Opinion of Diamondbrite new car protection

I am in the process of buying a new Ford Kuga. the dealer is trying to convince me to have Diamondbrite protection for £150. I look after my cars, and polish them at least twice a year using Autoglym anyway....

Which small car?

My wife is now retired and I want to replace her 10yr old Ford KA. She does approximately 5000 miles pa. I am considering a Volkswagen Up - Move Up model, as I have a Golf Plus and am very impressed with...

Which engine for the Roomster?

Which diesel for our new Skoda Roomster SE 1.6?

Which SUV?

I want an SUV type vehicle, about 2 years old, with decent space and access, pothole friendly wheels, tyres and suspension and good reliability. I do low mileage, mostly short runs with longer at the...

New car someone who's had back surgery?

Wife has just had major back surgery so needs a cosseting ride, easy access and heated front seats. She needs the car for her shortish journeys, a hatchback or saloon, no smaller than C-sector with a...

What time of year to buy?

What is the best time of the month and the best month for buying a new car from a main dealer?

Which Focus?

Which model of Ford Focus do you suggest - 1.0 Ecoboost or 1.6 Zetec? Salesman has suggested the 1.0 but I'm unsure about its power?

Is it possible to buy a car while out of the country?

I spend a lot of time out of the UK. I own a car in the UK and wish to sell it (part ex) and buy another. Can my wife do this for me by proxy if a good deal comes up whilst I am away, or do I need to be...

What first car for a 25-year-old who drive high miles?

My Son has just been offered a job in Sheffield which would mean him leaving home and buying his first car. He has been driving 7 years (he is 25) and although he has no no claims bonus, he has been a...

Rate these cars?

I live on the island of Malta where I cover 6,000 miles annually and am looking to replace my aging 1997 Civic VTi with a brand new manual transmission petrol car. I'm not sure if you can help me pick...