Gearbox oil leak just out of warranty

I bought a July 2009 registered Fiesta from a private seller 1.5 months back. Since yesterday it has developed a big oil leak from the gearbox. Local garage says its an internal leak which needs the gearbox...

Focus TDCI suddenly lost revs

My Focus 1.8 TDCI was perfect then suddenly lost revs. The glow plug light on the dash started flashing. I was able to drive home at about 50% revs maximum. It also now rattles.

Premium fuel worth the extra?

My six year old Ford Focus only just passed the MOT emissions test, and I have been advised to use super unleaded petrol to keep the engine clean, is this a wise move?

What small car?

I currently own a Mercedes E Class estate, and love it! I drive 500 miles a week. However, I now need a smaller second car, but do not know what I should go for. I've looked at the new Merc A-Class, Ford...

Smaller wheels for winter tyres in a Focus ST?

Hello, Having reached the ripe old age of 73 I ordered what I would think my last new car, a Ford Focus ST Estate, practical and fun (I hope). The car will be delivered in November, so I would need winter...

Buying a used car for a family of five

What would you recommend for a used, low mileage, petrol, 7 seater vehicle, full service history, up to 3 years old to carry 2 adults and 3 children (aged 7yrs, 5yrs, 2 yrs), to be driven 20,000 miles...

Day time running lights - are they mandatory?

I am contemplating the purchase of a new car in the UK and understood that EU Directive 2008/89/EC made dedicated daytime running lights mandatory for all new cars after February 2011. Why, then, does...

What car to convert to LPG?

I drive 20k miles per year, mostly motorway and am looking for an estate car that is suitable for conversion to LPG (most of the service stations along my usual routes stock LPG). Can you recommend a good...

Downsizing from a Renault Scenic

I have had two Renault Scenics but now want to downsize. Must be automatic and, as I have disabled passenger, I need a higher seating position than a normal saloon or hatchback. I rarely carry more than...

Buying a car for winter

My husband is looking to replace our current S-Max with a car that will cope with snow and ice. He is looking at the Land Rover Discovery. We don't necessarily need 7 seats any more. Is there anything...