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  Vauxhall Corsa 'number one choice with first-time buyers' 6 Aug 2009 (News)
  In addition to this, it suggested the auto would give owners street cred - without breaking the bank when it comes to running costs. The company claimed a used version of the model could be a good choice for youngsters. Sales director Paul Oakley said: "With a purchase price starting from under £4,000, low running costs and good looks, it has everything a new driver needs - whether they're a girl or a boy.
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  Hard-up drivers may want to follow example of scrappage customers 28 Jul 2009 (News)
  Cash-strapped motorists looking at buying a car that could help them reduce their running costs may want to consider a Suzuki model that is proving popular with scrappage customers. The manufacturer revealed its Alto has accounted for 54 per cent of the 4,900 cash for bangers orders it has taken so far and claimed there are good financial reasons behind high demand for the auto.
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  Ford Ka has "fun-to-drive personality" 16 Jul 2009 (News)
  Motorists looking for a vehicle that is low on running costs but high on personality might consider a trip to their nearest Ford dealership when buying a car . The manufacturer says its new Ka model - which was launched in January - is sure to appeal to drivers thanks to the "iconic design" that has made the range such a success over the years.
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  New cars lined up for tribute at Goodwood 1 Jul 2009 (News)
  It noted the theme - True Grit: Epic Feats of Endurance - and said celebrating this will be no less than six current F1 teams. Also planned is the Sunday Times Supercar Run, which is a collection of "contemporary exotica" including a Bugatti Veyron 16.4 and the first UK showing of the Audi R8 V10. The festival runs from July 3rd to 5th. Are you buying or selling a car ?
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  Latest Ford Mondeo 'a cost-effective drive' 17 Jun 2009 (News)
  People looking at buying a car that can help them cut running costs and improve their green credentials may want to consider the latest addition to Ford's range. The Mondeo ECOnetic with 2.0-litre 115PS engine is an ideal choice for people looking to reduce their monthly outgoings, the company suggested.
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  Daihatsu could have the answer for hard-up drivers 3 Apr 2009 (News)
  Drivers buying a car in order to cut running costs could do worse than the Daihatsu Sirion, it has been claimed. According to the manufacturer, the model offers excellent fuel economy and its green credentials allow motorists to save money on road tax.
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  Toyota unveils new iQ engine 5 Mar 2009 (News)
  Motorists considering buying a car that can help them cut running costs may want to check out the latest engine option for the Toyota iQ. The manufacturer has announced it is now offering the model with a 1.33-litre Dual VVT-i petrol unit. Buyers opting for this version of the vehicle will also find it is equipped with Optimal Drive technology and Toyota's Stop & Start system - both of which are designed to improve fuel consumption and reduce CO2 emissions.
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  Corsa 'is the UK's favourite supermini' 23 Jan 2009 (News)
  People looking at buying a car with low running costs may be tempted by a Vauxhall Corsa, after hearing the results of a recent poll. In a Road Test Reports survey to find the top supermini in the UK, the vehicle drove away with 35 per cent of the vote.
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  Cold spell 'welcomed by car thieves' 8 Jan 2009 (News)
  People who go back inside the house while their car defrosts with the engine running could be making a costly mistake, according to Greater Manchester police. The force has warned motorists to be on their guard against thieves after six unattended vehicles with keys left in the ignition were stolen in the region one morning this week.
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  Insurer warns of booze cruise blunders 10 Dec 2008 (News)
  Drivers planning to go on a booze cruise to France in the run-up to Christmas are being urged to check their car insurance cover before leaving. According to esure, motorists may find their comprehensive insurance is reduced to third party as soon as they leave the UK.
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  New cars could save motorists money in the long run 10 Nov 2008 (News)
  Motorists looking for car buying advice may be better off with a more modern vehicle if they want to cut costs and reduce their carbon...
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  5-YEARS TROUBLE FREE DRIVING FOR UNDER £5,000 6 Aug 2007 (News)
  Just £4,995 buys a new Hyundai Amica Atlantic with a 5 year unlimited mileage warranty. The Amica is compact and ideal for local runs yet capable of longer motorway driving and offers over 52 miles per gallon on the combined cycle. The Amica’s compact size makes it a master of city streets and tight parking spaces, yet it boasts a generous and flexible boot capacity of 220 litres that’s the envy of its key competitors.
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  Up to 20% and Up to £2,000 Off New Chevrolets 8 Mar 2007 (News)
  Special offers running from March 16 - 31st. Incentives apply to Matiz, Kalos and Lacetti, with savings of almost 20 per cent on certain models, such as the Kalos 1.2S 3-dr. The popular Matiz 1.0SE enjoys a £1,000 saving, making it £5,745 on-the-road, while the 1.0SE A/C variant is also £1,000 below list at £6,145.
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  Run-Out Clio 1.2s, From £7,200 15 Oct 2005 (News)
  www.uk-car-discount.co.uk offers Cheap, Brand New Renault Clio 1.2 Dynamique and Clio 1.2 Extreme 4. Clio 1.2 Dynamique 3 Door £7300...
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  180bhp Golf GTi 6-speed Finally Here 3 May 2002 (News)
  The Golf Mk IV GTi with full SEAT Leon spec running gear finally reaches a VW showroom near you on 13th May. Dubbed 25th Anniversary model, because it's now a full 25 years since the original okay-yaah car hit British streets, you get a lot of kit for the hefty £18,660 price tag.
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  Good Garage Guide: Highest rated garages in the North-West 9 Mar 2017 (News)
  We run down through the ten most highly rated garages in the North-West of England.
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  Good Garage Guide: Highest rated garages in Scotland 5 Jan 2017 (News)
  A run through of the ten Scottish garages most consistently and highly recommended by Honest John readers.
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  Got a problem with your classic? Ask HJ! 17 Feb 2015 (News)
  Whether its buying, selling, running or restoring, Honest John has decades worth of motor industry knowledge and specialist experience.
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  Jaguar builds its first D-type in more than 60 years 7 Feb 2018 (News)
  Sixty-two years after the last D-type was built, Jaguar has restarted production for a limited run of one of its most competitive cars. In total, Warwickshire-based Jaguar Classic will hand build 25 D-types as continuation cars . Original plans for D-type production in 1955 show 100 were intended to be built – but only 75 cars were completed. The D-type, which won the Le Mans 24 Hours race three times between 1955 and 1957, was powered by the six-cylinder XK engine.
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  Museum to host day for classic car ‘virgins’ 16 Aug 2016 (News)
  If you’ve always dreamed of owning a classic, but are afraid of taking the plunge then don’t worry – help is at hand. The British Motor Museum is running a day specifically aimed at classic ‘virgins’ in October. The popular event offers practical advice for anyone considering buying, running, or enjoying an older vehicle.