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I need a 2-3yr old small automatic to replace my trusty old X reg Micra. Can spend up to £6500. You have mentioned a jerky ride with some of the auto gearboxes - I am 78 and don't want to have to relearn...
I bought a new Ford Ka in March. I wish to reject the deal as the car has had a fault since new, and despite several attempts to fix it by the dealer they have failed. Ford finance refuse to let me cancel...
I need a small automatic car for my 79 & 91 year old parents. It must have with all round parking sensors & good visibility, as well as wide doors and high seats without high sides for easy access, for...
I have an Agila petrol 1.2 with approx 35000 miles on clock. How can I tell whether timing chain needs replacing or whether it is a tensioner fault or cam sensor fault? Diagnostic code is 0340 but car...
Single mum looking to get another car - not too small but low tax, cheap insurance, good on fuel, cheap to repair.
I've helped my disabled 78 year old neighbour buy new cars every four years because previously she could not negotiate a sensible price. We've bought three Nissan Micra autos which have served her well....
My 18 year old son is thinking about buying a SEAT Ibiza - what do you recommend and are there any issues with them to look out for? He is looking for 2005 05 plate.
Would the VW Up with the automatic gearbox be a suitable car to tow behind a Motorhome for a sustained journey, ie not just for a limited period or very low mph?
i am 26 years old and have been taking driving lessons fo aboutr 9 months, in a few months i hope to have passed my test, what small cars would you recommend and should i go for a new or a used car.
Having been burnt by expensive replacement of a failed CVT on current car, I wish to replace with a new or used small to medium car with a reliable AND economical automatic gearbox before warranty on new...
 

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