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My new Suzuki Swift 1.5 Automatic achieves 50mpg on a long run and 45mpg around town. This is my first car that beats the manufacturer figures for fuel economy. I am not a slow driver, so wish to praise...
A couple of weeks ago I lost my car keys while walking my grandson across the South Downs. This was very upsetting, partly because I never lose anything and more so because a replacement key for my Smart...
I’m an expat living in Cape Town. I’m thinking about buying a Ford Ranger 3-litre TDCI manual but have concerns about the Turbo and Dual Mass Flywheel. The vehicle would be a 2008/09, would you know if...
Is there a scam going on with insurance companies? Two have tried it on almost one after the other. I changed my car to a different spec vehicle and updated my policy, which meant changing the policy and...
Could you please advise me about a hefty service quotation I have received from the local Volvo main dealer for a 100,000-mile service of my 1996 Volvo S40 automatic? They have serviced the car since I...
I would appreciate advice on maintenance of new car bodywork/what product(s)would you recommend to build up a barrier on paintwork to help withstand chips/weather etc. How best to apply and how often? Lastly,...
I bought an i30ES in June and have now done 3,000miles. Very pleased with the roadholding and the dealer was a pleasure to do business with. The tyres are noisy, but I will keep them until they need replacing...
I have just spent hours on the net and phone trying to get the best quote for my 17-year-old son who is on his provisional licence. He has a 2000 Corsa, value £1,000. We have two cars insured with Direct...
I purchased a Mercedes SL350 in June 2009 from a reputable dealer, the car belonged to his mother it had done 14,500 miles and is mint condition. It is 2003/53 registration, and I paid £27,400 for it....
I wonder if you can help me? I have recently had an MoT on my Fiesta Zetec and a coil spring replaced. Subsequently, the alarm keeps going off on the car - waking my neighbours at 4am so I am not very...
 

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