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I recently bought a second hand Toyota Aygo Black 1.0L with air con. How often should it be used? Does it reduce mpg greatly if used in this small car?
I am starting a new job and will need to commute 25 miles each way. I am looking for a new car that is very fuel efficient (my current 2005 Ford Focus guzzles fuel) and I also need removable air bags so...
Which cars in the 1.2/1.4 petrol category (manual gearbox) would you recommend?
I’m thinking of buying a used luxury car for around £20,000. It must have comfortable seats and lots of toys. I live the Lexus CT200, but would like some more alternatives. What would you recommend?
I’m in the market for a used car. I want something small, with five-doors and low/zero VED. What would you recommend for £5000?
I want to downsize from my Mercedes-Benz C-Class CDI as I head towards retirement. I want a car that is smaller, but provides me with a similar quality of ride, economy and comfort. My only spec requirements...
My wife has a damaged left ankle and wants to buy a small automatic for greater comfort. What do you recommend we buy?
Seven years ago I bought a used Honda Jazz 1.4SE on your recommendation and have been very pleased with it. The time has come to replace it (the gearbox is failing), my budget is £7000, with 10,000 annual...
I need to get a more practical vehicle since my husband now needs to use a walking frame / wheelchair. At moment I only have a 2009 Aston Martin Vantage (which I want to keep, so both cars must fit into...
My 17 year old daughter passed her test last week and we want to buy her a car. We have narrowed our choice to the Toyota Aygo, Peugeot 107 and Citroen C1, as they all look similar. Can you tell us which...