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On your recommendation we bought a Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost three years ago. We are planning to replace it. What would you recommend (other than another Fiesta) that we buy?
I'm looking at replacing my current car with a small petrol 4x4. I do about 7000 miles a year and want a car that will allow me to do lots of outdoor activities, all year round. I intend to keep the vehicle...
We're looking at buying a small second-hand car (e.g. Seat Ibiza, Ford Fiesta, Volkswagen Polo, Vauxhall Corsa size). We want to spend around £5000 and would like a good deal with as low mileage as we...
I am looking to buy a late Pluriel. Could you tell me which is the best engine and is the diesel a modern one with a DPF or is at an older style?
I am after a small yet spacious automatic car for under £2900. I am 6ft 3in and only need this to get me to work and home which is at maximum 20 miles overall. Which car would you suggest I buy?
I'm just getting ready to buy my first (used) car and despite my research I'm finding it a bit overwhelming. I live in the countryside in Wales and am looking for something cheap to run and insure over...
I have owned three Suzuki Swifts and now, due to a disability, need a larger car that can hold a wheelchair and three people. The new Suzuki Baleno appears to fit the bill - but the six-speed automatic...
We bought our 20 year old daughter a 2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 (five-door) in 2015. Whilst it is economical and good to drive, it is slow on motorways, has a small boot and is not powerful enough. What...
My partner is in the market for a small(ish) car to replace her SKoda Fabia 1.9TDi. Her job now requires her to has to make long journeys every week or so, and she's finding the Fabia is too noisy, both...
I currently have a Fiat Panda 1.2 with 60PS and it's great, but I'm looking for a newer car. Having read all your reviews on small city cars, I've found the Panda to be the best choice. The 1.2 engine...