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I currently have a Fiat Punto GT which I have had since new and absolutely love. I like a car to have the power to get me out of trouble and to enjoy driving. I like a car where I can feel the road,...
We are expecting our first child in September and are looking to buy our first car before then. We are happy with a second hand model, a couple of years old, manual, petrol or diesel (we live in London...
I have decided I want an Audi A6 Avant, and I know exactly what model and features I want. The best I can negotiate from Audi is about £40k so where else should I look?
Received encouraging replies in the back room on a very clean 08 plate, one owner, 184K new model Peugeot Expert TD with FSH for daughter's private use, approx 10K per annum at £3950. As belt and braces,...
I currently drive a Y reg Seat Arosa - bought at a year old ,which has proved reliable and economical for my 1,000 miles per month commuting mainly by motorway. I would like to replace it with a similarly...
I have currently a Smart Passion Diesel which is just under 1 year old. So far I have been delighted with the car but my driving mileage is going to dramatically change. Currently I am driving approx...
Is there a car on the market that can match the Citroen C5 Tourer Exclusive Hydrostatic (2008-on) for its ability to turn our cratered and potholed roads into a quiet and comfortable magic carpet ride?...
I'm looking at a '58 plate (facelift model), manual XC90 SE with 78000 miles for 15995. I've test driven it and it is immaculate. However I am concerned residuals will crash when the new XC90 appears (supposedly...
We have researched new small estate cars and found a Volvo V50 matches our needs. We are interested in the 1600 diesel drive (stop/start) model and will cover 15000 miles per year - a mix weekly long runs...
I recently bought a Fiat 500 and noticed that the warranty started four weeks before I bought the car. The dealership has said that this is down to the car being registered early. I have asked for a confirmation...