Used car news

BIG name brands are increasingly suffering heavy depreciation. Booming sales of prestige and budget models squeezing values of mainstream cars, according to industry experts, Glass's Guide.

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14th March 2006

SOFTWARE to cure Electronic Throttle Module faults on selected Volvo models will be available next month. The problem can cause sudden loss of power in petrol-engined V70, C70, S60, S70, S80 and XC70. Upgrade's free from dealers.

MKII Ford Focus is becoming regular sight on used forecourts. Seen at Direct Cars in Sheffield: 05-plate 1.4 LX with 14,000 miles on clock for £7,995.

A RECALL from Audi affects 70,000 diesel A3 models. Manual versions of 2.0 TDI built from mid-2003 to end of 2004 could have faulty flywheels. The German firm is contacting owners to offer a free replacement.