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In the past we have had and been pleased with the Toyota Yaris and Suzuki Swift (current car). Both have been fully automatic (not tip-tronic which we dislike). For our next car we want something similar,...
My father is 80 and completely fit and able. However, he does find getting in and out of his current car increasingly tricky. I have suggested that we swap it for something smaller, bit higher and with...
My elderly parents need a new car. They have £7000 to spend and want a decent car that will do 60mpg. They do mostly short journeys, so only an older diesel without a DPF may work. Or a newer petrol...
I'm thinking of buying a 2014 Suzuki Kizashi for £14,999 from my local dealer. I'll only do 5000 miles and it will replace my old Vauxhall Vectra. My wife has a bad back and at five feet tall getting into...
I am looking to buy an economical car, with an automatic transmission, with leather seats and high seating. I am a 75 year old female only 5'2". What can you recommend?
I need a small car with easy access for its elderly female driver. What do you suggest?
I am 78 years old and intend to buy a new car that will still be manageable for my age in five years time. I want an automatic, with heated front seats, reliability and good comfort. I have looked at: The...
I am 80 years old and own a Volkswagen Up auto, which I want to replace. I really don't like the Up and want a smooth automatic for town driving. Can you recommend a car?
I would like to ask what is the most suitable Vauxhall Corsa model for my 83 year old Father who is still a reasonable driver for his years. Diesels can be ruled out as most of his trips are of quite short...
My husband is 75 years old with some hip/knee restriction. He is currently driving BMW X1 Diesel, doing 10,000 miles a year. He wants to replace the BMW with something that is easier to get into and has...
 

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