Leaking boot seal - who is liable?

I purchased a used 58 plate Mazda 3 from RRG Mazda Rochdale in Lancashire on the 14th, March, 2012 and would like your advice on a water leak into the boot. The leak was picked up on inspection prior...

Need an MPV with comfortable seats and easy access

I have just sold my beloved T4 in order to buy a more economical family car. My wife and I have both broken our backs at some point in the past and due to this, we are keen to get a car with higher seats...

Buying a new small family car - which one would you recommend?

Can you advise on which 5 seat car would be the best option as a small family car? We have heard good things about the Ford 1 litre 3 cylinder engine, and wondered if we should wait for when the Fiesta...

I've got 40,000 miles out of my Mazda 6's factory-fitted Bridgestone Turanza tyres.

I read with interest PH's email regarding getting only 20,000 miles out of the front tyres of his Mondeo. I've just changed the front tyres on my 2008 Mazda 6 Estate and the car has done 40,000 miles on...

Which small MPV offers lots of space, good visibility and comfort?

We have had very satisfactory service from our Fiat Multipla JTD ELX which is now 10 years old, has covered over 140,000 miles and, although running well, should perhaps be replaced. We do about 12,000...

A small, reliable car for a single mum

I'm a single mum and I need a new, not too small car to fit 2 teens with instruments. Fear reliability of low budget models - any suggestions? What should I avoid? Test drove the Mazda2 - a beautiful...

Buying a new small car

I have £12000 to spend on a car (either new or "recently new"). My main requirements are the school run and going to the shops each about 12 miles from where I live. Occasionally, I will go on a longer...

Which used diesel estate?

I am looking for a used (1 year old) estate. My budget is £16,000. My options are either a Mazda 6 2.2D (163PS) TS2 or a Toyota Avensis Tourer 2.0D D-4D TR. Which of these would you recommend and are...

Which large, comfortable car offers easy access?

I currently drive a BMW 330d. While I love the car, I have recently had major heart surgery and find it cramped and low to get out from, so I'm looking for something a little more comfortable. I recently...

Which small car to replace my 2003 Ford Fiesta?

I’m in my early 70s (but fit and agile). I think the time has come to change my 2003 Ford Fiesta 1.4 for a newer secondhand small car with a budget of £10,000. I do about 5000 miles a year, mainly local...