Car computer not reconnected after a service

Flashing DPF dasboard light came on at 23400 miles on 15/02/12. Mazda dealer diagnostic check showed that they had not reset the car computer(?) after the service in July 11, no actual fault with DPF....

Downsizing our cars

We would like to replace: 1. My wife's Volkswagen Beetle 01 plate that was bought last year - as it consumes a lot of petrol! She only does school runs and about an eight mile run to her clinic. I had...

Trading in for a coupe/ roadster

I have a special edition 2002 Ford Focus Chic (3 door, full leather trim, done 79k miles) that I am thinking of trading in for a used coupe/roadster. I would be grateful if I could hear your thoughts...

Buying a cheap to tax car for commuting

I need a new car 1.3-1.6 for commuting 60 miles a day with good mileage and low road tax. Needs to be value for money?

Buying a new small car - can't decide which one!

I'm looking to change my 54 plate clio (which I've loved) for a new supermini with 5 doors. Budget is about £9,500 so have been looking at nearly new cars. I've found a Renault Clio Dynamique TomTom (61...

Can you suggest a good car for my needs?

I am a 33yr old female who has owned her Peugeot 207 for 10 years. Sadly it's increasingly creaky and temperamental after a life of good service. I have a 10k budget to buy something new. I don't drive...

Recommend an automatic MPV to replace our Mazda Premacy?

My wife and I, both in our 70's, are looking to replace our ten-year old Mazda Premacy 2.0-litre petrol automatic with a similar MPV. Its successor, the Mazda 5, would fit the bill perfectly but apparently...

Thanks for recommending that I try the Mazda 2 TS2.

After many years of high-mileage commuting, mostly in Audis and Subaru Legacys, the time came for a smaller car. I narrowed the choice down to five and after your positive remarks I tried an ex-demo Mazda2...

Which automatic car would you recommend for 6000 miles per year?

I am looking for a suitable new car with automatic transmission for my wife. Annual mileage will be about 6000. Current models being considered are Astra 1.6 auto, Corsa 1.4 auto, and Fiesta 1.4 auto....

Something sporty for £8000

I have a budget of £7-8000 to spend - it doesn't matter if the engine is diesel or petrol, but the car has to have a manual gearbox and be sporty. Can be any size.