 Jaguar XJ6 for £700. The sale included a private plate. Since then, I've spent £360 replacing the rear driveshaft because of bearing issues. My local mechanic now tells me it needs...
I have a 2013 Jaguar XKR (34,000 miles - out of warranty) and am considering changing to a 2013 BMW M6 convertible. Which car has the longer term "classic" potential?
I own a Mk1 Volkswagen Golf convertible which was last started 16 years ago! It has been kept in a garage since then. Apart from buying a new battery and fuel are there any other precautions to be taken...
I bought a '97 e36 328i sport coupe a few months ago and have been blown away by its combination of performance (brilliant harmony of engine, gearbox and suspension), handling and relative economy. It's...
I have a Renault 19 1993 RT with 39,000 miles on the clock. I love driving the car, but will the car ever truly be a classic? It is the saloon version so quite rare these days, the garage which services...
I would like to purchase a Bentley continental R which is the best model as an investment, also there was a gear box change around 1995- what is your opinion?
 

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