Best used estate?

I am looking for a used mid-size estate. I have been reading your answers to similar questions, and it seems you recommend the following: * Ford Mondeo * Mazda 6 * Skoda Superb * Toyota Avensis * Huyndai...

Skoda Octavia won't start when engine is warm

I have a 2008 Skoda Octavia diesel with a DSG gearbox and 40k on the clock. The car starts first thing, when the engine is cold, but doesn't start very well when warm. I've taken it to my local garage,...

Need a used city car - which model is best?

I'm looking for a small car (ideally secondhand), preferably Volkswagen as I've had a Polo for 10 years. I'd therefore like to consider a UP! or its SEAT or Skoda equivalents. I just wondered what your...

Delivery miles Octavia vRS for £20k - is it good value?

I have my eye on a Skoda Octavia vRS petrol manual, 16 reg, delivery miles (approx 60), in a main dealer, for £20k. Good value? It has all the kit I want, and standard wheels and tyres. I really want an...

Best used estate for £10k?

We are buying our first family estate and need some advice. We have read your reviews which have been helpful but we still feel overwhelmed by the market/dealer advice/online reviews. We are looking...

Need a reliable car - should I buy a Skoda?

I am considering a skoda Octavia estate. I would use winter tyres in the winter. Do you think it would be a reliable car for me?

Will air con removal improve my Citigo's performance?

Is it a good idea to pay to get the air con compressor and associated components removed to reduce weight and improve performance in a Skoda Citigo? Will it provide a noticeable weight difference and therefore...

Buying a uses estate - Skoda Octavia or Toyota Avensis?

I'm a private hire taxi driver and I need to buy a uses estate. Which would you recommend from the: - 2012 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI vRS estate - 2012 Toyota Avensis 1.8i automatic estate

Skoda Rapid - is the 1.2 TSI engine any good?

I have found our ideal car in the form of a used Skoda Rapid. However, before buying, I wanted your advice regarding the engine. -Is the 1.2 TSI any good? -Is it a cam belt or chain engine? -If it's a...

Suspected oil cooler failure

I have already contacted you about this before but it seems to be still ongoing. It started when the coolant low light came on so we stopped and called the AA who had a look and noticed emulsification...