Should we buy a RAV4 or an XC60?

My husband and I have now retired at the age of 70 and would like your opinion on these two used vehicles, either of which will be the last we purchase: the Toyota RAV4 petrol or the Volvo XC60 Volvo petrol....

What benefits will I get for changing the wheel size of my Volvo V50?

I have just bought a 2012-registered Volvo V50 SE LUX which is on 205/50 R17 tyres. A little research has led me to believe that I would save 30 to 40 per cent on replacement tyres if I changed to 16-inch...

Should I buy a lower mileage SE60 for £4000 more?

I have a Volvo SE60 2.4 D5 SE Auto on 84,000 miles from new. It is a 2004 so I guess this is about average. I am looking at an identical 2005 car with only 40,000 on the clock. It is one owner, like mine....

Should I buy or replace my S40?

I now do fewer than 6000 miles per year (local and annual 1000 miles overseas), mostly alone, and do not depend on the car for commuting. It has very little resale value. Is it worth buying a new car for...

Should I buy a used diesel?

I have driven Volvos with tremendous satisfaction since 1970, currently a V70 diesel estate, but now at 82 I am finding it difficult to get in and out of, mainly due to the low profile of modern cars these...

When do I change the cam belt on my Volvo S60?

My September 2010 Volvo S60 2.0T Auto has done 36,000 miles. A very smooth engine. Would you recommend I have the cam belt replaced?

DPF ruining MPG?

I've read and understand all your replies to the 'my car doesn't achieve what the official figures say', but I have had a shock on my recent change of car. I have had a series of Volvo V70 D5's and been...

C30 alternatives with decent rear legroom

I just looked at a Volvo C30 (2008). I very much liked the car and could cope with 2 doors but I found that when I was comfortable in the driver's seat there was very little rear legroom. What alternatives...

Labour charge for changing 2 side-lamp bulbs?

Looking through my service bill (main dealer - Lancaster Volvo Reading) and find the labour charge for replacing 2 side-lamp bulbs (dim so possible MOT fail) was £36. Can this really be right? When contacted...

Which SUV for a school run?

I'm looking for a second-hand SUV for my wife to do the school run in. I don't want to spend a fortune but want something comfortable that is not thirsty. What do you think about a 2005 Volvo XC 90 2.5T...