Ford Focus Zetec 1.6TDCi
Ford’s Focus is still a fine balance of ride and handling writes Suzanne Keane What is it? The new Ford Focus has been given a fresh new interior and sleek exterior look with a new bold front end. Who is it aimed at? The Focus will appeal to a wide range of consumers from lovers of sporty hatchbacks to those looking for a practical and economical family car. Styling? Our test car was a Cobalt Blue Zetec with sports suspension,...
40 years of the BMW 3 Series
Four decades and five models later, the compact executive still thrills, says Geraldine Herbert Margaret Thatcher became the first woman to lead a British political party, Charles Haughey returned from the political wilderness and Jaws was the film everyone was talking about; the year was 1975. It was also the year that motorists were driving the first-ever BMW 3-Series from car showroom forecourts. Known internally as the E21, the...
Kia Sorento Platinum 2.2
The new Sorento is proof that Kia takes refinement very seriously with a high quality interior and smart styling writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? The seven-seat SUV is one of the most popular family car choices on the road and Kia’s third generation seven seat Sorento is their most refined to date. Who is it aimed at? You don’t have to spend all your spare time contemplating fordable rivers, scalable peaks and crossable tundras...
Seat Leon X-Perience 2.0 TDi
Seat’s latest car is a four-wheel drive version of its stylish Leon Estate. Watch our video review here (Video Filming by Kyran...
How do you find the car that best suits your needs?
Before you start the hunt for your dream car you must decide on a few factors. Here are our top 10 tips writes Geraldine Herbert 1. Settle On a Budget and stick to it! 2. Research: Information is power so look online at your options and see what’s out there, decide what you want and have a look at what’s on offer within your budget. 3. Draw up a buying shortlist: You may love the sleek look of a sports coupe, but is it really...
