Why is my Passat emitting so much smoke?

I have a Volkswagen Passat diesel (2007). However, the car has started discharging smoke whenever it is stood idle for a couple of minutes. It also happens when towing a caravan and I get an exhaust warning...

Buying a used convertible - Volvo C70?

I am looking for a four-seater folding-hardtop convertible to replace my ageing Volvo S60. I am tempted to stay with Volvo and get myself a used C70, but there are mixed reviews. Is this a good buy? Or...

Buying used Golf GTI - what should I lookout for?

I am looking to buy a used (2006) Volkswagen Golf GTI for £6500 with 74,000 miles on the clock. What are the key points I should look for in the service history and what other possible areas of concern...

Need advice on buying a new LHD Volkswagen

I wish to buy a new LHD Volkswagen Passat or Golf. Where are the best deals? Is there a car broker you could recommend?

I have a faulty turbo on my Passat - what can I do?

I have owned a Passat since new in 2009 and done 86k. The engine management system advises that the turbo is failing and it cuts out when accelerating uphill on the motorway. The garage says it is clogged...

Which small SUV or family hatch?

I am looking to buy a small petrol suv/hatchback and am looking at the Renault Capture, Volkswagen Golf and Citroen Cactus. I will be doing about 8,000 miles per year made up of 5000 motorway 3000 town....

Volkswagen Passat CC V6 coolant pump failure

I have a 2011 Volkswagen Passat CC 3.6 V6 and the V55 additional coolant pump is not running (aux pump) which should run when the engine is switched off to circulate coolant around the cylinder head. ...

Engine management light problem with Golf GTI

I have bought my son's 2004 Volkswagen Golf GTIand the yellow engine management system light comes on. Have asked my good local independent garage to fix and they cannot sort it out. Can you recommended...

Need a comfortable car for a bad back

I have had many operations on my lower back, which means I cannot cope with a car that has poor suspension. I also struggle to open and close the boot. Therefore, I require a car that specifically has...

Is the Superb identical to the Passat?

I've owned a Skoda Superb Estate 170 DSG Elegance for nearly three years and love it. However, for the first time, I'm tempted to replace a car with the same again. When I bought it, I calculated it...