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  New Golf VI GTIs at up to £954.84 Discount 11 May 2009 (News)
  More information and more new car leasing deals at www.dsgauto.com . Specialists in Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, SAAB, SEAT, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.
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  BMW produces five millionth 5 Series 18 Mar 2008 (News)
  It produces performance-luxury motorcycles and along with its own brand it is the parent company of both Rolls-Royce and Mini. BMW also currently employs some 107,079 employees, according to statistics from 2007.

  Record number of visitors flock to 2016 NEC Classic Motor Show 14 Nov 2016 (News)
  The Meguiar’s Club Showcase gathered 16 cars from club events held across the UK for its grand finale. With a mixture of marques displayed, it was Andy Nash from Dover in his restored 1966 Mini Traveller who took the title for 2016. Andy Nash's restored 1966 Mini Traveller won the club showcase.
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  1934 Talbot Darraq makes £13,508 in Sandown Park auction 6 Aug 2011 (News)
  Quality and preparation are the watchwords at present, and three of the strongest-sellers proved the point. While a diverse selection, the common theme was their superb condition. From the 1970 Mini Cooper ‘S’ MkIII at £12,330 to the 1993 Range Rover LSE at £4,670 buyers did not find condition wanting, but the title of ‘best-presented car of the sale’ fell without doubt to the 1972 Lotus Elan +2S 130.
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  REG PLATES DON'T REGISTER WITH MOTORISTS 11 Aug 2008 (News)
  The plate changes that makes the difference in price The following prices sourced from BCA's online Auction View service 05/55 Mini Cooper 1.6 Hatchback, 3 Doors, Petrol.28K £6,856 06/55 Mini Cooper 1.6 Hatchback, 3 Doors, Petrol. 25K £6,950 06/06 Mini Cooper 1.6 Hatchback, 3 Doors, Petrol. 22K £7,247 05/55 Ford Focus 1.6 LX Hatchback, 5 door Manual Petrol. 29K £4,439 06/55 Ford Focus 1.6 LX Hatchback, 5 door Manual Petrol. 25K £4,835 06/06 Ford Focus 1.6 LX Hatchback, 5 door Manual Petrol. 24K £5,150 06/06 BMW 318I 2.0 SE Saloon, 4 Doors, Manual Petrol. 30k £10,028 06/56 BMW 318I 2.0 ES Saloon, 4 Doors, Manual Petrol/ 27K £10,900 04/54 BMW 320D 2.0 ES 150BHP Saloon, Manual Diesel. 79K £5,994 05/54 BMW 320D 2.0 ES 150BHP Saloon, Manual Diesel. 74K £6,538 05/05 BMW 320D 2.0 ES 150BHP Saloon, Manual Diesel. 70K £6,607 The BCA Guide to Registration Plates 01/51 September 2001 02/02 March 2002 02/52 September 2002 03/03 March 2003 03/53 September 2003 04/04 March 2004 04/54 September 2004 05/05 March 2005 05/55 September 2005 06/06 March 2006 06/56 September 2006 07/07 March 2007 07/57 September 2007 08/08 March 2008 08/58 September 2008 *Sample question: The options given for respondents to choose the youngest plate were: LY57ABC Y123ABC LY07ABC X123ABC The correct answer was LY57ABC More at www.bca-europe.com
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  EcoForecourt launches design competition 10 Mar 2011 (News)
  EcoFourcourt opted to use the Audi A1 after testing a range of eco vehicles including the MINI Cooper, Fiat 500 TwinAir and Honda CR-Z. James Walker, Founder of EcoForecourt said: “The A1 was the last car we tested and after driving the competition we felt it offered the complete package in terms of economy, image and quality and of course the all important fun factor.
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  Independent Solves Problem of Teves Mk 60 ABS Pumps 19 Mar 2010 (News)
  This explains: http://ecutesting.com/vw_golf_touran_abs_pump_module.htm l It is worth noting that this problem is not just limited to VAG. The exact same designed ABS/ESP pumps are being fitted to BMWs, Minis,Renaults, Peugeots and Toyotas.  
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  New car emissions fall by record margin 9 Mar 2010 (News)
  Biggest improvement over the 12 months of 2009 compared to the previous period in 2008 were minis and sports car, which fell by 6.7% and 6.3% respectively. This marks a 12 th consecutive years of falling CO2 figures for cars sold in the UK and cars sold under the Scrappage Incentive Scheme had average CO2 emissions of 133.3g/km.
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  Lease a Nissan Qashqai from £159pm + VAT 6 Aug 2009 (News)
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  Pale blue Fiat 500C 'prettiest on the market' 27 Jul 2009 (News)
  "But it's a much better waste of money than that other retro-based, expensive small car that trades on people's affections, the Mini," Ms Baker remarked. She also predicted that the Pop trim will be the most popular with British drivers, although the lower Lounge package is "generous enough". Earlier in July, supermodel Elle Macpherson took the Fiat 500C for a test drive.
