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I am planning a once in a lifetime trip around the Highlands and Islands of Scotland for when I retire shortly. I'd like to buy a new vehicle that will cope with public roads, whatever the condition, and...
I'm looking to buy a new or nearly new 4x4 with a genuinely flat loadspace when the rear seats are folded down. I currently have a 2004 Toyota RAV4 with an external spare wheel and removable rear seats,...
I recently purchased a Land Rover Discovery Sport on 19-inch wheels with 235/55/19 105v Pirelli scorpion Verde all season tyres. I have a set of brand new Nokian WD4 winter tyres size 245/45/18 100v XL...
Is it worth getting a Land Rover Defender that's undersealed? If it is, would you recommend having the underbody coated in wax or oil?
I'm looking for a rugged and practical 4x4 as a local run around. Not keen on Land Rover. Something ex-military would be good. Any ideas?
I live in the Dartmoor National Park and need a sturdy, reliable and capable vehicle that will cope with the local steep and untreated winter roads. For the past 12 years I have used the Land Rover Discovery...
I'm after an everyday SUV that will be able to tow a trailer and a large jet ski. The car must be large - capable of carrying four adults - and feature an automatic gearbox. I have shortlisted the Volkswagen...
We are looking to buy a used SUV with four-wheel drive. We don't plan to do serious off-roading, but will use the vehicle for ski trips to the mountains. As a result, the car must be comfortable for motorways...
I am looking to buy an economical 4x4 that needs to be able to tow 2000kg, but also double up as my commuting vehicle - I do around 50 miles a day for work. I have around £10,000-£12,000 to spend. What...
I am thinking about buying a used 2012 Audi Q3, 2.0 TFSi Quattro (71,000 miles). What are the kind of things to look out for before buying one of these?
 

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