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...

Which of these cars would you recommend as a company vehicle?

Please can you offer any advice regarding the best choice of company car from the list below. Audi A3 1.6TDI 3DR (got at present but want a change). BMW 116 D ES. Citroen C4 1.6 HDI Airdream. Citroen...

Recommend a long-lasting family car with room for five and a dog, with low running costs?

We are a family of 5 looking for a safe car that will last at least 10 very economical years and which can be serviced by our fantastic local backstreet garage. We need to get four of us in it regularly,...

Tax friendly taxi

I am looking at upgrading my car to an MPV. I am happy to consider all options however my budget will only allow me to buy a used car. I need to buy a 7-seater automatic preferably with a not to juicy...

Sharper Focus

I have seen a pre- registered 59 plate Ford Kuga 2.0TDCI 2WD (34 miles on the clock) it has the convenience pack and appearance pack plus a Sony DAB radio. The franchised Ford dealer is asking £17,995....

Dipsfunctional

Much of my long distance driving is on the Continent necessitates fixing stick-on labels so that the lights conform. Can you tell me if any car model has a switch to change the lights from R to L hand...

Where can I get a manual for my Ford Focus' audio and navigation system?

I have just purchased a brand new Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec. The car is fitted with an audio unit and navigation system that is not illustrated in the owner's handbook supplied with the car. Where can I find...

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...

Seventy cruiser

The time has come to replace my disappointing 2001/51 Laguna Sport Tourer. I am now 74 years old, looking to trade down a size and stick with an estate car. I do 10,000 miles each year, a mix of short...

Blinged prejudice

I am thinking of buying a Mazda6. I read your Mazda6 2.2 Diesel road test on the web site, which is generally very positive, however, at one point you comment, "it manages all this with impressive seat...