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I remember you wrote recently about huge repair bills on early Mercedes-Benz A-Class models and wonder if you could advise which parts/years/mileages to avoid? My son has been recommended an A-Class for...
I am struggling to find secondhand Honda CR-V SE version - one dealer has told me that not many have been sold due to the ES version being better equipped for not much more money. Is that a true statement,...
I purchased an ex-demonstrator 2009 Fiat Doblo Dynamic Multijet earlier this year from a Fiat main dealer, expecting it to have the rake and reach steering column adjustment, but it has only the rake movement....
I read your article on 9 July regarding the changes to the Hyundai i20, and was particularly interested in the reduced road tax. If I was ordering that car today would I get one of the reduced road tax...
Is there a reason why Mazda does not manufacture the 6 in diesel automatic, as many other manufacturers do have diesel autos? This would drop the CO2 level and allow a reduced road tax.
I'm thinking of buying an early MX-5. I remember you recommending a particular year as being the being the best bet, which was it? I like to work on my own vehicles and I think that you mentioned that...
I'm not sure whether to trade in my 2002 52-reg 1.5 S model Nissan Almera or spend more on new tyres and brake pads. I visited a showroom and saw a basic Micra, brand new but now obsolete, and could change...
I've heard that the Peugeot 107, Citroen C1 and Toyota Aygo were made identical, with a few changes. Do all three cars have the same clutch kit?
Could you tell me if there are any changes being made to the Note, September onwards. My dealer said he thought they might alter the engines, but said they would be the last to know. Anything you can find...
I have £7000 to spend on a used car and have a choice of two motors to buy. I have placed a check on both cars and both are ok. Obviously I have to check the validity of the documentation, VIN numbers...
 

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