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I'm thinking of replacing my trusty 2005 Subaru Outback with an automatic 4x4 estate/SUV. I cover 10,000 miles a year and would prefer a petrol model if possible. I’m torn between the Volvo XC70, Subaru...
I have been looking to buy a used 2012 Range Rover Sport and noticed there are a lot of cars on the market. Can you tell me if the new model is filtering onto the used market or if the 2012 model offers...
I am considering a 2009 Subaru Forester Suretrac, which I have seen at a local 4x4 Independent Specialist who has a good reputation. The vehicle was previously driven by a company rep and has covered 101,000...
I am looking to replace my aging Suzuki Jeep, which I use in the Falklands. I have narrowed the list down to either a Nissan Terrano, a Toyota Hilux Surf or a Mitsubishi Shogun/Pajero, all diesel models....
I am looking to replace my six-year old Skoda Octavia 4x4 Estate with a fairly new (1-2 years old max) family estate, still with 4x4. I need 4x4 for a difficult drive and local access road in the Lake...
I'm looking to buy a used 4x4 with a V8 petrol engine and automatic gearbox. Fuel economy is not an issue, but reliability matters. I have up to £10,000 to spend and would consider a V6, but would be much...
We live on top of a hill and our house is difficult to access in winter weather. I am considering the purchase of a cheap 4x4 for £2000, which would be an additional car rather than one of our main vehicles....
A single elderly lady has a 2.0-litre Subaru Impreza and wants to change to a smaller, more economical 4WD. I understand that the Fiat Panda is quite effective. Are there any others that you would recommend...
I own an ex-Dutch army 1961 NEKAF m38-a1 Willys jeep, which I use for events and for family trips. I've owned the army jeep for 18 months, but I have a query about its assigned UK registration plate? When...
I live in a remote location in Devon on a tidal river road. About 20 or 30 times a year our only exit, until the tide goes out, is on a track through three fields. Devon roads round here are steep and...
 

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