What is the best used diesel car for under £8000?

I'm looking at buying a used car that will ideally be economical, fun to drive and (hopfully) last 5-6 years. In your opinion, what is the best diesel car to buy for under £8000 with less than 30,000 on...

Would you recommend the Skoda Octavia diesel to cover 12,000 miles a year?

I'm thinking of buying a new 1.6 diesel hatchback which I will keep for five or more years. Firstly, with annual mileage at 12,000 miles, is this the right choice? Secondly, is the Octavia likely to be...

Should I replace my Toyota Avensis with the current model?

My 1999 Toyota Avensis estate (2.0-litre petrol) has, after 170,000 trouble-free miles, expired due to a burst radiator and subsequent cracked cylinder head. I would like to replace it with a similar large...

How will I know when my 2002 Ford Mondeo requires a new dual mass flywheel?

I have just purchased a 2002 Ford Mondeo TDCi 2.0-litre 115 and keep hearing about the dual mass flywheel. What should I listen out for or notice in the future to let me know that this would need replacement?...

Can I recommend Dieseljones.co.uk for sourcing spare parts for diesel car engines?

I've just purchased a diesel fuel injection pump for a Saab 9-5 3.0 diesel. I had originally contacted Saab parts, but they were quoting £1500 plus vat for an exchange. I did manage to get the part number...

Electro fated

I have often read your opinion in different contexts that multiple short journeys is a 'car killer'. We are retired and very fortunate to live in West Cornwall - 3 miles from the National Trust at Trellissick...

Why does my new KIA Venga smell of diesel?

I traded in my Peugeot 207 SW for a Kia Venga 1 diesel, which is a nice car and I'm happy apart from one thing: there is a distinct diesel smell in the cabin. I took it back to the dealer and left it with...

I've been offered good deals on the Toyota Avensis and Citroen C5 D Tourers - which should I pick?

I've been offered good deals on the 2.0 D Tourer versions of both the Toyota Avensis & the Citroen C5 VTR. There is little to chose between them on price - the Toyota is just a bit more, but the Citroen...

Wagging the dog

We wondered if you could offer your thoughts on the following please. My partner's company car (currently 9-3 Sportwagon) is due for renewal in September this year, and he is looking for another diesel...

Idle moments

You stated recently that you were considering not recommending diesel vehicles due to expensive problems with Turbos, Intercoolers and EGR Valves etc. Would this also include petrol engine cars fitted...