Can I reject my faulty new car?

My brand new Mercedes-Benz E300 has suffered a number of faults with the hybrid system, braking down within three days of delivery. The car has been at the dealer for three weeks and I have been told it...

How much should a gearbox oil change cost?

How much should a seven-speed auto gearbox oil and filter change cost on a Mercedes-Benz C250 Blue Efficiency Sport (pre-2011)?

Do I need to adjust my car's headlights for driving in Europe?

The handbook for my 2014 Mercedes-Benz B-Class alludes that the headlights are aligned centrally and therefore do not need any adjustment for use on the continent; however, I can't get a direct answer...

Buying a Mercedes-Benz CLA - 220d or 200d?

I am considering buying a Mercedes-Benz CLA, is the 220d worth the extra over the 200d. I do circa 20,000 miles per year and the base spec seems enough for my needs, but do you recommend any extras?

Buying a used estate for £10k - what should I get?

I have £10,000 to spend on a replacement car. It should be an automatic estate with a petrol engine as I only do around 5000 miles per year. I want to keep the car for a long time, maybe 10 years so looking...

Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI (W204) blowing black smoke

I own a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI (W204) with an automatic gearbox. I have recently had a problem where the car is blowing out black smoke and the car has also stalled a few times at low speed, which...

Which tyres should I get for a quiet ride?

My car is fitted with Michelin Energy Saver tyres. The road noise is considerable and tiring on a long journey. Can you suggest an alternative tyre?

Bought a used car from a dealer, but it has no service history

Two weeks ago I bought an approved 2011 used Mercedes-Benz SLK and was told it had a full service history. I asked for the documents and eventually they provided them after a number of requests; however,...

Best sports car for £15,000?

I'm 61 and want to be a car. Due to my age, this will be my last chance to get a big boy's toy before senility and a Honda Jazz hit the horizon. I want something powerful, comfortable and with more than...

Buying a new car - Audi A3 or Mercedes GLA?

I have recently retired and need to buy a car that will offer good economy, refinement and reliability. I have narrowed the choice between the Audi A3 quattro sport DSG and the Mercedes GLA 220 auto. Which...