Are there any problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost?

Are there any reports of failures/problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost 'wet' cam belt? Any concerns regarding the claimed 150,000-miles or 10 year life predicted?

Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra - which is best?

I'm torn between buying a 2014 Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost or 2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.4-litre Turbo GTC. Both cars have good history and in good condition. Any thoughts on which one is better?

Can you recommend a smaller alternative to the Ford Kuga?

I have been driving Ford Kugas for 12 years very happily but now want a smaller car. Safety and build quality matter, preferably not high mileage and a good reliable engine. Any ideas please?

Best car for short journeys?

Which is the best car for short journeys? My Ford Puma isn’t apparently driven enough to recharge so twice the battery has drained in the eight months I’ve had it. I need something comfortable, big enough...

Nissan Micra discontinued - is it still a good buy?

I ordered a Nissan Micra in February 2022 (with the aim of downsizing from a Juke) not knowing the Micra has been discontinued. Now the car has arrived, I would really like to know if it is a good/worthwhile...

Ford Mondeo ESP warning light - what does it mean?

I drive a 2009 Ford Mondeo 2.0 diesel Every now and again the ESP light comes on the dash, with a message stating "engine malfunction". When this happens the car goes into limp mode and won't rev past...

Best replacement for Suzuki Wagon R+?

My wife has had Wagon Rs for the past 18 years, and we are looking to replace the current one, Our budget is up to £7000 and we are looking for a five seater, reliable car with good mpg. Looking through...

How much will it cost to replace my Ford Focus' heater matrix?

How much would it cost to replace a heater matrix for a Ford Focus 2011 model?

How much is my 2013 Ford Focus worth?

At 92 I can no longer drive. I have a Ford Focus auto 1.6. It is a 2013 model with a mileage of 19,993. It has had a new clutch and four new tyres. I wish to find out a sale price based on the above details....

Economical car for £10,000 budget?

I need an extremely economical and reliable car to last three years whilst I go to university. I have £10,000 to spend. I’ve got about 100 miles a day of motorway mileage most days to commute to uni. I’ve...