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We would welcome your advice about selecting a replacement car. At the moment we drive a BMW 118 SE petrol automatic. We live on a steep hill and last winter could only get into our drive with the help...
I am a Scenic auto driver looking to exchange a 2-litre petrol for a new Scenic. My Renault dealer is strongly advocating I go for the EDC 1.5 auto diesel, for which he says there is no particulate problem...
Is the 1.4-litre engine strong enough to shift the body in semi-auto form? Will the 16 valve do a lot better?
I bought a Rover 75 from a dealer 3 weeks ago and a garage check told me that the track rod ends were worn and need replacing. The dealer told me that I was given a 28 day warranty. Is this fair wear...
Hi, I’ve got around £4500 to spend on a supermini, must be reliable, do 50+ mpg, have air con, some street cred, up to 5 years old. I’ve been looking at slightly older MINIs and the old shape Corsa. Your...
My current car is a Subaru Legacy 2.0Ds, replacing a previous 2.5i Leagacy Tourer. I find current Legacy very boring & not as exciting as previous in enjoyment, looks & ownership experience. I'm looking...
Bought new car March 2011 - in garage 4 months later with leak from coolant tank. Garage have advised that leak is from coolant into head gasket, now replacing cylinder head and head gasket. Is this...
I commute on the train every day and the time has come where driving a 3-litre twin turbo BMW 3 miles to the station everyday is not economical, practical or financially viable. What should I replace...
I'm hoping someone can shed a bit of light on whether you have heard when the Lexus IS is due for a replacement. I've read rumours on a couple of sites stating that they replace current models every 6...
My wife is looking to replace her Nissan Note after three years of reliable service. Her only problem with it is that she struggles with a lack of comfort over a 4-hour journey. Whilst this may be part...