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I am looking to replace my 2.2 Automatic Vauxhall Omega estate with something of a similar-ish size boot, while still being an auto and petrol, as my commute to work is only about four miles so makes a...
I need to change my car and have a choice between a 2010 Honda Civic 2.2 I-ctdi se (95,400 miles) or a 2009 BMW 318d with 114,300 miles. I understand that the Honda doesn't have DPF, what is quite good,...
Now that I have retired, I want to buy a fun convertible to keep a long time and hopefully see me out. I will only do about five thousand miles per year, but need a automatic with good all round reliability....
I bought a 2009 Lexus RX400 from a dealer and took delivery on the understanding that they would subsequently make good the stolen spare tyre and bracket. They admitted liability verbally, but I am now...
I am 25 and I have recently (six months ago) passed my test. I am looking to purchase a used car and my budget is £2000-£4000. The car I learned to drive in was a Volkswagen Golf Mk V and I have had a...
I need some advice on buying a new second hand car. We are a family of six, with two adults and four children under the age of 10. We have looked at the Ford Galaxy, Seat Alhambra and Renault Grand Scenic,...
I am considering buying a 2009 a BMW 318d estate, 120,000 miles, FSH for £8000, do you think it will be reliable?
I have been offered a 2010 Volkswagen Passat estate diesel, with 82,000 miles and full service history from a family member for £6000. Do these cars suffer from lots of problems?
I am looking at buying a 2004 Volvo XC90 for £6900, which includes a trade in for our 2010 Ford Mondeo Titanium. Do you think this is a good deal?
I am looking to buy a 2010 Honda Civic 2.2 diesel. It has covered 34,000 miles and the dealer wants £10,695. Is this a good deal? What sort of mpg should I expect?