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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 20-6-2015 20 Jun 2015 (News)
    Automatic fearbox I have a 7-year old automatic BMW 3 Series Touring. It’s a lovely car but has a slight problem with the gearbox. Worth repairing for £2,500 or get rid? MT, via email Who has quoted you £2,500?
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  Learners to get motorway lessons from 2018 14 Aug 2017 (News)
  The Government ruling lifts the ban that prevents provisional licence holders from driving on motorways, provided that they're accompanied by a qualified instructor and using a car with dual-controls. According to the Department for Transport (DfT), young drivers are up to seven times more likely to be killed or seriously injured on the road, compared to those aged 25 or over, with the majority of accidents taking place in rural areas.
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  A Grand Monday: Lada 1200 19 Jun 2017 (News)
  It was also arguably quite pretty, with simple three-box lines and thin chrome detailing stolen from the Fiat 124 saloon on which it was based. Today, the original Lada has become something of a cult car, with Eastern Bloc car enthusiasts clamouring to get their hands on the scant pickings that remain.
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  World’s oldest rally navigator to tackle 6000-mile race across America 9 Jun 2015 (News)
  But she says she’ll only do the rallies if Alastair takes the Rolls. ‘It’s more comfortable than his sports cars, and it has air conditioning! ‘I’m the last in my generation now; I’m starting to find it harder. I’m beginning to need glasses for distance, and as I’m in the middle of moving house I think it might be time to ease back a little.
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  Jaguar announces XF Sportbrake pricing 29 Jun 2012 (News)
  Regardless of power output, emissions are the same at 163g/km, with fuel economy of 46mpg. Finally, a 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine will be offered in place of the old V8. This produces 340PS, with emissions of 224g/km and fuel economt of 30mpg. The finer details of trim levels and standard equipment will be announced nearer the cars introduction to showrooms – however you can expect the standard equipment list to be similar to the saloon model .
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  Suzuki Takes 4,900 Scrappage Orders 28 Jul 2009 (News)
    The Alto is Suzuki’s most cost effective model and benefits from £35 Annual road tax with a combined fuel consumption of 64.2mpg, and an insurance grouping of just 1E (2E for the top specification SZ4 with manual or optional automatic transmission). The Alto is the cleanest five-door City car on sale with emissions of just 103g/km. The majority of the scrap eligible cars brought in to the Suzuki dealerships are conquest sales, with only 294 scrappages to date being 10 year-old Suzuki’s.
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  106s from £5,995, Including Insurance 9 Apr 2003 (News)
  Customers purchasing a 206 over a two or three year period on Peugeot's Passport finance plan qualify for two years free insurance on all hatchback and 206 SW models (excluding GTi 180 and 206 CC) for 21-80 year olds (excluding Roland Garros, XSi, D Turbo, SW XSi, SW D Turbo, GTi 138 and SW 2.0 Si, where age eligibility is 25-80 years). Exceptional finance offers Customers can also benefit from either low rate finance or 0% on many models. 0% finance is applicable across all 406 and 607 and models, with just 35% deposit giving customers more car for their money and making it easier to afford the family car of their choice.
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  Amazing Astra Clocks Up Half a Million Miles 23 Jan 2002 (News)
  The Astra Estate, which is still on its the original diesel engine, has been hailed as one of the most reliable on the Mead's Speed five-car fleet. Barry Mead, owner of the Newport Pagnall based family business, is delighted with his Astra which he describes as a "workhorse" and an "ideal tool for the job". Even with nearly half a million miles on the clock, the Astra has needed no major work.
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  Rovers Behind Book at Blackbushe 23 May 2001 (News)
  Rover auctions at Colchester and Blackbushe this week gave a good indication of where Rover's current range of 25s, 45s and 75s sit in the marketplace. All the models on offer were 14 to 17 month old 2000W registered with mileages from 10,000 to 25,000. The Rover 25 1.6L 5 door cars with metallic paint and sunroofs sold for £6,400 to £7,100; Rover 45 1.8 Classics sold for £7,800 to £8,250; Rover 45 2.0 TD IEs sold for £7,800 to £8,150; and Rover 75 2.5 KV6 Club automatics from £12,600 to £12,900.
