Mondeos and particulate filters

I am looking to buy a Ford Mondeo. I was wondering what year of vehicle did the diesel particulate filter and the dual mass fly wheel start to be fitted as standard on the diesel engines, as I understand...

I am starting a small private hire firm - what cars would you recommend?

I need to purchase two vehicles for use in a new Private Hire business. I have been recruited for a 'bespoke' service which will provide work on a part time basis which suits our circumstances. Often trips...

Ford Fiesta - what updates are on the way?

My Fiesta will be 3 years old come May 2012. When can I expect an update of the same model? Ford usually updates every 3 or so years. Do you know if an update is in the pipeline?

Reduced Focus fuel economy

I run a 2009 Ford Focus 1.6TDCi Zetec which I have had since April 2011. I have consistently managed 54-55mpg. However since the car had a major service in November 2011 the average fuel economy has dropped...

Will my Focus have a DPF?

I'm considering buying a Ford Focus 1600 of about 2008/9 vintage. I understand that some of the diesel engines don't have a DPF filter. I presume that they do have a dual mass flywheel. Also do any of...

Why aren't SUVs suitable for tall people?

I am looking to purchase a mid-size 4x4 and have viewed a Hyundai Santa Fe, Nissan X-trail and Citroen C-Crosser. However, I am 6'7" tall and am finding that all of these cars have a high driving position...

Can I change my uncomfortable seats?

I bought a Ford Kuga in February this year and cannot fault it - except for the very uncomfortable front driver seat. They are 'bucket' type seats with padded wings at the side and I cannot find a comfortable...

Legality of international warranties

In June 2007 I Purchased a new Ford Focus 1.6 Diesel CVT Automatic from Ford Cyprus with a five year mechanical warranty. Now, 4.5 years and 5700Km later, I am experiencing a gear box bearing noise, and...

S-Max EcoBoost engine issue

Began to have a loss of power around 10,000 miles ago (car is only 8 months old). Now at 25,000 miles it has started to display and engine malfunction warning under hard acceleration. It has a fairly new...

What family car?

I have approx £11k to spend on family car, ideally an estate or MPV, something safe for the kids with good MPG and a capable load lugger too. I like the S-MAX and new Mondeo Estate, but having suffered...