Ford C-MAX gearbox failure - what are my legal rights?

Seven months ago I bought a 2006 Ford C-MAX TDCI automatic, which only had 48,000 miles on the clock. I purchased the car from a local dealer and have covered 2000 miles since buying the car. Last night...

Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI making a rattling noise when accelerating

I own a 2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI with 45,000 miles on the clock. In the past two weeks I've noticed a noise coming from the front of the car when I accelerate. The noise only becomes noticeable in fourth...

Is the Volvo V40 the same as the Ford Focus underneath?

My local MOT tester has described my Volvo V40 as a Ford Focus. Is this correct? I rented a Focus on holiday last year and thought it was very different in terms of drive.

Ford C-MAX 1.8 TDCI cutting out

Our 2009 Ford C-MAX 1.8 TDCI cut out last week. All power failed and the engine malfunction light was on. After switching the car on and off, it restarted. The car has been to our local garage, but they...

Ford Mondeo - self-levelling suspension or sports suspension?

I am buying a new Ford Mondeo diesel estate. The dealer is offering self-levelling suspension or sports suspension as options. What is the difference and wich should I choose?

Buying a £15k sports car for track days and daily driving

I have a stock Toyota MR2 roadster that is excellent for track days. I have £15k to spend on something in the same vein that I can use in the UK and Europe for up to 10 trackdays a year. I want to have...

Air conditioning condenser damage on Ford Focus

We have a 2015 Ford Focus bought from Ford Direct in February 2016. On one of the few hot days this year we found the climate control system blowing cool rather than cold air. The diagnosis is road stone...

New car preparation - is it worth the extra money?

I take delivery of my new car on 1st September. An independent vehicle detailer in my area offers a new car preparation service which includes extensive polishing and the addition of protective coatings....

Which is the best automatic car?

I need to buy an automatic car. I have about £4000 to spend and don't want to spend a lot on tax. Which is the best automatic car for a girl? I love the Peugeot 207 auto. Would this be a good buy?

Replacement for Mercedes A180 CDI

We love our 2007 Mercedes A180 CDI automatic, especially the high driving position (making getting in and out so easy for bad backs). With 80k on the clock, do we stay put and hope for another 50k or is...