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Goodbye Ford Fiesta

For many years the iconic Ford Fiesta has been considered a reliable car that provides its owners with an enjoyable and comfortable drive. However ...

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Drive Away Today with Same Day Used Cars

You no longer have to wait for your new car day - take your new vehicle home the same day and drive away today with Carbase.Designed to make b ...

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Saloon Showdown: Mercedes-Benz C Class vs BMW 3 Series

When it comes to luxury sedans, two titans consistently stand out: the Mercedes-Benz C Class and the BMW 3 Series. These iconic models have long c ...

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The Safest Cars You Can Buy

When shopping for a car for you and your family, or for your fleet, we understand that while good looks and the latest technology are important, y ...

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Best Budget Cars That Wont Break The Bank

Whether you're looking for a more fuel-efficient motor or just want to upgrade to something a little more modern, value for money should be a prio ...

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Cost of a Car Guide

Choosing whether or not to purchase a new car can be a hard decision and you might be thinking that driving away in a new set of wheels is a littl ...

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Your Journey Starts Here!

Buying a used car is very exciting, especially if you're a first-time buyer - a car is your passport to the open road! Before diving in, you'll ha ...

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What is MPG?

MPG, or miles per gallon, is a measure of the fuel efficiency of a vehicle. It tells us how many miles a car can travel on a single gallon of fuel ...

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Crew Cab Vans - Jargon Buster!

What exactly is a crew cab and how does it differ from a double cab or a quad cab? Well, a double cab and a quad cab both refer to an extended cab ...

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How to set up Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in your car or van

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allow the safe use of key communication and navigation software while driving, both supporting apps such as Google ...

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Volvo V60 vs Audi A4 Avant

Volvo and Audi both produce highly sought-after cars so it's no surprise that you're considering buying one or the other. While it may once have b ...

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How to install a baby seat

To keep your little one safe, choosing the right child seat and installing it properly is very important. Child seats aren't just for babies any m ...

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Why do I have to pay VAT on some used vans?

When someone buys a new van, or indeed a new car, they'll pay 20% VAT on that purchase. Businesses (or individuals) who are VAT-registered are abl ...

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Volkswagen Golf vs Ford Focus

The VW Golf and Ford Focus have both been steady fixtures on the British car scene for decades, with the original Golf dating back to the 1970s, b ...

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Quick Guide To Buying A Used Audi

While BMW and Mercedes have long been considered the biggest players in the executive motoring world, the cars made by fellow German firm Audi ar ...

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Quick Guide To Buying A Used Volkswagen

Founded in 1937, Volkswagen has always been associated with good quality, accessible cars for all people. In fact, that's exactly what its name tr ...

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Quick guide to buying a used BMW

The number of people choosing pre-owned cars over new models has risen significantly in the last few years. It's understandable too - the deprecia ...

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What is cruise control and adaptive cruise control?

Cruise control is a helpful tool in improving the driving experience, with benefits for you the driver as well as your car - but how does it work ...

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Electric Van FAQs

Thanks to improved technologies, more charging stations, continued commitment to green decisions and recent fuel crises, electric vans are becomin ...

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Should I buy a car with high mileage?

Finding and buying a new car can be a challenging process with a lot to consider such as the make, model, whether it's 3-door or 5-door, petrol or ...

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What are good alternatives to the Ford Fiesta?

Known as one of the best-handling cars in the world of motoring, the Ford Fiesta is difficult to fault. A pleasure to drive, the Fiesta is com ...

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Best student cars

As a student, you're probably looking for a car that's just as reliable as it is cheap to run. Whether you use it to get to classes or to travel h ...

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Ford Transit Custom vs Vauxhall Vivaro

Buying your next used van is a big commitment and a decision that shouldn't be taken lightly.Whether you need a medium van for business or ple ...

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A guide to the best city cars

City cars have not only remained popular over the past few years, but they've also continued to develop, getting better all the time. The days of ...

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The best summer convertibles

Despite all the rain we have in the UK, so many of us love the idea of putting the roof down and catching some rays on the few beautiful sunny day ...

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Guide to buying a used hybrid car

Buying a Used Hybrid When considering what used car to purchase next, it can be hard to know whether switching from a petrol or diesel car t ...

