Can you recommend a fun replacement for our Renault Megane convertible?

I am recently retired, and am looking to change our second car (a Renault Megane Convertible) in the spring. What I would like is the fun of an old Mini, with all mod cons. We don’t like the new BMW MINI,...

Can you recommend a hatchback sports car with usable rear seats, cruise control and room for golf clubs?

Am looking to change my car and treat myself to a sports car, probably two or three years old. I really like the Audi TT, but unfortunately the rear seats are all but useless. I do 17,000 to 18,000 miles...

Can you recommend a small, automatic car with good suspension and a comfortable ride?

We seem to feel every road imperfection that our 3-year-old automatic Astra traverses on the short journeys we mostly make. The Citroen C5 we had previously was better, but like driving a battleship. A...

soft suspension

I'm looking for your advice on which car to buy; middle size/middle price saloon but one with a soft suspension. My wife has a back problem which is getting worse. We have changed a Mini for a 3 Series...

Renault Scenic Dynamique dci 110 EDC Auto FAP

A few months ago I asked you about the new auto gear box of above, and you said they were similar to the VW. Well I decided to buy the above. Car now done 2 trips (Total 705 miles). First trip 430 miles...

Renault CLio 'Y' Reg not firing up..!!?

I have a 'Y' Reg Renault Clio and about a week ago it started not firing up first time in a morning. I turn the ignition and I get the red 'oil can' light and then sometimes the red 'stop water tap' sign....

In which road tax categories are the Hyundai i30, Suzuki Swift, Renault Modus and Seat Ibiza?

I need a new economical hatchback, but with plenty of luggage space and top of the range spec. I am looking at the Hyundai i30, Suzuki Swift, Renault Modus or Seat Ibiza and would be grateful for your...

I want to replace my Citroen C4 automatic - should I go for the Renault Scenic or Megane with the new EDC automatic gearbox?

I am very pleased with my Citroen C4 HDI ESG Auto and am considering the new C4, but I note that the Renault Scenic and Megane have a new EDC Auto gearbox. Would one of these be a better option?

Is there a mechanical reason for the clutch on our Renault lacking free play?

On my recently purchased used Renault the clutch pedal has no 'free play' and starts to take up at the top of the clutch travel. I find this most awkward to pull away from rest without a slight jerking....

Is the Ford Focus RS relatively easy to sell on?

I'm thinking about buying a “new” Focus RS from a main Ford dealer. The full retail price is £29,286. The dealer has offered me the car at a discounted price of £27,500. However, I have been told that...