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I am looking at buying a car for around £2500 that is comfortable and practical. Ideally, I'd like a 2.0-litre diesel as I tow a trailer regularly. I've seen some Ford Mondeos, Volkswagen Passats and Mazda...
My Nissan Navara is about 14 months old and has been back to the dealer on three occasions to have the trip computer fixed The dealer has done his best to repair it, but says it's a software problem and...
I'm looking for a cheap second hand car for my partner. She only does 4000 miles a year, but needs something with five doors and a large boot.
We've narrowed it down to the Honda Jazz, Mitsubishi Colt...
My Mazda 5 1.6 diesel has started to cut out. The car does a 30-40 mile journey once a week and longer ones once a month. I also use Shell V-Power once a month (there's no garage near), so I would hope...
My 2004 Peugeot 206 diesel had its EGR value replaced at its recent service. Since then the engine warning light has been permanently on. Any idea what's wrong?
I am think of buying a new pick up. You get a lot of car for your money. What do you think of the SsangYong Korando Sports? Is there any problems that I should be aware of?
My Volvo V70's bonnet open warning light is stuck on, despite the fact the bonnet is firmly locked. This happened a couple of years ago and the Volvo garage said it needed new locks at nearly £300, but...
Is it possible for a garage to fit a rear diff incorrectly? Our Land Rover Freelander (1997) went in a couple of months ago and has not been the same since. We get a hollow rasping sound when the car runs...
I'm hoping to get a BMW 1 series in the not too distant future but I keep reading horror timing chain stories. Is there any statistics to say the N43 petrol is stronger than the N47 diesel?
I'm looking for a replacement engine for my 2004 Ford C-Max 1.6 petrol. Can I fit a different engine (like a diesel) or must the replacement be the same as before?
I've got a misfire on my 2001 Vauxhall Vectra 1.7. Sometimes it's fine, others, it's struggling to go. Any ideas?
My 2003 Vauxhall Zafira diesel won't start. It hasn't suffered from this problem before and was only standing for a day. Any ideas?
I have a four year old BMW X5 which has had the original wheels replaced under warranty due to corrosion/blistering around the hubs. The replacements are suffering the same damage and my local dealer has...
I'm looking at buying a new car, probably the Audi A6 saloon 2.0 TDI S line Ultra. I'm wondering if there's any reliable way to work out the 'resale value' of the optional equipment?
There's a few options...
We bought a new Ford Kuga diesel in December 2009. The windscreen has not been glued correctly causing the electrics to blow. The bill was £1200 to dry out the car, replace the windscreen and fit a new...
My 2001 Citroen Xsara 1,4 petrol is making a knocking noise. The noise only happens when the car is moving and appears to to be coming from the front when I slow down or brake.
The local garage don't...
I need a practical, reliable family car. I have seen a 2014 Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI S 86ps for £8500 with 12,000 miles. I have also seen a 2014 SEAT Toledo 1.2 TSI S 105PS for £9400 ewith 2000 miles....
I've recently had an operation and my physio has said I need a car with an upright seating position, automatic with flat seat pan so hips and knees are level. Can you recommend some suitable cars?
I am hoping someone can give me some advice; I am looking at buying a Citroen Xsara Picasso. Should I go for the 1.6HDi or the 2.0 HDi? Is one more reliable than the other?
I am considering buying a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.3 diesel with 150,000 miles on the clock and full service history from a dealer for £8500. Is this good value, or am I buying into expensive bills?
I'm thinking of buying a 2005 BMW 3 Series 2.0 diesel for £3000. The car is an automatic and has 3000 miles on the clock. Is there anything I should look out for?
I'm looking at Ford Mondeo Estate 2.0 diesel circa 02-06. Which model would you recommend? And what mileage? (I was thinking 70-90,000) I want to pay £2500. Do they have DPF? Chain belt?
My BMW was misfiring recently, so I took it to my local BMW dealer. After diagnosis, they said one of the injectors failed and therefore all the four injectors needed to be changed, along with the spark...
The timing chain has snapped on my 2007 BMW 318d, with 127,000 miles on the clock. I'm not in the position to change the car and have been happy with it to date, is there anything you recommend to change...
I am a very big guy and modern vehicles seem to all have sport style seat which are too small for me. Can you recommend a large car that will accommodate my extended dimensions?
