What do you think of the 2005 Volkswagen Golf Plus?

What do you think of the 2005 petrol Volkswagen Golf Plus 1.6SE 5-door, with manual gearbox, and in particular the FSi engine? Have there been problems with it?

Would a SEAT Ibiza for £2000 make a reliable, cheap runaround?

I'm looking for a reliable, cheap runaround that's able to take me the long distance to uni as a second car. I'm a 22-year-old student and hence looking for a low insurance and tax group which is cheap...

Is the pre-2000 Toyota Carina E diesel reliable?

In the Toyota Avensis pages (1999 to 2001 era) you state "Pre-2000 diesels pointless. Lost its 'smiley face' for 2000 model year." In the Carina E pages you state simply that this 2-litre diesel is 'nothing...

With what could I replace my unreliable 2003 Renault Megane?

I am currently an extremely frustrated driver of a 53-plate 1.5dci Renault Megane. Over the last three months I have shelled out over £1200 pounds to replace the ECU, front coils and top hats and recently...

What are your thoughts on the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

I drive a BMW 325D at the moment and can't fault it, but I feel like a change and I am considering a Mercedes-Benz C-Class 180E and wondered what your thoughts are regarding this model. I would buy new.

Which is more reliable - the 2005-on Honda Civic or Audi A4?

I need a reliable diesel to replace my Vectra which is starting to become costly at just 85,000 miles. I had similar reliability issues with my 2002 Mondeo some years back at around 90,000 miles. I am...

I want a fun sports car and have been recommended the Mazda MX-5 - what do you think?

I would like to buy a secondhand sports car for occasional fun use. I have a budget of £3000 - £3500. The Mazda MX-5 has been suggested. What is your opinion and are there any other possibilities that...

Should I buy this 2000 Rover 45 diesel?

I've been offered a Rover 45 Diesel, 2000 reg with 170,000 miles on the clock. It is in OK condition with a knock on the side. I've been offered it through the owner's club. The problem is I'm in Ireland...

Is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class CVT automatic gearbox reliable?

A dog has arrived in the family and a hatchback is required to prevent the rear seat getting ruined. I currently have a 2006 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport TID Auto and would like to stay with an auto diesel. Also...

Can you recommend three reliable cars for under £2000?

Can you suggest the top three cars for a penniless student? Budget £2000, low insurance and reliability are important, but space would be useful as I carry a lot of kit around. C1, 106 etc seem so small....