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It's time to replace my company lease car again. My choice of car has to meet a tight window of requirements, balancing weight (for pulling a large caravan), economy for the 90 per cent of time I am not...
We currently run a Vauxhall Meriva ‘A’ 1.7CDTI and will shortly be looking to replace it. We have been looking for something in the £30 tax bracket that can tow a folding camper weighing up to 1,100kg,...
In response to an email you recently strongly supported the use of stabilisers when towing a caravan, and pointed out the importance of correct loading and tyre condition to prevent snaking. I am surprised...
I recently sought advice about the BMW 5 and Audi A6 3.0 diesel estate cars. Being a police officer able to drive BMW 5 Series, I know how good they are to drive and how safe they are should you have a...
I am recently retired and despair of finding a car that is basic enough for me. My priorities are versatility for carrying loads, safety, economy, and the ability to tow a small trailer. Gadgets and comfort...
I own an 1994 Isuzu Bighorn 3.1TD LWB that has served me well for about 10 years now, used on our small farm for the occasional heavy towing task (livestock in a trailer to slaughter, hauling baled hay...
I bought a new Ford C-Max 2.0 diesel on your recommendation in 2006 and to date, with 104,000 miles on the clock, it has been an excellent and comfortable workhorse giving me a regular 47/8mpg, dipping...
I want to buy a small car to tow behind my motorhome. My limit is £3250 and thinking of a Ka, Matiz, Smart. I am prepared to go to auction or private. What are your thoughts, bearing in mind reliability,...
Having driven a good workhorse for the last seven years, a Vauxhall Astra Estate, I am now in a position to buy a new car for the first time in my life, at age 73 years. I am looking for a stylish, reliable,...
Which 4x4 would be the best for me? I need to be able to tow two horses in a trailer and would like a reliable, economical car that will be able to tow regularly and not burn out, costing me lots of money....
 

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