is it worth replacing my problematic old Volkswagen Passat?

How do I calculate whether it's worth keeping my existing car or replacing it? I have an eight-year-old Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.9TDI 140PS (52 plate, 97,000 miles), in average condition, which I keep...

At what annual mileage should drivers consider diesel vehicles?

In last Saturday's paper, you advised someone who does 10,000 miles a year that 'You don't do enough miles for a diesel.' I'd appreciate your opinion as to what mileage would suggest the need for a diesel,...

Will I lose out by trading in my 2008 Nissan Qashqai for something more economical?

I currently own a Nissan Qashqai 2.0 Acenta 2008, which I bought secondhand in November 2009. Currently we get about 35mpg. We mostly use the car at weekends for longish journeys, with the occasional short...

What would you recommend for my son's first car for 15,000 miles per year?

My son has just graduated and is starting his first job, which will involve driving approximately 15,000 miles pa. He is to be given a car allowance of £400p/m and 0.17p per business mile. I'd like to...

Is the Hyundai i10 still the best small automatic car?

My sister has stopped driving due to arthritis, but I feel that she could drive a small automatic. I know that you rate the Hyundai i10, but it seems to have increased in price quite a lot. As I am thinking...

Should I sell or keep my 56-plate BMW 320d SE Touring?

I have a 56 plate BMW 320d SE Touring, owned from new, which has done 90,000 miles commuting up and down the motorway. I am trying to work out whether I should keep the car or replace it, and if so, when....

Can you recommend a family car for a family of six for under £8000?

I currently have a BMW Z4 2.5l with 60,000 miles on the clock on a finance deal. We have three young children and are planning one more. I need to get rid of the Z4 and buy something with multiple seats...

Should I sell on my 2005 Jaguar S-Type diesel before maintenance becomes expensive?

I own a 2005 S-Type Jaguar diesel Sport auto with 84,000 miles on the clock. It is in good condition with full Jaguar service history and one previous owner. It runs perfectly and is a pleasure to drive,...

What should I pay for a Volkswagen Golf with 46,000 miles on the clock?

I'm looking at purchasing a Volkswagen Golf 1.6 16v SE, 5-door with 46,000 miles on the clock. I am wondering what you think would generally be a good price. I am not really looking to spend more than...

Should I buy this 2006 Ford Fiesta for my son?

I have been looking around for a car for my son and have found a Ford Fiesta 2006 Ghia 1.4 five-door with 31,000 miles, petrol engine and manual gearbox. The asking price is £5000 - do you think this reasonable...