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  Lifetime warranty on used Vauxhalls
  A buyer that purchases a second-hand Vauxhall from its Network Q approved used network could now benefit from Vauxhall’s lifetime warranty. The cover only applies to the the second owner of any car that...
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  BMW 1 and 1-Series M, 645i Convertible
  BMW has wowed Detroit show-goers with a collection of new models. A highlight on the BMW stand is the 1-Series M Coupe. The all-important figures read as follows: 0-62mph time of...
• Audi A6
  Audi has taken the wraps off its new A6 which will feature a range of 2.0-litre and 3.0-litre engines, although it’s expected that the 2.0-litre diesel will be the most popular. The engine range comprises a 2.0-litre 174bhp TDI,...
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  Private car sales down by 5.6%
  Private new car sales in the UK dropped below one million for only the second time in ten years, according to new figures. Sales stats from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders...
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  VAT-crunching new car deals
  The recent rise in VAT from 17.5% to 20% has seen the cost of a new car go up by £100s if not £1,000s. However, if you are thinking about...
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  Cut your motoring costs in 2011
  With VAT and fuel prices soaring, motorists will be looking to save cash in 2011 so here’s a quick ten-point cost-cutting guide to help keep you in the black: 1. Use...
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  Motorists face increasing fuel costs
  The rise in VAT and a 1p fuel duty rise has put the average price of petrol up to £1.27 a litre compared with American motorists who still pay around...
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  i-MiEV pricing plans announced
  Mistubishi has launched finance options for its i-MiEV electric vehicle. Centred on a monthly payment of £399, there are three possible finance solutions available to prospective drivers. Each includes the...
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  Speed camera data to be revealed
  Motorists will soon be able to find out exactly how much money each individual speed camera raises if new proposals announced by the government are approved. The plans, announced by Road...
• The best end of year bargains
  Saloon: Vauxhall Insignia WHAT IS IT?The Insignia was the successor to the Vectra. It’s comfortable, good on the motorway and great value for money. It’s also much more sophisticated than the car...
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  Parkers car buyer’s toolkit
  Buying a car is a stressful time. Whether it’s new or used, the amount of money you could be spending means you don’t want to get anything wrong or be...
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  Parker's own 'advent calendar'
  So this is Christmas – the day of celebration and our way of celebrating is, as well as overeating, drinking too much and watching gratuitous amounts of low-grade television, we...
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  Top 10 family car bargains
  1. Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6LX 2001/Y 90,000 miles Typical price: £1,450 (Independent dealer) Price when new: £12,795 The Xsara Picasso, launched in 2000, is a versatile and comfortable five-seat, and has been so successful...
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  Honda Insight ES-T 1.3 IMA CVT
  Honda has revised the Insight for 2011 but can you spot the difference? From the exterior it has remained the same but the interior has had a little refresh: it will...
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  Special offers on the Toyota Yaris
  Toyota is offering customers up to £1,700 off new Yaris models. Orders placed up to March 31, 2011 will benefit from a saving that applies to all TR, T Spirit and SR models. The TR...
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  Smart Fortwo coupe CDI: first drive
  Since its inception in 2000, the Smart Fortwo has been seen as a cleverly packaged and affordable car. Smart has retained all these traits with the latest nip and tuck, but...
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  Do tick that box - extras to pick
  Alloy wheels There’s nothing appealing about a car with steel wheels. Getting steel wheels or alloys often depends on which trim level you go for, but it is best to avoid...
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  Top five Christmas present carriers
  You’ve got the kids, the dog, the cat, the presents and the mince pies to get to the mother-in-law’s by Christmas Eve for a festive week of overdulging in things...
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  Chrysler to launch Delta in UK
  The Lancia Delta and Ypsilon will make it to the UK shores in 2011 but they will both be badged as Chryslers as part of a new strategy by the American...
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  Christmas - the best time to buy
  To many the thought of buying a car during the festive season is too horrific to even imagine: the present-buying has already taken its toll on the bank account and a...