I am a 6.6 feet tall and need a large car with a soft ride. I have £8000 to spend and want something with lots of space in the back, but dislike French cars. What do you recommend?
I recently purchased a 2013 Honda Jazz with 1850 miles recorded from a main Honda dealer. The cooling fan runs for a few seconds every minute or so whether the car is hot or cold. At night the headlamps...
I bought my dream car recently from a BMW dealer - a 2008 MINI One. It was a good price with only 24,000 miles on the clock. However, since then,it has been back twice with a window problem and again today...
I want to buy a used car and have between £6500 - £8000 to spend. Ideally, I want a five door car with a reasonably sized boot. I travel daily using my car and average 20,000 miles a year. I am not bothered...
Given the recent news that diesels are not as clean as we'd been led to believe, do you foresee any future issues with buying a new diesel, specifically larger 4x4s like the Volkswagen Touareg?
I bought a 2002 Toyota Corolla last week from a trader. The engine warning light came on in the first 10 miles and my local garage says there is a problem with the cat converter. Can I reject it and if...
I am thinking of buying a 2007 Renault Megane Scenic 1.5 DCI. Is there anything I should watch out for on this model?
My Peugeot 206 automatic has started jumping out of gear on cold mornings, with a frost light flashing on the dashboard. However, after stopping and restarting it seems to warm up and drive ok. Any idea...
I bought a new Honda Jazz three weeks ago and it instantly gave me a bad back - within 48 hours and I've had to see physiotherapist. I told the dealer, but they have refused a refund. What can I do?
Having witnessed a hit and run incident, I wish to fit dashcams to my Volkswagen Polo and Golf. The various sellers all suggest they should be fitted behind the rear view mirror.
My cars' mirrors are...
I recently bought a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate (220CDI Blue Efficiency) and done 3000 miles. However, I cannot get much above 46mpg, which is a long way off the official figures. Any idea why this is?...
I want to buy a small 4x4 for everyday use for about £15k. I commute about one hour a day, with some motorway driving. I also want to use the car for holiday touring, with decent economy. What should I...
I have a narrow driveway, which my 2004 Ford Ka fits perfectly. Unfortunately it has failed its MoT. It only has 25,000 miles on the clock, but the main issue is the near side and offside rear lower inner...
I bought a used (2011) Skoda Octavia 1.2 TSI from a dealer in 2012. Two weeks ago, parked normally on (flat) drive in evening. Following morning, engine died before car could be put into gear and driven....
I’m looking for a premium four seater convertible. I have £70,000 to spend and will need it for personal use and also as a wedding car. Would be looking for a used version or nearly new – what do you recommend?...
I've been offered A 2001 Renault Clio with 40,000 miles on the clock. Is there anything that I should look out for and check as I have heard reports of bonnet problems?
I was driving my Citroen Xsara Picasso yesterday when I felt a sudden "thump". The engine then cut out and the car coasted to a stop. It now won't start. Any ideas?
When does the 14 days cooling off period begin on financial agreements? Is it when I receive the agreement to sign on email or is it once I have signed it and sent it back?
I have a £15k budget and want a brand new car. I have no particular requirements, other than a minimum of four seats for occasional passengers. I do around 10,000 miles a year. Which cars within my budget...
A relative of mine is fortunate enough to have recently purchased a new car to use as her daily driver. She is keeping her previous car, a 2010 Porsche Boxter (owned from new) as a second car for occasional...
I recently bought a 2007 MINI Cooper from a dealer with a three month warranty. Within a few weeks of ownership, the car suffered a water leak and I’ve been quoted £270 to fix. The dealer isn’t interested...
I have driven a manual BMW 520D SE since new in August 2006. I have been delighted with the car but would like to replace with something of equal quality and reliability.
I am keen to avoid cars with...
I am considering buying a new Audi A6 Avant 2.0 Ultra with an S-tronic box. Has VAG solved its DSG problems?
I own a Daihatsu Fourtrak Independent TDS, (1996), which I've had for around 12 years with 120,000 miles on the clock. How do I best sell this specialist vehicle and what should be my target price?
I wish to sell a 1989 BMW 535i SE manual, with one owner driver from new. What would be the value of this car and the best method to sell it?
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