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I am looking to replace my Perodua Myvi with a Honda Jazz. Is a petrol model more reliable that the latest hybrid? Can you recommend which model to buy? I realise the cost is quite a lot more for the hybrid...
I own a 2008 Honda Jazz. It was a great car, but now is at the end of its life and needs to be replaced. I would like advise about which cars to consider as an replacement. I would l love to have got another...
I live on the south coast and work in the water sports industry. I’m looking for a large MPV I can take the seats out of and turn into a large van when needed. I have to take students and equipment around...
We are looking for a first car for our grandson. He is 6ft 7ins tall with size 13 feet. Many of the common first cars are not big enough for him to sit in comfortably and they do not have enough room in...
Are there any 6 to 7 year old midsize petrol SUVs that have a proper torque converter auto box?
My 28 year olf daughter has had an automatic licence for a while and now needs a car/small SUV having moved to an area that is no longer commutable by public transport. Like everyone else she wants reliability,...
I am looking of a car with indicator stalk on the right hand side. I remember Mercedes having an all-in-one stalk on the right and of course early Japanese models. Anything you can think of please, but...
As I approach retirement I probably need to give up my long term affair with Range Rover Sports and settle for something a bit more modest. I love the higher driving position of the RRS, the luxury feel...
Due to a chronic health condition I am going to have to trade in my BMW 520d M Sport as the seat is too low and the ride is too firm for me these days. With a budget of £20k, can you recommend any cars...
I am looking to buy a new VW T-Roc. Dealers are not willing to shift on price even though I have no part ex. Is negotiating a thing of the past?