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My wife has spinal nerve damage and finds most cars uncomfortable to ride in and difficult to get in and out. We also have a large dog so large boot space is required. My current car is a (2011) Land...
I need a car with 4wd in order to tow glider trailers out of farmer's muddy field. However, most of the driving will be on ordinary road so I need the option of 2wd. The Suzuki Jimny has 2wd/ 4wd high...
We’re in the process of trying to spec an Ineos Grenadier but can’t decide between steel and alloy wheels. What are the pros and cons of both in a big 4x4?
I am looking for a new company vehicle. I work in outdoor events - in the summer I am on green field sites across the country and in the winter I’m doing the meeting rounds with current and prospective...
We're looking for a vehicle with tolerable road driveability and 4x4 capability for light towing and lugging across our fields and general farm work. I guess it's about an 75/25 mix. Use would be light...
I would like to buy a used Fiat Sedici with its switchable two and four-wheel drive system. Apart from finding a grassy hill to drive up (and assuming there is no snow on the ground) how can I test that...
I own a 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. It is in good condition and I'm trying to find out its value. Can you help?
Can you recommend the best 4x4 for under £15,000?
I need a 4x4 with a large bot and low boot lip for giant breed dogs. It also needs good ground clearance. A Subaru doesn't have the ground clearance I need for fields etc. I have up to £17,000 to spend....
I will be without a car for 6 months as the police are kindly looking after my licence. I currently have a diesel Kia Sportage, which I will sell. I want a 4x4. What fuel type should I buy? From doing...