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We are looking for a Mini Moke or similar, that is very basic and a car that is suitable for use in the tropics and near the sea. It needs to be mechanically simple to fix - so minimal electrics and no...
My mother is about to have her third clutch in four years replaced. We moved to rural Devon where there are steep hills and narrow lanes with passing places. She is a game old bird who loves to drive...
Have a Nissan Micra R reg and have only done 60,000 miles. She sadly needs to be replaced. What would you recommend for someone who usually only does town mileage, with occasional trips out in GB at...
My wife is planning to change her car this year. Can you recommend a short list of candidates to consider which will satisfy the following criteria please? High seating position for easy access Smaller...
I'm wondering, from reviews and personal experience, what good, small, economical first car would be best for me. My commute is around 15 miles on A roads, with the occasional longer stint on the motorway....
Due to poor fuel economy and rising fuel costs I'm changing my Suzuki Grand Vitara diesel (06 plate). My budget is around £11-£12K for used car. I drive a short urban route to work (20 mile round trip/day);...
I am looking to buy a small-medium size car. I currently drive an automatic Corsa (07 plate) but I am finding it only does 40 mpg. The car needs to have room for an average size wheelchair in the boot...
I have a Suburu Forester Turbo, which I have owned from new in 1993. I love everything about it, particularly the acceleration, the room for two big dogs and the comfort. It is time to replace it, even...
Stuck between the choice of a top of the range Peugeot 207 and a 1.4 Volkswagen Polo SE. Both have different plus points; the 207 more gadgets, and the polo better resale value. Which would you recommend?...
I am currently trying to find a car to buy and I have come across a 2003 1.3L Ford Fiesta LX, which has done 59,000 miles. It's priced at £2995 from an independent dealer (Croydon area). The car drives...