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We have a 2004 Ford C-Max automatic and we have been experiencing loss of power on acceleration from first gear through the gears, and when accelerating at about 50mph the car dramatically loses speed...
Are there any problems I should know about or any common faults before I buy a 2004 BMW 3 Series 318Ci?
I would appreciate any advice you could give regarding a future purchase of a Mercedes-Benz classic SL, model 107. The car would only be used in the summer months and would probably be washed more than...
I'm thinking of buying a car to use as a taxi. I've noticed a lot of drivers use the Skoda Octavia. I was prepared to buy a 2004 diesel model when a mate of mine who is in the trade told me they suffer...
I'm looking for a 1991-1999 W140 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. I've seen two 1997 models, both of which had rust problems around the wheel arches. Can you tell me in which year Mercedes-Benz started producing...
We are noticing a very expensive trend of Piezo injector failures on Volkswagen Group TDI engines and, at around £500 a pop, this is not funny. Also recommended is a new associated wiring loom due to it...
Are you aware of any developing problems involving dual mass flywheels on the 2010 Efficient Dynamics BMW E90 320D SE range? I've recently had a problem diagnosed as the DMF and have been advised that...
The clutch pedal on my wife's Peugeot 107 is becoming jerky on return. Is this a manifestation of the 107 clutch problem and will it be covered by warranty? What do you recommend? The car is a 2008 model...
I am looking to buy a '57 or '08 plate Nissan X-Trail and just come across some information that seems to indicate that the turbo has been a real problem. Can you offer any advice on this? I understand...
I was wondering if you know if there is a common fault with the Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.9l diesel's DPF? I'm having trouble with the warranty on my car. Also, how much should this cost to fix?
 

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