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Unfortunately, my two month old car has been written off. My insurance will provide me with exactly the same model and spec car, but obviously the reg will be different. This is the best option as the...
I have found a used car that I wish to buy, however, I have become suspicious about the past financial history of the car. I think it may have been bought on finance and there are still payments to be...
My friend had a car accident while negotiating a roundabout. The other driver admitted liability. The car has been written off and is financed via the dealership (Toyota). They have been told to carry...
I took out a four-year PCP on a Skoda Superb in October 2017. I quickly realised there was an issue with the gearbox, particularly when changing between second and third gear. They attempted to fix it...
My three-month old Audi S3 was stolen and recovered three weeks later. It was bought from new and was still in showroom condition with 1800 miles on it. It now has an extra 2000 miles on the clock, is...
My Ford B-MAX was involved in an accident and the other party accepted liability. I didn’t want the hassle, so I claimed against my own insurer. I lost my excess but, as I have legal cover under my insurance,...
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I’ve recently bought a used car on finance with a deposit of £1000. On day three of having the car (less than 50 miles later), the engine management light came on. I rang the dealership and took it in....
I've received a quote for the lease of a Volkswagen Tiguan SE Nav TDi of £79 per month, with an initial payment of £1527 over 36 months - including a maintenance package. Another car dealer (competing...
I'm about to get a new car, which I've paid 50 per cent deposit and will pay 50 per cent on finance. I understand that I will not own the car until finance is paid off in full, but I will be the registered...
 

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