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A friend of mine needs to replace her ageing Mercedes-Benz E-Class saloon. She wants something that's family friendly, with space for her three grandchildren. She is looking for a quality, practical...
I am looking for a car with a high seating position. I have a young child and don't want to break my back lifting them in and out of the car. I have £14,000 to spend have noticed the Hyundai ix35. Does...
I am 42 years old and have just passed my driving test and am looking for a used five-door automatic family car with a petrol engine. My budget is up to £10,000. I like the look of the Volkswagen Golf...
I am looking to buy a seven-seat people carrier for four adults and two young babies. It would also need to be able to tow a caravan that will be big enough to accommodate the same amount of people. What...
I am looking for a small hatchback with high ground clearance and room for the dog in the boot. Long-term reliability is very important and it must be economical to run and cheap to repair.
Which has better rear legroom and would have cheaper parts - 2009 Hyundai Grandeur or 2009 Skoda Superb? I need something relatively cheap to run (MPG aside) and that can allow for plenty of front legroom...
I'd like to buy my wife a secondhand run-around that is small yet good for carrying our baby (plus the seat and gear). It must also be fun enough for weekends (eg. convertible), reliable and automatic....
What's best large estate for £7500? Must be petrol and automatic. Could also be tempted with MPVs.
Hello and greetings from Portugal. Need advice on buying a "new" used car for the family. I have 3 kids, (15,13 and 3 years old), so it need's to have inside space for 5 and a large boot, only do between...
I am looking to get a used family car, with low insurance and a small engine. I have £3k to spend and it must be suitable for carrying two children. What do you suggest we buy?
 

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