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I am 28 but only passed my test a year ago. I will be doing about 24k per year on the dual carriageway commute (30 miles each way). My budget is £6000 but could add a little for the right car. Was thinking...
I'm thinking of purchasing a BMW 320i 2.2 2003 59k, immaculate in all respects apart from a rattle or ticking from the engine compartment that I noticed on tick over, possibly more noticeable when warm....
I have purchased a 57 registered BMW E91 Touring from Car Giant with full service history and for a fair price. Within two days the car was misfiring at low engine speeds. Taking it to my local main...
I am looking to replace a 56-plate Mazda 6 Estate with something smaller now my twin daughters are 5 and no longer need a double buggy etc. I do short local journeys with occasional motorway run. It...
I have a 3 year old Clio 1.2 3-door. I finish paying for it in April. I think I should trade in for new. I want similar size car but with better fuel economy (currently avg 36mpg) and cheap/no tax (currently...
I'm contemplating buying a 2008 SAAB 9-3 Aero 180 TTiD sportswagen (55k FSSH) for £10k. Given SAABs current plight - is this now a risky buy? The car is great, but I'm worried about spending £10K now...
We have a 2006 Discovery with 80k on the clock and have been offered £12,500 as a trade in against a year old KIA Sorento KX2 with 11k on the clock. I am attracted by the Kia 7 year warranty and 42mpg...
Hi I've asked advise and taken it several times regarding car purchase from HJ. My girlfriend has owned a Vauxhall Corsa 1.3CDTi Ecoflex since new and it's now done 55000 miles and if approaching four...
Time to replace my ageing Mk1 Ford Galaxy 2.3 auto. It's been pretty good but soulless and it eats drivetrain components and tyres. I don't really like the 'sitting on it' feel of MPVs and the ride isn't...
I am thinking of buying a Jaguar X-Type in 2012. I only drive 4000 miles a year with many short journeys. I could spend up to 10k. Prefer automatic but manual OK. Petrol or diesel? AWD or not? 20k miles...
 

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