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My wife has owned a Mk6 Volkswagen Golf DSG for nearly three years. She has loved it with one exception, the auto gearbox, which always shudders when moving off from stationary. I understand this was common...
I have a 2006 BMW X3 with 76,000 miles on the clock bought last year secondhand from a small local dealer. A few weeks ago the car developed a 'knocking noise' when slowing down to stop and then moving...
My next-door neighbour and I both own Vauxhall Zafiras of about the same age. Mine is 2004/04 registered and his is 2004/54. Both have 1.8 petrol engines. His is a manual whilst mine is an automatic. I...
I am looking to buy a new mid-sized hatchback for around £16,000 - £20,000. However, for health reasons, I need an automatic. What would be the best car to buy?
A friend of mine purchased a Fiat Punto 1.4 automatic from an independent garage three days ago. My friend has only recently passed her test and only has an automatic licence. She learned to drive and...
My wife has a damaged left ankle and wants to buy a small automatic for greater comfort. What do you recommend we buy?
I live in the Isle of Man. Please recommend from where in UK I should buy a tow bar for my Honda Civic 2.2i-DTEC ES. I have a very good mechanic ready to fit it.
I'm thinking of buying an EcoBoost Ford Fiesta or Focus. It must be automatic. Which engines do you suggest? Also, which size wheels and tyres for someone who prefers comfort to bling?
I’m in the market for a used automatic estate. I’ve set my sights on a Ford Mondeo or Vauxhall Insignia. I am looking for a car with good economy and towing ability, as I own a 1450kg caravan. I have £10,995-...
I bought a 2008 Volkswagen Eos five months ago and am concerned about the DSG gearbox and the roof which is leaking. Can I still take the car back to the vendor and ask them to fix it, or is five months...