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We bought a new MX5 from a dealer mazda 30/09/16. We went in to buy a new car whet through the sales patter never asked for any discount or add ons as we liked car and wanted it new. We bought paid signed...
A friend is thinking of buying a new Yeti 1.2 TSI with a DSG gearbox. I believe wet clutch DSG gearboxes are more reliable than dry clutch DSG gearboxes - is this correct? And can you tell me which sort...
After the news that Nissan are to carry on manufacturing the new Qashqai and X-Trail in this country AND with us leaving the European union in the near future, I would like to support the UK industry,...
Is the 1.4TB engine driving experience comparable to the Multiair but slower?
I am looking to get a new car which needs to be automatic and able to hold four full size cases as we regularly travel to France on a 1600 mile round trip. I would love a car that can have a full size...
I'm looking for a reliable commuter car for a once per week Fri/Sun commute of 240 miles via A-roads. I've been looking at estates due to the need to cart a bit of gear around when at home (horse feed),...
I have my eye on a Skoda Octavia vRS petrol manual, 16 reg, delivery miles (approx 60), in a main dealer, for £20k. Good value? It has all the kit I want, and standard wheels and tyres. I really want an...
If I was to buy an unregistered car that is VAT qualifying, does that mean I need to pay VAT on top of the sale price. How can I tell the year of the vehicle?
My Alfa Romeo 159 150bhp JTDM has been the best car I've ever owned but mileage and running costs are now getting high. I've had a few high bills and am considering changing. The problem I've found is...
Despite writing to Marketing Director Skoda UK (no reply), and Managing Director VW UK, although staff spoken to were helpful, the best offer was for me to drive 140 miles for a test drive. I declined. When...
 

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