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I am still driving a 2001 Zafira Mk1 but it feels close to the end of its life. Please can you advise what recent pre-owned car would most closely replicate the two aspects that I find incredibly useful?...
I currently drive a MINI Countryman PHEV. MINI no longer produces this model. Do you know if MINI has any plans to replace this model or what would be a suitable alternative? I particularly like the petrol...
I am a 78 year old woman with mobility problems. I need a small car with automatic transmission and automatic tailgate and rear view camera. Where do I start looking?
I am considering buying a Toyota Yaris. I've never owned a hybrid before and I'm concerned I will be hit with unexpected costs during ownership. It's 2 years old. I will keep for around 3 years. It's done...
I'm coming up to retirement very shortly and I need to buy a "sensible" car. I currently have a Nissan Elgrand 3.5 litre and a 3.0i BMW X5. I need to be sensible and get a car that is good on fuel, cheap...
We've always bought diesel cars as they do many miles, good MPG etc. We are looking at replacing our car - what's best to buy now diesel, petrol or hybrid? We don't want an electric - they just do enough...
As a fit and healthy 92 year old I am really worried that I may not be able to afford my next car insurance premium, on my 15 plate Toyota Yaris Icon, due on the 8th January 2026. Please could you advise...
Our current car is an old Citroen C4 which is fine apart from a lack of space with 2 adults and 3 children. One still in a child seat (and will be for about 2 years) others are growing teenagers with long...
I am looking to replace my current car with a budget of no more than £6000. The requirements are an estate or SUV with good boot space (dogs annd camping gear) and for it to be an automatic diesel. I have...
I have about £15,000 to spend on a used three door coupe. There are a very few Infiniti Q60 models on AutoTrader which interest me - the 2.0 version. Any views on reliability, etc, please or other alternatives