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Hi I have a 2007 3 Series BMW which is a great car however I am tired of the concerns regarding grip in winter with rear wheel drive, despite using winter tyres. We are expecting our first child in the...
If I get a quote from an internet company how can I check they are legally trading and my money and order will be ok?
I need a cheap, economical car. Thinking of Hyundai i10, KIA Picanto, Skoda Citigo or Fiat Panda and I have between £5000 and £6000 to spend. Can you suggest which one I should consider or if any other...
Can you advise me of any small, five-door family cars that include a rear seat that is moveable while upright/erected? I have found the Nissan Note has this feature. Low insurance grouping is important,...
I'm looking for a 5 door hatchback to lease which is reliable and a good runner for long distances. I have it down to the following four, Honda Civic 2.2 i DTEC 16v, Volvo V40 1.6 D, Volkswagen Golf...
I purchased an '02' Mitsubishi Carisma 2.0 D-ID in September 2012. In getting the car home, it triggered Limp Mode - phoned the trader I purchased from, who advised me to take it to one of the garages...
I currently drive a 52 plate Mini Cooper and am looking for advice on what to get next. I have recently started a new job so am doing a 40 mile each way commute now. I have owned the MINI for 2 years...
I drive 13k miles per year mostly urban with frequent motorway trips (majority less than 40 miles), I've read all about the issues with diesel particulate filters as reported here but not the rest of the...
I am about to move away from home and need a car for myself for the first time. My Dad has offered to sell me his Mazda 2 10 reg or help me buy an alternative. As most of my driving will be around Sheffield...
My fiance is looking to buy a smallish used car for a maximum of £4K. It must be able to accommodate a push chair as she is currently expecting. She insists on power steering. What would you recommend?
 

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