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Daewoo Kalos 1.2S - Car Review (2003 Oct)
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THE three-inch jellied strip low on the passenger door spells a name revered in automobile styling circles.Only under close examination do you spot those two words Design Giugiaro, and mischievously wonder whether the discretion is in fact deliberate... Daewoo Kalos 1.2S
GM Daewoo Kalos 1.4 SX - Car Review (2003 Jul)
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IT WAS a long, hard wrangle that wore down Daewoo owners and did nothing for the brand appeal. But now, with the liquidation of the original firm and the birth of GM Daewoo, the problems are far in the rear view mirror and the marque is safely in the... GM Daewoo Kalos 1.4 SX
Daewoo Kalos 1.4SE - Car Review (2003 Mar)
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WHAT'S in a name?Well, quite a lot, particularly if your name has been arguably "tainted" with doubt in the past.With the recent uncertainty over the future of Daewoo, it is perhaps no wonder that drivers have had concerns over its cars and its futur... Daewoo Kalos 1.4SE
Daewoo Kalos 1.4 SE - Car Review (2003 Apr)
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DAEWOO became an immediate phenomenon when it burst onto the British scene.It threw away the rule books by selling cars directly, much to the chagrin of the car dealer fraternity, and offered a customer service package which was unbelievably good.But... Daewoo Kalos 1.4 SE
Daewoo Kalos 1.4SX - Car Review (2003 Feb)
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DAEWOO is back in business with a generously proportioned family hatchback that is fully kitted out for a shade in excess of £8,000.It may not have the sexiest of names, but the new Kalos has plenty of features that set fresh horizons for the once tr... Daewoo Kalos 1.4SX
Daewoo Kalos 1.4 SX - Car Review (2003 May)
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THE Kalos initially caused chaos in the Keenan household before proving itself the thoroughbred of GM Daewoo's stable.A boot that defied attempts to open it was not the best of starts to a week driving the 1.4 SX model.Next came a seat that initially... Daewoo Kalos 1.4 SX
Daewoo Kalos 1.4SX - Car Review (2004 Mar)
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IT WAS back in the spring of 1995 that Daewoo introduced itself to the UK motoring scene with a couple of recycled Vauxhalls, the Nexia and the Espero.The Pacific Rim carmaker's wares were specifically aimed at the budget car buyer, coming generously... Daewoo Kalos 1.4SX
Daewoo Kalos 1.2SE - Car Review (2003 Jul)
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THE 1.2 eight-valve engine has just been introduced into the Kalos, an alternative to the 1.4 in a supermini which is the first product of Daewoo's absorption into General Motors.Its task is to power a car which, in line with current superminis, is q... Daewoo Kalos 1.2SE
Depreciation Index: Best and worst city cars - Car Review (2009 Aug)
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City cars are famous for carrying a premium at all ages. However, there are a number of city cars that have heavy depreciation. As always it pays consumers back in savings if they study the depreciation pattern of the specific variation of car they ... Depreciation Index: Best and worst city cars
Chevrolet Orlando 2.0 VCDi LS - Car Review (2011 Jul)
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YOU probably couldn’t get a more American sounding car than a Chevrolet Orlando if you tried.It combines one of the USA’s near legendary car marques with a holiday destination that even the most geographically challenged person could instantly identi... Chevrolet Orlando 2.0 VCDi LS

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Daewoo expands its Kalos range (2003 May)
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DAEWOO'S new Kalos five-door family hatchback range is given a significant boost with the addition of two new engines to the line up.A sprightly new 1.2 litre four-cylinder joins the range at entry level in the Kalos 1.2S and SE, and there is also a ... Daewoo expands its Kalos range
Eastern brands top reliability study (2011 Jul)
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JAPANESE and Korean marques – and Honda in particular - are still the best choice for a used car you can rely on.That’s according to figures released today which also show that it is cars from European brands which break down the most.Honda tops the ... Eastern brands top reliability study
Depreciation Index: Best and worst large family cars (2009 Apr)
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(Based on the large family car section of Used Car Expert Magazine Edition 4 2009) In the large family sector, depreciation on nearly new cars sees main stream and premium brands all delivering firm residual prices. Good news for owners but not real... Depreciation Index: Best and worst large family cars
New car on a low income? (2009 May)
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Dear Matt I want to buy a new or nearly new car for my 23 year old daughter who will have a low income and as a conservationist her priorities include - High mpg - Green - Some warranty time left There are some very good deals for new cars aro... New car on a low income?
Big Banger Rally (2008 Mar)
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Hi We need a car for our daft European Banger Rally and hoped you had some advice. We're driving 1500 miles and need a car for 4 big adults for less than £200 that has available parts. We were thinking a Ford Granada, a Volvo 240 or 740 or m... Big Banger Rally
Say hello to the Chevrolet Matiz (2005 Mar)
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THE first all-new car since Daewoo underwent a metamorphosis and became Chevrolet will go on sale in June.And part of the car will be a blast from the past - but only in name. The new 2005 Chevrolet Matiz will follow in the footsteps of its previous ... Say hello to the Chevrolet Matiz
Daewoo prepares to launch Lacetti (2004 Feb)
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DAEWOO has announced that its new small hatchback, the Lacetti, will cost from just £9,495 when it arrives here this spring.It will undercut the cheapest Ford Focus by £1,300, and Volkswagen's Golf by about £2,500.Available in five door form from Mar... Daewoo prepares to launch Lacetti
Daewoo lights problem (2008 Mar)
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Hi On my Daewoo Lanos, when ignition is turned off, and everything else in off position, side lights front and rear stay on. What has caused this do you think? What can I do please? Thanks. Daewoo lights problem
Engine management light (2008 Apr)
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Dear friends My problem is that engine management light is ok when am starting the car (a Daewoo Matiz) but starts to light when am reaching speed of 90km/h ? Can you help me please? Thanks Ivan Engine management light
Daewoo Matiz airbag light (2008 Mar)
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The airbag warning light won't go off. Could you please suggest reasons for this and possible solutions. Thanks, Alan Spring   Daewoo Matiz airbag light

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