How reliable is a used BMW E61?

Are there any major failings as far as the BMW E61 520D 2007 is concerned? I am considering buying one with 50,000 miles on the clock. What points should I look out for, and what sort of price should I...

Can you recommend an automatic car up to £13,000?

I'm looking to buy an automatic car. My criteria in order of importance is: safety, reliability, air con, boot space, and sat-nav and connectivity to phone. The Peugeot 2008/3008 has peaked my interest,...

Should I buy an older car for cheaper VED?

I am looking to buy a used Peugeot 2008 petrol auto 1.2 engine. My online research has shown that prior to 2017 the VED payable is £20 but after that date is £155. Looking at the CO2 emissions it seems...

Small car with raised driving position for £30,000 - what do you recommend?

My wife has been driving an SUV and now wants a much smaller car - but still with an elevated driving position to ease entry and egress. She would like an automatic, a rear view camera and heated seats....

Which automatic should I buy up to £20,000?

I'm going to be taking my driving test soon so am looking to buy a reliable automatic. My budget is £20,000. I think I need something the size of a saloon as I will be doing around 18,000 miles per year...

What should I replace my Honda CR-V with?

I'm looking for a shortlist of possible options for a used (up to 3 years old) replacement for an ageing Honda CR-V. The Honda has been very practical, but it is now over 10 years old and I would like...

What should we buy to replace our Toyota Auris?

I am about to part exchange my 2012 Toyota Auris and can't decide what to go for. The car has been almost faultless in the eight years I have owned it and I will miss it but my wife wants something more...

Should I choose the Honda HR-V or Mazda CX-30?

I am about to change my Honda Civic and would like your thoughts and advice. I drive about 8,000 miles per annum and mainly on A-roads and motorways. Should I got for the Honda HR-V or the Mazda CX-30?...

Should I buy a high mileage BMW 740e?

I am considering a BMW 740e, and have found one with 137,000 miles for £23,000. I usually gamble on cheaper higher mileage cars and have never been bitten too badly by them. Is this a reasonable price...

Which reliable, small used car should I buy?

I am in South Africa and for the equivalent of around £5,000 I have narrowed down my used car choices to a Honda Jazz Mark 2, Mk 7 Fiesta 1.4/1.6 and first gen Hyundai i20 (mileage in the range of 50,000...