BMW 320i - belt or chain?

I'm looking at buying a 2009 BMW 320i ES saloon, it’s an auto with a full service history. I just have a couple of questions: Does it have folding rear seats? Does it have a cam belt or timing chain? I’ve...

Golf auto hill start difficulty

I own a 2013 Volkswagen Golf auto and have trouble starting the car on hills. We never had this problem with our old 2006 Golf auto, is there a fault?

Need a versatie small auto

My wife has a 2005 Toyota Yaris Verso automatic which has done 34,000 miles. It has been completely reliable and is in excellent condition, a good load-lugger and great for carrying our four dogs. She...

What is the best automatic SUV for £15,000?

I have £15,000 to buy a used SUV/4x4, but need an automatic and no older that 3 years.What would you recommend between Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage or Nissan Qashqai ?

Jaguar XE transmission problems

I took delivery of my Jaguar XE 2.0 petrol automatic six months ago. However, it has developed a noise in the transmission somewhere (as well as other problems). The dealer has admitted that there is a...

Nissan Note auto gearbox malfunctioning

The automatic gearbox on my 2006 Nissan Note is not working as it should. It drives off normally, but will change up from first to second gear. Any idea what could be causing this?

Automatic gear shifter sticking

I have a 2010 Vauxhall Corsa automatic with 23,000 miles on the clock. It has been serviced regularly and kept in a garage. Recently I've noticed that the gearbox lever is sticking, which makes it very...

Is it possible to change the gearbox oil on a DSG?

Last week I asked my local Volkswagen dealer about changing the gearbox oil and filter on my 2011 Golf. However, I was told that it has a 'sealed for life system' and therefore does not need it and cannot...

Buying a new family car - Mazda 6 or Skoda Superb?

I have a Mazda 6 Sport Nav (175 Manual) 2013 version which on the whole I am happy with especially the safety pack (Lane & rear view monitoring etc). I recently changed jobs and I am covering 20k miles...

What's the best small auto?

My wife is now 70 and wants to replace her Nissan Almera with something fun to drive and suitable for local short trips. Five door preferred, comfort and reliability desirable, along with an automatic...