New driver with £5k to spend - what should I buy?

I'm 27 and have just passed my driving test. I would like to buy a small economical car, which will be cheap to insure. I have £5000 to spend, what do you suggest I buy?

Best used 4x4?

I've decided that my next vehicle will be a 4x4. I need it for everyday driving with mainly short journeys, therefore, I think it should have a petrol engine, preferably two or three litre. (fuel consumption...

Need a small car with high ground clearance

I would like to buy a second-hand car for 20 mile commute (busy roads). I also work in town going on short distance drives to and from my base. I have £4500 to spend or thereabouts and want a car with...

Buying a car that's not moved in months - what should I look out for?

I am looking at a new Toyota Yaris TR pre-registered on a 2013 plate with 100 miles on the clock. Are there any pitfalls from buying a car that has been stood for several months?

Which large family estate car should I buy?

I'm looking for a spacious diesel estate car. I need lots of rear leg room and space in the boot. I do about 25,000 miles year, so need a diesel. I also want a car that will cover 0-60mph in less than...

Which £3000 car?

I am planning to buy my 1st car as I have been renting cars for the past 5 years whenever I needed to go for a holiday or a drive. I am looking for a second hand car and my budget would be 3000. I was...

Which small car for an older driver?

My husband is no longer able to drive. I am 75 years old and enjoy driving. We feel it is time to change our loved 2004 SEAT and are unsure what to consider. Would definitely want climate control and...

Searching for new economical automatic compact MPV

We are a family of 2 adults and 2 teenagers searching for a compact MPV. Prefer petrol automatic as we only do around 8000 miles a year. Thought about Peugeot 5008 but prefer Japanese reliability, but...

Brake discs worn after just 8500 miles

My 2007 Toyota Auris was requested to go back to the dealer following its first service as they wanted to check the brake disc due to possible corrosion. Three hours later I received a call to say they...

Buying a new car with light steering - recommendations?

I have been diagnosed with cubit tunnel syndrome and will need a car with very light steering because of reduced grip in my right hand). Is rear or four-wheel drive car advisable to take load off the...