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The ultimate guide to owning an electric car

Your guide to owning an electric car  Following COP26 and the UK Government's other green initiatives, electric car ownership has contin ...

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What are the best 1.4 litre cars for insurance?

The Best 1.4 Litre Cars With Low Insurance Costs  After the initial cost of the car, insurance is one of the biggest expenses for many d ...

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Which used electric car should I buy?

Is an electric car right for me? This is arguably one of the most important questions a car buyer should ask themselves. Everyone is differen ...

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The best time to trade in your car

Trade Your Car in The Right Way Following an unusual period, the pandemic has affected our everyday lives, but it has also affected used car ...

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What's the difference between Reserve & Collect and Click & Collect?

What's the difference between Reserve & Collect and Click & Collect?At Carbase, we're always looking for ways to make the car buying process as ...

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The pawfect cars for canines

 For many of us, the pandemic offered the pawfect opportunity to welcome a new furry addition to the family. It's reported that a total of 3. ...

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Carbase's Click & Collect and Home Delivery Services

Carbase's Reserve & Collect Service At Carbase, we're constantly trying to improve the service we provide to our customers. Covid-19 has chan ...

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How to sell your car to Carbase

Thinking of selling your car or van? Here at Carbase, we pride ourselves on giving our valued customers complete transparency together with unrival ...

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Our Top 10 Family Cars

As one of the most popular and versatile car types, the family used car market is never short on variety. From hatchbacks to SUVs, MPVs to estates ...

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Should I Buy a Used Hybrid

Should I Buy A Used Hybrid?With many of us trying to find ways to reduce our impact on the environment, a sustainable drive and optimum fuel effi ...

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Reserve and collect your next car

Reserve and collect your next carWhat is reserve and collect?Carbase are pleased to introduce the new reserve and collect function to help make ...

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Our ultimate guide to hybrids

Labradoodles. Camera phones. Romantic comedies. Many of the best things in life aren't one thing, but two - combined to make the best of both in o ...

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Our ultimate guide to the Ford Transit Custom

Here in the UK, we love the Ford Transit Custom. It's officially the best-selling van of 2019, with 34,690 sold between January and August. It's in ...

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A guide to start-stop technology

You may have heard the term start-stop technology when shopping for or discussing cars, but what exactly is it and how does it work? In this blog, ...

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Buying your first van from Vanbase

Here at Vanbase, we make buying your first van a quick, simple and hassle-free process. We will have you on the road in your very own used van in n ...

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Best Small Cars 2019

The small car market is extremely competitive, with more and more people looking for a compact car that offers both functionality and style. It's n ...

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Best vans for fuel economy

The mileage you get for a full tank is an important consideration for anyone looking for their next used van. For business customers in particular, ...

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What to expect from a test drive

Book Your Unaccompanied Test Drive Today!  Choosing a new car or van is exciting, but before you go ahead and make any final decisions, you ...

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The best vans for tradespeople

If you are a tradesman, one of the most important tools for the job is having the right vehicle. Whether you are a one-man band or form part of a w ...

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What are the Main Types of Vans?

What are the main van types?Choosing a used van that's the right type for your business or for your personal use is an important task. You need t ...

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Buying a commercial van

Finding Your Next Commercial Van When your business uses a van to transport passengers, carry out services and/or deliver products, you need ...

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Benefits of the Carbase Owners' Club

When you buy a vehicle from Carbase, you get far more than a fantastic used car or van. Purchasing your new set of wheels from us also gives you t ...

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Sell your car to Carbase in three easy steps

We Want Your Car or Van!Quick & Easy &##8226; No Hidden Fees!Value Your CarBuying a new car, even a second-hand one, can be an expensi ...

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Our ultimate van guide

Few vehicle types are as versatile as the trusty van. The huge variety of makes, models and body types available on the used van market means findi ...

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Beat the used car buzzwords

Don't let car buying jargon leave you scratching your head. Our infographic explains some of the used car buzzwords you might hear.  APR ...

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Price Checked Daily

So you're looking to purchase your next car but you're not sure if the price in front of you is a good deal. You might even open up several tabs in ...

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The Ultimate Guide to Car Insurance

The Ultimate Guide to Car InsuranceThere are lots of deciding factors to consider when you buy a new car - one of the most important being the co ...

