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I am finally in a position to indulge in a two-seat sports car and would welcome your advise regarding the best Nissan 350Z version to buy. I could get a high mileage (50,000) 2008 GT version for about...

Would a brand new MG TF be a good purchase?

My local garage has a brand new MG TF for around £14,500. They say that this is a good buy because there are only 26 of these cars in the UK and they have two of them. They say that production of this...

What's the value of a Mazda MX-5 Monaco?

I'm looking at buying a Mazda MX-5 Monaco and wondered what the current valuation is? Also, what should I be looking for when viewing this model?

Does my Mazda MX-5 have a dual mass flywheel?

Does my 1.8 Mazda MX-5's MZR engine have a dual mass flywheel fitted?

Do you have any feedback on the Peugeot RCZ?

Have you any info regarding "What's Bad" about the Peugeot RCZ? I imagine the lack of rear seat space is the biggest snag. Also which engine would you go for?

Is the Alfa Romeo GT's new 170hp engine reliable?

I have been looking at the Alfa GT last special edition. If I kept it for a few years, the costs of buying a soon-to-be-replaced model would lessen and the car is packed with features and remains a thing...

Which model of Mazda MX-5 should I buy?

I'm looking to buy a small sports convertible. I can manage about £10,000. I think in the past you've recommended the Mazda MX-5. Which one would you recommend and would I save much by waiting until the...

Does the Porsche Boxster have any known handling problems?

I am a girl with a passion for sports cars. I have previously owned a BMW Z3 and Audi TT. I drove past my local Porsche dealer last week and saw a 2001 Boxster in bright yellow priced at £10,995. It has...

Which convertible sports car for £3750?

I'm looking for a considered opinion regarding the best value soft top sports car with a meagre £3750 budget. I do a lot of home maintenance but can't do bodywork or rust repairs. In-depth research so...

Can changing tyre brand really affect the handling of my Mazda MX-5?

I purchased my Mazda MX-5 1.6 in 2006 having read your in-depth review. At the time I recall that you recommended ensuring that the car came with Yokohama tyres, which I did. After 42,000 miles, the front...