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I need to look for a replacement for our 1996 Peugeot 405 GLXD Turbo estate which we have had since 1999, not because there is anything wrong with it but because the weight and power are both well short...
We are looking to replace our 53 plate Vauxhall Meriva (which we have been very pleased with) with a used Vauxhall Astra - only one or two years old. We do about 10,000 to 12,000 miles a year. We are...
I am currently an owner of the mark 1 Toyota Yaris 1.3 (5 speed manual) but it has now done huge mileage (147k) and I want to replace with the Honda Jazz CVT (2008), last of the old shape. Just wanted...
I'm looking to buy a small family car to keep the next seven years. In the past I've always bought 'nearly' new at 6-18 months old. What would you recommend? I average 12k miles a year mostly on town,...
I bought the car in September and I have had to have the brakes replaced. The garage replaced this at its cost four weeks after purchase as I got VOSA involved. The car seemed fine until now. It keeps...
I recently purchased second hand car and the car dealer asked if I wanted to buy a warranty. I said 'no', since in the past they have rarely paid out for faults. He replied 'well we have to ask, and...
I have a 2009 Hyundai i20, and would like to change for something similar to the Citroen C3 - but would also like low emission around 110g/km, low road tax and better mpg. I would also like to be able...
I've had a wonderful 2002 Honda Legend from new, and see that it may be nearing the end. Modern cars seem to have hip pinching seats, and harder ride - and lack Honda reliability. Suggestions for a three...
I have a young family, and now require a larger car but I want it to match certain criteria. I currently drive a Ford Fusion but this is quite a squeeze with 3 child car seats. I have a young baby, a...
Does the warranty go with the car when it is sold?