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Can you help me choose my next car? I do about 9,000 miles per year. I am 70 years old and most of my motoring is local up to 30 miles. But I regularly travel for holidays, around 120 miles each way with...
Now that Volvos are all-electric or hybrid, would you still recommend the XC60 or should I look for an alternative as I really want petrol? If so, what would you recommend?
A family member has a diesel Ford S-MAX. It's nearing time for a newer model and they require seven seats. They have always liked the Ford but London has begun discriminating against diesel. They cover...
O recently retired and I'm wanting an SUV for easier access. I do mostly short journeys, sometimes with two grandchildren. 8000-9000 miles annually anticipated. I have a static caravan that we travel to...
I'm starting to get bored of all the fantastically reliable Japanese/Koreans cars which have shuffled me from A-B for decades. I'm finally willing to let the standards slip a little but so many cars seem...
What is the best petrol engine concerning resale value and longevity? I'm looking to get something used, about the size of the Skoda Yeti. I'll be driving long distances and a diesel seems the best option...
I have a three year old BMW 5 Series Touring 2.0d with 60,000 miles on the clock. I bought it new with deposit, monthly payments terminating in August with a final payment of £11,500. Given the growing...
I'm thinking of changing my 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350 CDI for an E400 petrol or an E300 hybrid. I drive 6000 - 7000 miles annually, normally 20 mile journeys with occasional European trips. What is your...
 

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