Buying a used Fiesta - petrol or diesel?

I'm currently looking at buying either a 2010 Ford Fiesta Zetec S 1.6 petrol or the TDCi version. I have a 13 mile trip to and from work, which is 80% in town traffic with stopping and starting. As I only...

Replacing Xsara Picasso - what should I buy?

I am thinking about buying a used car to replace a 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 HDI. Due to numerous problems with turbo seals and injectors, the car has become too expensive to run. I average 20,000...

Wife is expecting twins - what car should we buy?

My wife is expecting twins and we're looking for a used car which will have space for a double buggy. Our budget is up to around £10,000 and reliability and low running costs are important to us. What...

Can you recommend a used car that's cheap to run?

I want to buy a used small car (up to three years old) that is cheap to run and has high seats. I will cover about 5000 miles a year. What do you recommend?

Buying a used seven-seater automatic - what would you recommend?

My in-laws would like to replace their ancient Volvo estate with a nearly new seven-seater to ferry the grandchildren about. They really want an auto, preferably a diesel and preferably sliding doors....

Used car for long commuting - what's best for £4k?

I am looking for a used car with a budget of £4000. I am commuting 130 miles daily and 90 per cent of this is motorway cruising. What cars would you recommend I look for? Primarily, I am looking for...

Need to change my MX5 for a family hatch - any ideas?

I own a 2007 Mazda MX5, but now have two small children who will need picking up everyday from school. I'd love a 5 door hatch with a DAB radio and a proper sunroof, and petrol engine or perhaps a practical...

Buying a used car for £6k - what's best?

Please can you advise me on what car would best suit my needs? I am a 24 year old female, I live a very outdoorsy life and I am looking for a hatchback that is still stylish but that I can fit one large...

Buying a used car - petrol or diesel?

I have a 2006 Saab 95 petrol turbo auto 2.0 which I love, but my mileage has increased and it is costing me a fortune in road tax, petrol and servicing. Do I need a diesel Ford Mondeo/Jaguar X-type or...

Buying a used car - Renault or SEAT?

I do 10,000 miles per annum, mostly short journeys mixed with some long motorway runs. I am considering a used Renault Megane or SEAT Leon, spending up to £12,000. Do you advise petrol or diesel for this...