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Are young but high mileage high performance undercover police cars (Volvo/BMW) with a lot of cosmetic wear a bargain buy?
I recently lost my beloved 1998 Fiat Coupe 20v Turbo, after a head-on collision with a drunk driver. We were lucky to walk away. Having owned the car since 2002 I am looking for a replacement with the...
What would you recommend as the most comfortable performance saloon/coupe? I've had BMW M cars and Audi RS. Now I'm considering an older Alpina - B3S, for example. Thanks.
I’m after a performance car but I don’t want to pay ridiculous insurance premiums. Am I living in dreamland?
Which would be most appropriate for everyday use, a second-hand Golf GTI or a used Golf R?
I'm looking to buy a Golf GTI 2017-2018 at a Volkswagen dealer soon. I know about the DSG servicing at 40,000 miles, but what other problems do I need to be wary of? What is regarded at being high mileage...
Do you think I should buy new or secondhand Volkswagen T-Roc R? I drive a Golf R but my husband finds it difficult to get into. Thank you.
I'm hoping to purchase a 2013 Jaguar F-Type and have noticed quite a few of these vehicles have low mileages. In performance cars does this cause any mechanical problems due to the cars sitting immobile...
I purchased a BMW M4 from my local main dealer last week and after paying a deposit I was advised (salesman said they were obligated to) that the car had been used for track days by BMW UK. I had asked...
I've recently ordered a new Golf GTI 245 Performance DSG which is a factory order due to options and colour choice. The dealer expects delivery time to be 12-16 weeks, mentioning that WLTP tests will not...