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How to Use - Carbase Car Compare

Use our Carbase compare feature to find your perfect car! Buying a car is an exciting process, but with so many brands and hundreds of models a ...

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How to Use - Carbase In-Store App

Our new In-Store App is the surprisingly easy way to buy your next car!Suppose you're browsing our showroom and want to know more about a car in ...

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How to Use - Carbase Expert Car Valuation

How to get the most accurate part exchange valuation with Carbase Here at Carbase, we've always had a transparent and simple part exchange p ...

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Everything you need to know about scrappage schemes

You might have heard many different things about scrappage schemes in recent months, from what cars and companies are involved, to what is actually ...

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Four of the best cars for legroom

If you're looking for a car that can provide enough room for growing teenagers, or if you expect to be frequently ferrying around adults, you'll wa ...

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Best family cars for outdoor pursuits

The holidays are here, and what better way to embrace the summer months by going off the beaten track and heading into the great outdoors with you ...

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Best family hatchbacks with big boots

Our Top 5 Family Hatchbacks with Big Boots  Having a family means having a lot of stuff - lots of shopping each week, lots of equipment ...

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Top cars for larger families

It wasn't long ago that large families needing a seven-seater vehicle had very little choice and typically ended up with something that resembled ...

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What are the safest family cars you should buy?

Safety first. It's an old adage but a valuable one, and never is it more relevant than when we're talking about the best cars for families. When yo ...

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Guide to insuring your first car

Buying your first car can be a daunting process, but so can looking for car insurance. The amount of money you might be asked to pay can be stagge ...

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What colour should your first car be?

It's one of those factors that can turn you on to a car (or off one) in the blink of an eye; that all too personal issue of colour.The colour can ...

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What to look for when buying your first used car

You've decided the time is right and you are ready to buy your first car! We know you're unlikely to have ever spent this much money on anything b ...

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The top 10 used small cars for first-time buyers

Our Top 10 Small Car Picks for First-Time Buyers  You've passed your driving test, gained a new independence or decided to move away fro ...

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Best used diesel cars 2016

Diesel cars, while perhaps more expensive than their petrol-guzzling counterparts, have enjoyed a boost in popularity recently. Known for their eco ...

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Best used convertibles 2016

When the British weather plays ball, there are few things better than driving down to the coast, soaking up the sunshine and feeling the cool, salt ...

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Best used estate cars 2016

Practical, powerful, spacious and attractive: four words that could be used to describe today's estate cars. Whether you're ferrying the kids to an ...

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Questions to ask when buying a used Ford

It seems that every other car on the road is a Ford of some description. Affordable, reliable and cheap to maintain, it's little wonder that Ford ...

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Questions to ask when buying a used Audi

If you're looking for a premium marque, you can't go wrong with an Audi. With its unmistakable badge of interlocking rings, Audi is known for qual ...

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Questions to ask when buying a used BMW

As the company that in 2015 was crowned the world's most reputable, BMW can be proud of its fleet of 'ultimate driving machines'. Prestige, style ...

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10 rules for picking the best used estate car

Estate cars remain a popular choice for families, business owners and people with pets, as they offer a huge amount of room without compromising o ...

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How to choose the perfect Audi

Just by knowing that you want an Audi means you're already ahead of most people looking to buy themselves a new used-car. We don't have to tell yo ...

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The smart persons strategy for buying a small car

Whether you're a first-time buyer or are just looking to downsize from your current vehicle, there's a lot to consider when purchasing a small car ...

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The ultimate guide to picking a convertible

What driver doesn't want to enjoy the wind through their hair when cruising down the motorway? Convertible cars are something many of us aspire to ...

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3 questions you must ask when choosing a sports car

Whether it's been a lifelong dream or the result of a financial windfall, there are many reasons why people want to get themselves a sports car. H ...

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10 rules for picking the perfect used Ford

Ford remains the most popular brand of car in the UK - the Fiesta and Focus were named by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders as the to ...

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Essential steps for buying a used Volkswagen

Reliable, sexy and value-retaining, Volkswagen has a good reputation, with cars which perform well in every class. From the tiny Up! to the 3.0 li ...

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How to find your perfect estate car

Estate cars are enjoying a resurgence in popularity at the moment. No longer are they the preserve of caravanners, large families or that strange ...

