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It appears that Volkswagen has very clever marketing as millions are persuaded to buy a Golf over say an Astra or Focus every year. It's sort of a status symbol to own one. However, looking on many sites...
I am a big guy with lots of stuff and need an SUV to go on the motorway. Reliablity, comfort and power are important. Running costs less so. I have narrowed choice to 39k mile, 2012 X5 40d M Sport from...
Have Land Rover finally sorted the reliability issues that have raised concerns about many of their previous models? I am impressed by the Discovery Sport and it looks to hold it value well or for a hassle...
My friend has just been offered a 2007 Ford Fusion 1.6 automatic with 50,000 miles on the clock for £2800. Are these cars good? Is this a good price? Her last car was a Honda Jazz 1.4 automatic.
My daughter is looking to buy a 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, can you tell me if the diesels are reliable?
My father's looking to replace his 2003 Ford Focus. He wants something slightly bigger but can't be much longer due to tight parking at his work. A Skoda Yeti would be absolutely perfect but I understand...
I'm thinking of buying a used Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI (122PS) in Elegance trim . Is the petrol engine strong enough to shift the Octavia with some 'zip'? Is it reliable? I've read some horror stories about...
I have a three year old Land Rover Freelander and the dealer has said I should buy an extended warranty. Should I do so?
Have you any reports on the reliability or otherwise of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?
A friend in her early 20s is looking to buy a small car and her 'dream' is to get a MINI. However, her budget is likely to be only £2000 initially. There are examples in this price range available online...