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I am looking to buy a nearly new second-hand car. I am looking for which vehicles to consider in terms of fuel economy/looks/value for money/manageable running costs, with a maximum budget of £20,000 to...
I've seen a tidy 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0TFSi quattro for sale with about 110,000 miles and only two owners. I've seen various conflicting expert reviews, many detailing a catalogue of known failures and...
I remember reading one of your columns about the Toyota Yaris. I am looking for a second-hand automatic car and would like to know which are the models to look out for and avoid. Also, I’m considering...
We are a couple in our later years. Healthy and active 70 and 80 year olds! We do a reduced mileage now average 5000 per year, but still envisage taking our car into Europe occasionally. Currently we drive...
I am looking to replace our trusty old Nissan Micra. I would like a small car that's cheap to run and very reliable. I have up to £3000 to spend.
I will be in the market for a nearly new car soon. I want something reliable and long-lasting. I drive a Ford Mondeo at present but would like a smaller car. A manual petrol preferably - any ideas?
I need to trade in my three-year-old Mazda 6 2.2 diesel. I drive approximately 20,000 miles per annum but over winding country roads and usually short journeys of 5 to 20 miles with only occasional motorway/long...
Which affordable electric car is the most reliable, in terms of faults and breakdowns?
What is the most reliable car/hybrid to buy for £10k? Something like a Nissan Juke that doesn't have the transmission and turbo problems.
I'm looking to buy an economical reliable car with low insurance group for around £5000. Any suggestions?