We have a new baby arriving at the beginning of November. We've been used to driving round in our 3-door Corsa for the past few years, or me on my motorbike, but now obviously have to change to accommodate baby, baby chair, pram, nappies etc. etc. Though I'm a petrolhead (motorcycle journalist) I don't really know too much about cars from the last 5 years that would suit us and the baby. I'd prefer an estate though my wife worries about it being too big for her to park (though we had a Vauxhall estate ten years ago and she managed ok). Though I realise it's important too worry about fuel consumption and so on, I don't want something gutless and completely uninspiring to drive. We'd prefer nearly new, and budget can be from 3,000 to 8,000 pounds. It would also need to be able to take us to Italy in comfort to visit the in-laws (my wife is Italian). Can you help with any recommendations?