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I am interested in getting a SUV or 4X4, something with a high seat position. I was interested in a Mercedes estate but thinking these will be low? I have been looking at the Mercedes GLC—would be looking...
Can you tell me which Range Rover (the large one) is likely to be the most reliable please? I’m currently looking at 2018 to 2020 Petrol, diesel, or hybrid models. Would I be better buying something else?
I am looking for an SUV similar to my BMW X1. I need a similar driving position and happy with a full hybrid. What do you suggest?
I'm looking for a small reliable car, cheap to run, tax and insure. I may use it for towing a 750kg lightweight caravan. What do you suggest?
I am looking for a used estate car. Potentially petrol hybrid but petrol will do if its too pricey. I've got around £16000 to spend but less would be better. Im looking at the Mercedes CLA but wonder what...
I'm looking for a small-medium hybrid (self-charging) hatchback that I can use predominantly for 300 miles round trips once a fortnight. I'm looking for reliability, a strong safety record, efficiency,...
We have an 80+ year old female friend who needs to replace a 2002 Skoda Fabia Auto. The reality is that she will not be driving for many more years would therefore prefer to spend something under £10,000....
I need a small used petrol automatic with decent amount of poke. My budget is £18,000 and I have looked at a 5 door MINI Cooper and the Toyota Yaris so far. I don't want to sound like I'm screaming up...
My son in law just passed his driving test for automatic cars and bought a three year old Volvo XC40. Our daughter has been driving a 2017 Kia Sportage that was their family car. Now that the Volvo will...
In your opinion, which car should I replace first, my Saab Vector 2.0t with 125,000 miles and 22 years old (regular servicing, runs well and in good condition) or my wife’s VW TDI with 155,000 miles and...