Buying my first car - which would you choose?

I would like to buy my first car. I have to choose between: Ford Focus 1.6 (2009) vs Opel Astra H 1.6 (2009) - or Ford Fiesta 1.4 (2010) vs Opel Corsa 1.4 (2010) Which car I should choose in each category?...

I'm after a hatchback/tailgate protector

Can you please give me the name of the maufacturer/supplier of the Hatchback Tailgate protectors that protect the car's bodywork when loading/unloading the boot? I have a 2008 Audi A3 and I know that...

Downsizing to a Focus (not a Fiesta)

Many thanks for the reply the other day about downsizing from a Vauxhall Zafira to a new shape Fiesta. Your advice most welcome but the wife has thrown a spanner in the works, and now quite fancies a 2008...

I'm looking for a new car to replace my Astra

I currently own a Vauxhall Astra CDTi (120) - it's lovely but is seven years old and needs to be replaced. I am currently considering a Ford Focus or Nissan Qashqai. I like a car with a bit of thrust,...

I'm looking for a replacement for my 2000 Daewoo Matiz

I need a small five-door manual, mainly for local runs but some longer drives, to replace a fantastic 12-year-old Daewoo Matiz SE which is showing its age. Used vehicle would be okay. Any suggestions?

Looking to buy a small automatic petrol hatchback as a second car.

I have recently bought a Mercedes-Benz C-Class auto, and in order to make things easier for my wife and I, it might make sense to purchase a small automatic as a second car for short trips. Annual mileage...

Skoda Fabia or Honda Jazz - which would you choose?

I have a choice between late 2008 1.2 12v Skoda Fabia, 23,300 miles @ £5500, and 2006 1.4ES Honda Jazz, 46,000 miles @ £4779. Which one please? Both have full service records and both have been well...

Which estate or large hatchback to replace my Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

I shall soon be changing my six-year-old Mercedes-Benz A180 and was wondering if you could suggest a few options. My main criteria are for low CO2 emissions, good fuel economy and excellent comfort, plus...

Flat load decks for hatchbacks?

Given the price differential between an estate car and a hatchback version of the same model, does anyone manufacture a removable lightweight loading deck to bring the loading height of a hatchback up...

Which comfortable hatchback to replace my Renault Laguna II?

I currently own a 2002 Renault Laguna II which I've found to be an excellent car to drive and is extremely comfortable, particularly on long journeys. However, I no longer need such a large car and need...