What do I need to know about Micras?

I'm going to look for a car I've seen for sale in a magazine classified ad. It's a five-door 2005 Nissan Micra 1.2S with 73,000 miles on the clock. I don't know the condition, but the pictures look fine...

What should I replace my Porsche Cayman with?

I received an unexpected text from my Porsche dealer asking if they could buy my 2006 34,800 mile Cayman. I responded and apparently they've had a run on used sales and are in need of stock, with a high...

Nissan Qashqai - Internal condensation

My wife has a three-year old Nissan Qashqai. There's lots of internal condensation, and that means having to wait a long time before driving off - whih is a waste of fuel. When starting up, the a/c is...

Do I need a full-sized spare for my X-Trail?

I have just bought a Nissan X-Trail Tekna for towing a caravan - the tyre sizes are: 225/55R18 on 18x7J rims, whereas on the Acenta they are 225/60R17. Why is this and what are the advantages and disadvantages? Also...

Just retired, need advice on what size (and make) of car to buy

I have just retired and my current car is a diesel automatic Skoda Octavia. The car is okay, but does seem rather noisy on some road surfaces. Our driving will be a mix of pottering about South East London...

Failed Nissan Connect in my Qashqai

My Nissan Connect sat-nav/ICE unit has failed and Glynn Hopkin are quoting £2615 + VAT to replace. I am waiting on Nissan Customer Care to respond with their contribution as my car was three weeks out...

What should I replace my Peugeot 206 with?

I'm looking to replace my 2001 Peugeot 206. I’m looking for something no older than about four years and no more than £9000. I’m drawn to another 206 (now 207), but the Toyota Yaris and Honda Jazz have...

I'm looking for a new car to replace my Astra

I currently own a Vauxhall Astra CDTi (120) - it's lovely but is seven years old and needs to be replaced. I am currently considering a Ford Focus or Nissan Qashqai. I like a car with a bit of thrust,...

Is the new Qashqai 1.6-litre diesel engine reliable?

I currently drive a 2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5-litre diesel. I see that they now have a 1.6-litre diesel which offers a bit more grunt and better economy. The engine looks very complex and this makes me wary....

Which family car for a person with a back injury?

I'm currently driving a 2005 Renault Megane Dynamique, but I'd like to upgrade to something a bit more suitable. I had spinal surgery last year resulting in a neurological condition, so I need a spacious...