Problems with recently bought used car

Four months ago I bought a used 2005 Vauxhall Zafira, with 44,000 miles on the clock from a used car dealer for £4000. It has been rarely used since I bought it, but I noticed that the heating wasn't working...

Fuel injector fault with Astra diesel

I have a 2007 Vauxhall Astra diesel 1.7 CDTi. At the moment I’m getting no fuel in at the injectors and no fault codes. I bought the vehicle with the engine half stripped due to overheating, but it was...

Can I fit 16-inch wheels to my Zafira for a softer ride?

My new Zafira Tourer comes on 17-inch wheels rather than 16-inch as on my Zafira B. If I wanted a softer ride, would 16-inch be ok on the Tourer? On the web seems it seems they are available but not in...

Which stylish, child-friendly car to replace our Fiat 500?

I have owned a Fiat 500 1.2 Sport since 2008 – bought as an ex-demo and have been very happy with it. I like the way it looks and drives. However, due to being pregnant with our first child I have accepted...

OEM DPF not fit for purpose

I have recently had the diesel particulate filter replaced on my 2008 Vauxhall Zafira, which has covered 50,000 miles. The DPF was diagnosed as being blocked and was replaced at my local garage with a...

Easytronic gearbox fault

I recently sought your advice regarding my Vauxhall Corsa 2001 Easytronic. The problem is that it drives quite well but will suddenly lose power and come to a standstill, with an F displayed on the dash....

Should we order our new Vauxhall Mokka with 18-inch wheels?

We have ordered a Vauxhall Mokka SE and are a bit surprised at the four month waiting list. You regularly comment on the size of tyres and comfort of ride. The SE comes with 18-inch wheels. Should we ask...

Persistent ECU fault on my Corsa

I have a Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 Diesel 09 reg. I bought it from Evans Halshaw and it came with a three month warranty which has now expired. The problem I have been having is a persistent ECU fault. I took...

I specified cruise control on my new Vauxhall Zafira but didn't get it - what should I do?

I purchased a Zafira on April 15 2013. The dealer specification described the vehicle has having cruise control, however when I returned home I discovered no cruise control on the car. I went back to the...

Meriva diesel or petrol?

I'm planning on a new car and have narrowed the decision to the Meriva. Considering that we mostly drive around town and quite less on motorways or open roads and that we do around 7000 miles a year: Should...