Windscreen replacement - covered under policy or buy new outright?

My insurance renewal (Nov 2016) includes windscreen cover. My excess is £90 for replacement and £10 for repair. Would it be better just to opt out of this cover and if the worst happens pay for a new windscreen.

Need a used saloon for £6000 - any recommendations?

I'm looking to buy a new car to replace my ageing Toyota Avensis saloon. My commute is around 300 miles per week and I'd like a five-door saloon, with a few mod cons - sat nav, Bluetooth etc - and low...

Honda Jazz airbag recall

I received a Safety Recall Notice from Honda dated 31 May 2016 stating the driver's airbag in my Jazz needs to be replaced. Having heard nothing since, I contacted Honda UK and they informed me that this...

Honda Jazz air conditioning not working

The air con has stopped working on my 2009 Honda Jazz. I've taken a look under the bonnet and there is a grinding noise coming from the general vicinity of the pump. My car also has rusty brake discs....

Need a used family car with low insurance

I am 42 years old and have just passed my driving test and am looking for a used five-door automatic family car with a petrol engine. My budget is up to £10,000. I like the look of the Volkswagen Golf...

Bought a used car with dodgy brakes - What should I do?

I purchased a used 2013 Honda Jazz with 42,000 miles on the clock. I did notice corrosion on the all the brake discs at the time and the rears were quite heavily corroded. The comment by the salesman...

Buying a used car for £6k - Fabia or Jazz?

A friend of mine is interested in buying a used car for £6000. She is interested in the Skoda Fabia and Honda Jazz. The car must be spacious, comfortable and have four-doors. What should she look out for?...

Thailand - import new car or purchase in country?

I'm moving to Thailand and will need to buy a car. My company will ship one over for me for free or I can buy locally. I will be based in Bangkok but will wish to explore the country with three passengers....

Most reliable car for £5000?

I need help in choosing my next car. I currently have a 2001 Volkswagen Bora 115 TDI. I would like to replace it with a reliable car and it has to either be Japanese or German. My budget is £5000

What's the best small auto?

My mother would like to buy a replacement for her aged, but much loved, convertible Volkswagen Golf. She would like an automatic with a petrol engine and space for grandchildren in the rear seats. Her...