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  More SEAT price cuts 15 Dec 2000 (News)
  VAG owned Spanish car maker SEAT announced further price cuts today, together with prices for its cute new-look Arosa range which goes on sale on 1st January 2001. Prices for these start at £6,695 on the road for the 1.0 model which comes complete with driver’s airbag, power steering, stereo radio/cassette, front and rear head restraints, a height-adjustable steering wheel, colour coded bumpers, luggage cover and split/folding rear seats.
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  2017 child car seat changes - everything you need to know 15 Feb 2017 (News)
  The upcoming changes to child car seat regulations have left many parents confused about whether or not they can still use their current car seats. Here's everything you need to know about the new rules. In 2016, the law around child car seats changed.
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  MoT exemption for classic cars - your questions answered 8 Aug 2018 (News)
  Giving 40 year old motors a free pass from the annual roadworthiness test has raised plenty of talking points.
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  Ex-Tim Harvey Labatt’s BTCC racers for sale 5 Jul 2017 (News)
  Two of the most famous BTCC race cars from the 1980s and 1990s are for sale. The BMW M3 and Sierra Cosworth RS500 are finished in their original Labatt’s colours as driven by Tim Harvey, who went on to become BTCC Champion in 1992 with BMW. Both cars come with entries in the Super Touring Car race at the Silverstone Classic on Saturday, 29 July.
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  Wheeler Dealers back in May 31 Mar 2016 (News)
  In the Wheeler Dealer workshop, Edd casts his expert eye over each car and transforms them into safe, saleable runners, tackling bodywork, paint, mechanics, electrics and performance upgrades. Of course, this doesn't always run smoothly as Edd is forced to work on cars that are often decades old, and where Mike’s desire to score profit has increased the risk of mechanical trouble.
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  233 Entries For Croft Nostalgia Event Next Weekend 31 Jul 2012 (News)
    The races are for saloons, GTs, sportscars and single-seaters from the 1940s to the 1970s. A total of 18 races each with an average grid of 17 cars, all  organised by the Historic Sports Car Club.   Among the highlights will be the Derek Bell Trophy for Formula 5000 and Formula 2 cars. After his win at F at the Silverstone Classic, Michael Lyons will be fighting for another in his Lola T400 F5000. he won last year and, weather permitting, might well set the fastest lape of the year arounf the 2.125 mile circuit.
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  Fisker Tramonto to Star in BCA Lex Autolease Auction 21 Dec 2011 (News)
  The sale will feature a fantastic selection of 400 end of lease cars direct from Lex Autolease - the UK’s largest contract hire company.  There will be a diverse range of product on offer, with vehicles from most of the major manufacturers being represented.  Age ranges from nearly new up to 5 years old with a huge variety of mileages should also ensure that there are prices to suit everyone's budget.
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  Santa Pod ‘Run What You Brung’ in 2009 21 Nov 2008 (News)
  The internationally recognised drag-racing venue has just announced its 2009 ‘Run What You Brung’ (RWYB) programme, where mere mortals can turn up with their road car or bike, with a valid UK licence and enjoy a day’s racing under full competition conditions for a mere £35 for the entire day! No competition licence is required. As the ultimate test of car and driver, or bike and rider, RWYB offers a real chance to settle the age-old pub debate over whose machine is quickest, or who has the greatest reaction times - and all in the total safety of an FIA approved venue.
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  Sharp Falls At Auction Today 2 Nov 2001 (News)
  Inevitably, prices had to plunge. Even rock-solid VAG residuals took a bunker-buster. The 18 month old top of the range VW Passat 2.8V6 4-Motion Estate in the photo with full leather and a mere 24,000 miles sold for £13,000, which is just under half its price new. Previously strong Focuses are down to between £6,000 and £7,000 for a year-old X reg 1.6 Zetec with around 15,000 miles.
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  Focus On: The Little Car Clinic 10 Sep 2018 (News)
  Darren Jenkins opened The Little Car Clinic in 2010. His passion for cars started when he did work experience for Lotus Engineers which turned into a ten year career. Today, Darren and his team boast a wealth of knowledge and expertise that make  The Little Car Clinic a hit with HonestJohn.co.uk readers.  The Little Car Clinic initially started as an Audi and Volkswagen specialist, before diversifying into other makes of car.
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  Honest John's June Deals 19 Jun 2015 (News)
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