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I am thinking of buying a 2007 Renault Megane Scenic 1.5 DCI. Is there anything I should watch out for on this model?
I've been offered A 2001 Renault Clio with 40,000 miles on the clock. Is there anything that I should look out for and check as I have heard reports of bonnet problems?
Which is the best choice for a used petrol automatic - Ford Focus Powershift, Volkswagen Golf DSG or SEAT Leon DSG?
I like the Mazda2 (2007 onwards) and Suzuki Swift (2010 onwards). 1) Can you please tell me which would be more reliable in the longer run if I were to buy used? 2) Which of these would have the lower...
I'm thinking of buying a used (2011) Mercedes-Benz S-Class, but am worried about the recent bad press of diesels. Which engine should I opt for?
I'm looking to buy a used Peugeot 3008 1.6 petrol. It has a full service history, but I'm a little worried about what to look out for. Is there anything that usually needs replacing? The car has done 55,000...
My daughter is expecting a second baby and needs a used automatic with plenty of space for her commute to school. Her average mileage is 8000 and a petrol engine would be preferable. What do you recommend?...
I am getting a Honda Stream 2.0 VTEC SE Sport with 100,000 miles on the clock. Is this a good car? If so, what should I look out for?
I am trying to buy a repossessed car from a company that specialises in repo vehicles. Can you tell me what I should watch out for when buying such vehicles?
My daughter is pestering me to buy her first car. She is still in full time education and has a weekend job. We have seen advertised an ex-rental white Suzuki Alto 1.0 SZ2 L (2011) with five-doors and...