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I am looking for something automatic, V6 engine, with leather interior, and a saloon preferably. My choice is either a Rover 75 or a Jaguar S Type. Do you have an opinion on which I should go for, as well...
I have just purchase a 1993 MG RV8 UK model with 12,500 miles on the clock. Do I need to change the cam belt or anything else that may need attention? I have got the service history, but this only states...
My girlfriend is currently between cars and her grandparents have offered her their 1994 Rover 414, with 60,000 miles. They have owned the car from new, recently it has had a full service including; radiator,...
The intermittent function of the windscreen wipers on my 1995 Nissan Micra does not work, but the normal and fast functions do work. I'm given to understand that I need a Wiper Control Box, but Nissan...
I have a 1999 Mini Cooper. It has done 32,000 miles. It's in very good, running condition. As with all old Mini, it's beginning to show a few signs of rust in the boot which will need repairing over the...
My insurance company has asked me for the value of my car, a 1997 Ford Mondeo with 65,000 miles on the clock. I have a valid MoT and it has been serviced every year. I have no idea what to say, I suspect...
Do you think the cigarette lighter in my 1994 Chrysler Concorde turns off when I turn off the engine?
I have a 1997 MG MGF 1.8 VVC, 30,000 miles. It's extremely difficult to get it into gear. In retrospect, I think the gears have been getting stiffer for some time. There's no problem when the engine isn't...
I own a 1998 Audi A4. The pipe from the brake fluid reservoir to clutch is split and the local garage unable source new pipe because the part has not been available since 2016. Do you know where such a...
I own a 1991 Volkswagen Golf Driver Mk2 1.8. It's done 73,000 miles and has had one previous owner. I've spent £2000. Do you have any idea of what it's worth?
 

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