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  Elle MacPherson Drops Her Top 15 Jul 2009 (News)
  Starting at £11,300 OTR, which includes revised Abarth type suspension, the new car is better value than a MINI for lovers of soft-top motoring. “I was delighted to hear Elle’s feedback and look forward to seeing her driving a new 500C soon,” says Elena Bernardelli, marketing director, Fiat Group Automobiles UK.
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  Latest Daihatsu 'ideal for green families' 14 May 2009 (News)
  Motorists who struggle when buying a family car to find a model that is kind to the planet may be impressed by the latest offering from Daihatsu. The new Materia mini MPV releases 169 g/km of CO2 and boasts fuel economy of 46.3 mpg - which means it could reduce a driver's petrol bill as well as their carbon footprint. In addition to this, the manufacturer claimed the vehicle is perfect for clans who need a lot of space.
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  Alfa Romeo available for less than 9K 6 May 2009 (News)
  Those who opt for the Alfa MiTo will find the car comes with electric power-assisted steering, air conditioning, alarm and immobiliser, seven airbags and electrically adjustable door mirrors. In February, a report from valuation expert Cap revealed the model had knocked Mini off top spot in terms of resale prices. Are you buying or selling a car ? Click here to find out what Honest John has to say.
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  Maserati 'keeps its promise' 24 Feb 2009 (News)
  The car comes with 20-inch wheel rims, which were included to highlight the vehicle's elegance and strength. It also features under-door mini-skirts intended to enhance the dynamism of the motor. Maserati predicted buyers would be impressed by the vehicle's equipment specification, revealing it includes Bluetooth and wireless technology as standard, with the option of an iPod interface.
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  Increase in motor show visitors this summer 6 Aug 2008 (News)
  Motorists may have been using the event to get up close and personal with some of the newer vehicles on the market - perhaps seeking car buying advice from officials on-hand. One such vehicle displayed at the show was the powerful Mini John Cooper Works hatchback. Kirsty Perkinson, BIMS marketing director, stated that a "wide-range" of features brought people to this year's event. She said it was "not only [due] to the quality of the global debuts and the support of such a fantastic collection of motor manufacturers, but also to the wide range of interactive attractions and family-friendly features".
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  CO2 savings 'take Fiat to the top of the league' 15 Jul 2008 (News)
  Environmentally-friendly automobile industry organisation Clean Green Cars has found that the company's average output is 138.2g per kilometre. Mini placed second in the rankings with 139.6g, followed by Peugeot (141.1g), Toyota (146.3g) and Citroen (146.3g) - statistics that may help those looking for car buying advice who want to remain eco-friendly.
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  'Must-see' Hyundai stand to display HED-5 11 Feb 2008 (News)
  According to the South Korean automobile manufacturer, the six-seater embodies the firm's commitment both the green issues as well as providing new and exciting models. Hyundai will also be showing off its new Matrix mini MPV, which comes in a variety of colours and has a contemporary look for 2008, when the show begins in March. "A stunning new concept car, low-emission versions of Hyundai production models and a face-lifted version of the Matrix will make the Hyundai stand a 'must-see at the Geneva motor show next month," the company commented.
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  Daihatsu Offers For Summer 2007 6 Jul 2007 (News)
  Now start at £6,955 on-the-road with air-conditioning, ABS with EBD, driver, passenger and side airbags, radio/CD player, four electric windows and remote central-locking. 1.0 litre has an ultra-low CO2 of 118 g/km, so £35pa VED. Materia mini MPV now on sale at £10,995 OTR with high specification. More at www.daihatsu.co.uk
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  Cut Price BMWs and MGs from a New Site 2 Dec 2004 (News)
  £24,302.40 saving £9,000.00: MG TF135 £13,578.00 Saving £4,500 MG TF135 £14,728.00 Saving £3,900 MG TF115 £13,215.00 Saving £5,000 Rover251.4 SEI (103Ps) 5 Door £9,965.00 Rover251.4 SEI (103Ps) 5 Door £10,113.00 Rover451.4 Club SE 5 Door £10,646.00 Rover451.4 Club SE 5 Door £10,646.00 MGZT+160 (1.8T) £16,632.00 MGZR105 3 Door £9,167.00 MGZR105 3 Door £8,710.00 MINI Cooper many extras £15,126.10 325ti Sport Compact £24,287.40 Saving £2,107.60 330d Sport Saloon £30,576.00 Saving £2,729.00 535d A Sport Saloon £41,643.00 Saving £2,862.00 545iSE Saloon £44,119.00 Saving £4,596.00 730i Sport £49,125.00 Saving £5,080.00 X3 2.5i Sport £34,715.28 Saving £844.72 X3 3.0i Sport £37,155.40 Saving £919.60 For these amd many more link here www.broker4ukcars.com
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  Santa Fe Gets Diesel Option 10 Jul 2001 (News)
  Hyundai will launch a second new diesel engine, this one 1.5 litres for its new Matrix mini-MPV towards the end of 2001. More at www.Hyundai-car.co.uk