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The smart persons strategy for buying a used Vauxhall

Top Gear Magazine may have referred to Vauxhall as the 'perennial bridesmaid to Ford in the UK', but in the same breath, the car bible emphasised ...

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The ultimate guide to picking a used BMW

As one of the world's most famous car manufacturers, Germany's BMW is a fine choice when you go to purchase a new used-car.However, with so many ...

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Best cars for Christmas presents

Whether it's a new set of wheels for your partner, a starter-car for your teenage child, or the dream car your dad has always wanted - cars make ex ...

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How to get good value for money

Tracking down a bargainKnowing what you should be looking for and understanding exactly what makes a second-hand vehicle good value for money is ver ...

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Choosing the best set of used wheels for this summers festival season

These days there's a huge variety of annual summer festivals held throughout the UK, with something to suit all ages and musical tastes. You'll find ...

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People carriers the good and the bad and the ugly

If you're looking for a benchmark for vehicles in the people carrier sector then look no further than the Renault Espace. The arrival of the model ...

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Audi Convertibles vs BMW Convertibles

With the cold months (hopefully) gone for another year, many motorists are getting serious about investing in a convertible. The thrill of driving ...

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Best estate cars in 2015

Tourings, clubmans, station wagons - call them what you will, they'll always be estate cars to us. It was around this time last year that we rounde ...

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Best SUVs and 4x4s to help you get through the winter

Winter is a troublesome time of year for us drivers. The car struggles to start in the mornings, the windscreen is always covered in ice, and slip ...

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Ford Fiesta vs Vauxhall Corsa

The Ford Fiesta vs the Vauxhall Corsa: which comes out on top?When it comes to the most popular superminis on the market, the Ford Fiesta and Vau ...

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Audi A3 vs VW Golf

Here at Carbase we have compared the Audi A3 with the VW Golf. Want to know who wins read on!Has the Audi A3 dismantled the VW Golf's status quo ...

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Audi A4 vs BMW 3 Series

Can the Audi A4 push the BMW 3 Series all the way?The luxury saloon market is dominated by the key premium German manufacturers. The compact-exe ...

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Vauxhall Astra vs Ford Focus

Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao; Serena Williams vs Maria Sharapova; Vauxhall Astra vs Ford Focus?When the top two contenders of any industry ...

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You know you need to trade your car in when

Are you umming and ahing about whether or not it's time to trade your car in for a smoother and sleeker model? If you recognise any of our points be ...

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People Carriers vs 4x4s vs Estates

People carriers vs 4x4s vs estates - it's a triple threat match for the ages! But which of these vehicle styles wins when you're looking to buy a ...

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5 luxurious commuter cars that will make you ditch public transport

Picture the scene: your alarm for work goes off a little late and you think you might miss your train. You end up sprinting to the station with yo ...

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A quick guide to buying a used Vauxhall

The old adage that a new car depreciates in value by 20 per cent just by driving it off the lot might be a little extreme, but in all honesty it w ...

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Best family cars 2014

As one of the car industry's most competitive sectors, choosing a family vehicle can be confusing. There's a number of factors to consider; insuran ...

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4 Budget cars that won't break the bank

Whether you're looking to combat rising fuel prices by downsizing or just want to upgrade to something a little more modern, value for money shoul ...

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Best small cars 2014

Small cars are proving hugely popular for people across the whole of Britain, not just those in cities where space is a premium. By offering quirky ...

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Best used Diesel cars 2014

The Best Diesel Cars Money Can Buy Greater efficiency levels, extra torque and additional off-the-line power have made diesel models a popul ...

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Best used convertibles 2014

Convertibles are great fun to drive and certainly look the part, but aren't always the most practical. After all, those thinking of buying a new Po ...

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Best estate cars 2014

It's almost a rite of passage that individuals - often in their mid-30s - begrudgingly part ways with their sporty little convertible and instead s ...

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Quick guide to buying a used Ford

You don't have to be an Explorer galloping around on a Mustang to see the popularity of this manufacturer. Focus on the roads for even a few minut ...

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The 5 most important questions to ask when buying a used car

You've probably decided to go for a used car instead of a brand new one in order to save some money. However much you're spending, it is likely to b ...

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