Should I buy a used car that has outstanding finance on it?

The private seller has a secured loan on the car I'm looking to buy. What's the best way to handle this? Rather than trust him to settle the loan once I've paid him, should I insist that he clears the...

Can I get a refund on a used car bought from a private seller?

I bought a Land Rover Defender 90 advertised as really clean inside and out with everything working has it should, with an MoT and no advisories. The car broke down in my second journey, failed an MoT...

How much does a full service history add to the value of a car?

I am in the process of purchasing an approved used 2019 Renault Kadjar. I agreed a price of £12k with the dealer and paid a deposit. Although it was confirmed the car had full service history it seems...

What petrol SUV do you recommend?

I have a seven year old 1.6-litre petrol Suzuki Vitara. I'm happy with it, but the tech is somewhat behind the curve with no satnav, no parking sensors even, let alone cameras. I'm trying to decide whether...

What do the three digits in a van name mean?

I am looking at buying a panel. Some adverts have the wording "Professional 335" or another 3 digit number. What does it mean?

What cars have active park assist or equivalent?

I have an 8 year old Ford Focus estate with Active Park Assist. Living in central London this is an invaluable feature. Ford say they are to discontinue this on future cars. Can you advise me which estates...

Can I reject a car in 7 days or do I have to allow the dealer a chance to repair it?

I bought car from a dealer and it developed a problem with the gearbox within 7 days of ownership. I receved a warranty on purchase which I am trying to use to cover the cost of the repair but have also...

We bought a van that wasn't as advertised - can we claim money back?

We brought a 2017 Ford Tourneo in October last year. The seller said it has full service history. We have been chasing the history since we brought it and finally received it last week. It is not a full...

I part exchanged a car and now the garage are saying it has been clocked - where do I stand?

Yesterday I bought a second hand car from a garage and had my old 2007 car to trade in. We agreed a price and the deal was done. Today they have called to say there is a problem with the car I part exchanged....

What plug in hybrid or electric would you recommend?

I do 30 miles a day to work and back but very little long distance mileage. I have a dog so need reasonable boot space for weekend trips to beach. My current car is a Mercedes C220d. What plug in hybrid...