Which car for trips to the Alps?

I am looking to buy a new car which is comfortable for the frequent, long journeys to and around the Alps in all seasons. My wife will be my usual passenger and she has a back problem so access, comfort...

Which wheel and tyre size combination will work best on the latest Subaru Forester?

Much mention is made in your column about tyre and wheel sizes relative to ride comfort. I'm going to change my Subaru Forester for the latest model and find that they've altered the wheel and tyre sizes....

Corrosion issues with Subaru Forester - what can I do?

My 2008 Subaru Forester has corrosion issues, but the dealer I bought the car from refuses to accept any liability. The dealer says the rust is due to untreated stone chips, which I refute. I bought the...

Which used, all-wheel drive estate?

I am looking to change my beautiful 15 year old Audi A6 Quattro S Line. She runs beautifully, original engine, gearbox, clutch, almost no faults. But I need to do significant motorway distances on the...

What rights against a private seller?

I've just bought a 71,000 mile 2004 Subaru Forester 2.5XT in an eBay auction. It was listed with a FSH. However, once I got it home I noticed that the gearbox whines and I see that it's never had the...

Which car to replace my Audi TT?

I have owned a current shape Audi TT 2.0-litre turbo since new and it is now five years old. The car fits me very well but I am thinking now of replacing it. I need the load carrying capability and occasional...

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...

Which reliable, economical four or five door car would you recommend?

I currently have a 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 coupe and a 1989 Mercedes-Benz G Wagon (that runs on LPG and petrol). Both have done over 140,000 miles and I tend to keep cars for a long time. I like both vehicles...

What dictates my service intervals - mileage or time?

My Subaru Forester's service schedule is every 12,000 miles or once a year. My last service after three years should have been the 36,000 mile service but, since I had only covered 19,356 miles, I chose...

Two-seater sports car- Should I go for an Audi TT or Mercedes SLK?

I am thinking of buying a nearly new two-seater and have narrowed it down to a Audi TT roadster or a Mercedes SLK 200 or 250. Which do you think is the better car? Is the SLK underpowered and noisy?