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I bought a 1976 Triumph Stag with a Rover V8 from a private seller in October. Just 125 miles and 72 hours after leaving the seller, it suffered catastrophic engine failure. The engine needs replacing....
I'm interested in buying an old Jaguar XKR but I'm worried about reliability and what to look for when buying. I have had a 2000 Porsche Boxster before and I know they have a good reputation for reliability...
I am looking at a 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL with 120,000 miles. It has two previous owners and a full history. It's good condition but has an oil leak. What would you say is a fair price?
A friend of mine likes the 2CV and he thinks they are reliable. Is this true? Why are they they also expensive to buy?
I am thinking about buying a sports car for a bit of fun. I'm considering a Lotus Elan M100 or Honda S2000 and have up to £10k to spend or a bit more if necessary. I want something in reasonable nick and...
I'm not really a "car guy" (a two year old pickup is my daily drive) but I've got a yen to buy a Jaguar XK-E (an E-Type as it's called in the UK...) which I'm sure you will agree is not just a car but...
I have recently retired and would like to own a classic car which I would run only in the summer months. I live in Scotland and salt on the roads is the enemy in the winter. I fancy an old Mercedes and...
I'm looking to buy a nice MGB GT. Can you tell me what the best places to place a wanted ad are? I have joined the MG owners club already.
Just a university student here. I wish to have prestige car. The dream can be lived on a budget, I am looking at a BMW E39 and I am intending on modifying it elegantly. I'm looking for the most economical...
Are classic cars legally covered by the same warranty as modern cars?
 

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