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What should I replace my Ford Mondeo with?

I need to replace my Ford Mondeo. What would you recommend? I like the size of Mondeo and the performance mid range of the 2.2-litre diesel suits my driving which is mainly country roads with occasional...

What's the best ULEZ compliant car for £5000?

I need a reliable car for mainly motorway driving and I’m in ULEZ so must be petrol for my budget, which is most reliable and comfortable for the job?

What SUV is suitable for a five-foot tall driver?

What is the easiest SUV to drive for someone 5ft 3in? Access and visibility?

What estate car with a manual handbrake and traditional key do you recommend?

I'm looking for an estate car with a manual handbrake, traditional key ignition and a CD player (preferably CD autochanger). What are the most recent cars you would recomend?

How much should it cost to replace a seatbelt buckle?

My 2019 Skoda Superb Estate failed its MoT due to a rear seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.12d). My son has tested it and the buckle will release, but not as easily as the others. I have...

What's the best car for a tall elderly driver?

With the ULEZ zone due to expand I need to change my diesel Toyota Corolla Verso for something compliant. The problem is I am 6ft 10 inches tall and have arthritis in my spine which makes getting in and...

Have the issues with Volkswagen 1.5 TSI engines been resolved?

Can you tell me if every 1.5 TSI engine in VW group cars have the kangaroo problem? I have been looking at the Skoda Karoq and Kamiq and SEAT Ateca between 2019 to 2021. Does it happen when the car is...

How long should a DSG clutch last?

I am looking at a Dec 2019 Skoda Karoq TSI 1.5 SE-L DSG with 30,000 miles. Could you tell me please if it will have a wet or dry clutch and is it true that the dry clutch doesn't last as long ? I have...