Can you give me some advice on maintenance?

You recently provided some advice when asked if I should part-ex my 2 1/2 yr old Focus 1.6 tdci Zetec S for a new 1.0 Ecoboost on account of my car's advancing age and my decreased annual mileage (around...

Ford Focus leaking water but deal won't help - what should I do?

We bought our Ford Focus from new 16 months ago. Recently we noticed the footwells and the spare tyre in the bootwell had taken in water. We contacted our dealership whom said this was nothing to do with...

Which is the best used buy - Mondeo or 3 Series?

I have a 2007 Ford Mondeo diesel and I want to replace it with a used car. Should I get another Mondeo - 2010 model - or go for a BMW 3 Series diesel from 2006 or 2007?

Buying a used Ford S-MAX - which engine is best for economy?

I would like to buy a Ford S-MAX petrol. Could you advise which engine is the better buy. I have always thought the 2.3 engine was uneconomical, and not a powerful as the straight 2.0-litre. Which unit...

S-MAX LX upgraded to Titanium - why?

I viewed a Ford S-MAX 08 plate car today listed as LX and with Full Titanium top of the range spec. I checked the VIN number on the ford website to confirm the cars actual spec and it came up at an LX....

Parts delay for insurance repair

having been shunted in rear whilst stationary before Christams , my friend's Ecosport needs replacement hatch door. Other driver admits full responsibility but Ford garage say replacement parts could be...

Best car for a 100 mile commute?

My partner is looking to change her Ford Focus Cabrio, she does around 20-25k miles a year and has a budget of around £10,000, she wants something economical and reliable, so far we have considered another...

Which family estate is the most reliable - Ford or BMW?

I am an expat returning to the UK in a few months and need to buy a large car for my wife that we will keep for about two years. I have approx £10,000 cash to spend. It will need to do a long motorway...

Buying a used Ford Focus - petrol or diesel?

I want to buy a 2009 Ford Focus Zetec S and I have found two models of similar spec and price. One is a 1.8 petrol the other a 1.8 diesel. I have read about issues with the DPF on diesel engines doing...

How can I replace the heater blower resistor in a Fiesta?

The heater blower resistor on my 2012 Ford Fiesta needs replacing for the third time. I am trying to fit a replacement but cant remove the plastic screw that holds the passenger foot well trim to the centre...