Vauxhall Astra - fault code P2279

I bought a Vauxhall Astra 1.9 CDTI two years ago from a main dealer. Last June the fault code P2279 appeared. This was an air leak and was told it needed a new inlet manifold, which was replaced at the...

Should I pay for a fuel emission service?

I have just booked my Superb Estate into Skoda for a 32,000 mile service + MoT. Among other extras offered is a "fuel emission service", I asked what it consisted of I was told it cleans the sludge in...

Ford EcoBoost engine - will it suffer DMF problems?

I understand that the Ford 999cc EcoBoost engine is mated to a dual mass flywheel, in order to iron out the imbalance of the 3-cylinder configuration. In view of the history of dual mass flywheel problems...

Dashboard reflection on windscreen - is this a common new car fault?

I am contemplating buying a Nissan Qashqai, but the car I road test today had a big reflection on the windscreen from the bulk instrument panel. I appreciate that most cars have a form of reflection but...

Buying a 1999 Toyota Corolla - how can I reduce my insurance?

I am 24 year old female and I have recently been offered a 1999 Toyota Corolla by a neighbour who is looking to buy a new car. It has 48,000 miles on the clock and has only one owner. I would like to...

Citroen C4 Picasso leaking water - what's the cause?

I have found water dripping inside my Citroen C4 Picasso. The problem is around the footwell, but I cannot see any blockage around the rain water channels. Could it be anything to do with the air con system?

Should I buy a used Land Rover Discovery?

I am thinking of buying a 2012 Land Rover Discovery HSE with 70,000 miles on the clock. I wanted the HSE because of the high spec and concluded that the high mileage already recorded will mean that the...

Ca n you offer any tips for looking after a new car?

I am in the process of buying a new Volkswagen Golf 1.4 petrol, which I plan to keep for five years. I have declined the paint treatment offered by the garage and have a few questions: 1) What do you...

Getting a classic back on the road - what should I do?

My 1991 Nissan Sunny has been off the road for many months. I've bought a new battery as the old one is completely dead. I haven't fitted the battery yet (it should arrive tomorrow) but I don't want to...

Vauxhall Vectra alarm problem

The alarm siren on my 2008 Vauxhall Vectra keeps going off shortly after locking with the keyfob. If I choose to lock the doors manually from the inside then use the key to manually lock the driver door...