How much is my Toyota Yaris worth?

I currently own a 2000 plate Toyota Yaris. It has covered 50,000 miles and I now want to sell it. It has a slight nick on the back arch and has quite a few previous owners. In relation to service history...

What should I replace my old Auris with?

I'm looking to replace my Toyota Auris diesel. I'm not sure I want another diesel as I only average 44mpg on my 40 mile each way motorway return. My wife has a Ford Fiesta EcoBoost, which is fantastic...

What's the best used car for £4000?

I'm looking to buy a used car on a budget of £4000. I will be doing about 12,000 miles a year - 40 miles a day on my commute along an A-road to work - and it's unlikely I'll be taking any passengers. Obviously,...

Yaris or Fiesta for a low mileage driver?

I' planning to buy either a Toyota Yaris (2009-2011) or Ford Fiesta (2008 onwards). Which of the two do you recommend for reliability, holding its value well, build quality and running costs. I'm planning...

Rejecting a car over a dashboard rattle

I recently rejected a car after the dealer refused to fix a dashboard rattle under warranty. Te rejection was within six months of purchase, but the dealer ignored my return of the car and letter with...

Replacement or repair to carpet for Land Cruiser?

The fitted front carpet in my Toyota Land Cruiser has been torn and a Toyota replacement is £1303 but discontinued anyway. Is there anyone who could make a good repair or fit a replacement at a reasonable...

Buying a new car - what would you recommend?

I am looking for a new car. The car I need has to have quite specific requirements (not least because I have significant back problems). I intend buying new and propose keeping it for about five years,...

Winter tyres for Auris Hybrid Touring Sports

I have 225/45/ R17 91W Tyres on my Auris Touring Sports Hybrid. I am considering getting winter tyres for this and would probably like a second set of wheels for ease. Do I have to stick to R17 wheels...

Toyota Yaris indicators are too quiet - Can I make them louder?

My 2006 Toyota Yaris has a very quiet click when the indicator lights are on. The indicator green arrows are also not in front of the driver. I have asked my dealer if the noise of the indicator click...

Four-wheel drive selector problems with Land Cruiser

I recently test-drove several second-hand Toyota Land Cruisers, none more than a few years old. All had some problems with the (electronic) four-wheel drive selector: on turning the switch, 4WD either...