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Subaru Justy

Opinion

The best used Subarus

Many will only remember Subaru for the monstrous WRX STI, but for the savvy buyer this Japanese giant offers real deals

23 February 2015

The best used Subarus

Vauxhall VX220

Opinion

Hot hatches, saloons and roadsters - my favourite used Vauxhalls

Although the Griffin badge might not be quite as desirable as German rivals, there are some awesome motors in the manufacturer's back catalogue

17 February 2015

Hot hatches, saloons and roadsters - my favourite used Vauxhalls

The 306 GTi-6 was the arguably the last great performance Pug

Opinion

My favourite used Peugeots

Whether you're after a spacious people-carrier or a stylish coupé-convertible, Peugeot's back catalogue contains plenty of choices for the used car buyer

9 February 2015

My favourite used Peugeots

Lotus Esprit Turbos can command up to £30,000

Opinion

What's the best used Lotus to buy now?

Elan, Elise or Exige? The Lotus range offers some of the most accessible performance motoring money can buy

26 January 2015

What's the best used Lotus to buy now?

Welcome to Autocar's ultimate guide to the used car market in 2015

News

Ultimate used car buying guide 2015

James Ruppert explains how careful timing can save you cash in the used car market — and which cars you should be buying in 2015

24 January 2015

Ultimate used car buying guide 2015

The Green Party proposes spending less money on our roads

Opinion

I'm not convinced by the Green Party's policy on road building

A general election is grinding closer, and listening to the politicians' views on motoring topics is illuminating, if a little concerning…

13 January 2015

I'm not convinced by the Green Party's policy on road building

Alfa Romeo 159

Opinion

Used Alfas, anyone? Here are my favourite secondhand hard-tops

Buying a used Alfa Romeo can be a risky business, but pick the right model and, for a low price, you're guaranteed fun

5 January 2015

Used Alfas, anyone? Here are my favourite secondhand hard-tops

Give your prospective purchase a thorough once over to spot obvious problems

News

Used cars – the simple tech checks anyone can make

Buying a used car can seem a little daunting, but you can minimise the chances of problems with these simple tech checks and answers to the most commonly asked questions

28 December 2014

Used cars – the simple tech checks anyone can make