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There are a few models of Automatics, with different engines, for the Renegade. Which is your top pick and why?
My Yaris 2004 was valeted about three months ago and for some while afterwards there was some serious condensation on the inside of the windows. Over the winter the car wasn't used much and there is now...
I'm thinking of buying a used Honda Jazz. Can you tell me what I should look out for?
I keep reading of the ever growing sales of new cars, in particularly funded via PCP by manufacturers. At what point do you think this glut of new cars will start to impact second hand car values when...
Many years ago my father-in-law died and since then his 1971 Volkswagen Type 3 fastback has sat unmoved in the garage of his house. After a further 28 years my mother -in-law passed away and the time came...
Is TrustFord a good way of buying a used Ford car? Is it the same as Ford Direct, offering same or similar services for buying approved used Fords more safely? (I believe that TrustFord only offers three...
I bought a 2006 Volkswagen Golf from a motor trader one week ago. Two days later noticed it was driving oddly. I took it to a mechanic who has told me that there is a problem with the throttle body and...
I recently bought a second hand BMW X3 from a Vauxhall dealership. It's a 2008 model, with 50,000 miles and full service history. Within the first week of ownership I had problems with the tyre monitoring...
There seems to be a modern issue of cars with direct injection and carbon buildup leading to expensive failures. Can you recommend a car brand and or models which don't experience this issue. Ideally want...
I have noticed bulges on all four of the tyre sidewalls of my Kia Venga. The car is only three months old and has only done a few miles. Is this a manufacturer's fault or a problem with the tyres?
What are the pros and cons of owning a BMW X5 3.0i auto 2004 petrol with 90,000 miles?
Which Vauxhall Insgnia Petrol engine is better, 1.8 VVT or the 1.4 Turbo
We have a small child and another on the way. We're now looking to replace our Fiat 500, with something which will be a 'second car' - used mainly for commuting but with the option of having both children...
We're planing on buying a second car for my wife (commuting and dropping our daughter to nursery). She is a new driver and would prefer a smallish car (for ease of parking) with reasonable space with automatic...
Ten months ago I purchased an approved used SEAT Leon (2012 plate) with just 11,000 miles on the clock. Three months after purchase it started making a rattling noise when in fifth gear. I took back to...
I have not had insurance for over two years. I understand from my most recent insurer that I will have now lost my nine years NCD unless I re-insure with them before three years are up. (Fair enough, though...
My new Golf Mk7 GTD 184 bhp TDI DSG has had some teething problems .
1. it has used over 1 litre of oil every 4000 miles ( now at 8K ) .Also whilst checking the oil levels, the coolant overflow reservoir...
My son was involved in a "no-blame" accident that has resulted in his car being written-off. When he asked about buying the remains he was told the price would be 35% of the write-off value. Can the insurance...
My Renault Captur is coming up to 94,000 and after perfect service transporting patients, I now need to change.. but Renault do not do the `orange` colour any more..anything else similar on the market...
I have been advised that the Mazda 6 diesel engine with SkyActive technology does not have a DPF and therefore avoids associated problems of other diesel engines if used mostly on short mileage runs, with...
hi John i have a polo classic 2002 1.6i i want to know my petrol gauges never show me the right amount of petrol in my car when i start the cat the needled will show full but then it half while driving...
I am looking at buying a new Toyota Auris Hybrid, either hatch or estate.
What wheel size do you recommend for a comfortable ride?
I have been told by the dealer that although Toyota do not recommend...
I have had intermittent problems with the Central Locking on my Micra K12 for some time. On occasions, the car wouldn’t lock or unlock with either of my key fobs.
In the case of unlocking, I have found...
Can you please offer your guidance to assist me with decision for purchase of a new BMW 3 Series 320i Sport Auto or Audi A4 2.0 TSFI Sport Auto. Both are similar for purchase cost. I need your help to...
I'm looking at buying an SUV with AWD as we often travel down muddy, sometimes flooded, roads that have left me stuck before now. I've been looking for ages and narrowed it down to the CR-V due to many...
I am looking to buy a car for about £3000 / £3500 I need to find a car with a low insurance group 1 - 4. I don't have any no claims history in last 5 years after surviving a head on collision back in 2010...
I've had this car for three years and it has done just under 60,000 miles.
During that time it has has various problems (sound system replaced, clutch and mass balance flywheel replaced, alarm system replaced,...
I'm considering purchasing a VW Golf R-Line through Motorpoint. It is an import and I will be the first registered keeper. Is it worth the OTR price saving? I have noted the engine is a None ACT version.
I recall seeing in the Telegraph Cars some correspondence regarding new requirements for car hire abroad, i.e. some sort of certificate?
I will be hiring a car in Italy (Sept 2016), do I need to take...
A resident in a local estate has at least 18 cars for sale (no signs up) dotted about our village. All are parked on adopted highways, all are taxed and MOT'd.
The local council seems to have their hands...
What is the newest non-DPF A6 I can buy. I am hoping for a 2.7 or 3.0 TDi Quattro.
Would you recommend Auto or Manual?
I viewed a Ford S-MAX 08 plate car today listed as LX and with Full Titanium top of the range spec. I checked the VIN number on the ford website to confirm the cars actual spec and it came up at an LX....
Need to replace my wife's 2008 1.4 corsa design automatic. Need similar sized car with 5 doors, decent boot and automatic. She only does 5 mile a day. Something 3-4 years old budget of around £6K. ...
having been shunted in rear whilst stationary before Christams , my friend's Ecosport needs replacement hatch door. Other driver admits full responsibility but Ford garage say replacement parts could be...
HI there,
Two questions:
1) I'm after a great estate car, should I go with the Bmw 320d SE or the Audi A4 Avant?
2) On my company car allowance I could get a bmw 320d SE but for an extra £150 a month...
I am in discussions with a leading car super market about buying an ex hire car, approx 12 months old. I did an on line data check and iit claims the car has not been taxed for the last 6 months. Car has...
My partner is looking to change her Ford Focus Cabrio, she does around 20-25k miles a year and has a budget of around £10,000, she wants something economical and reliable, so far we have considered another...
I purchased a Clio 3 1.5 DCI manual last summer and so far have been very happy with it. The car is efficient and easy to drive, and the amount of included features and technology is impressive.
I have...
I followed your tip to clear blockage with hose. I heard a bang from the drivers side wing and washers still only throw out a few dribbles of water. Have I wrecked the tank, or should I go ahead and pull...
I am trying to find out the rating of the fused link on the cable to the battery terminal. The fuse on my Citroen Xsara Picasso has blown due to a poorly fitted tow bar.
The AA came out and found the...
Most cars I go in disappoint me with the level of tyre roar. Am I right in thinking low profile tyres are partly to blame? Could you recommend me some cars which, on high profile tyres, minimise this?...
I am an expat returning to the UK in a few months and need to buy a large car for my wife that we will keep for about two years. I have approx £10,000 cash to spend.
It will need to do a long motorway...
My Ford Fiesta van starts, but then refuses to idle and dies. Sometimes it will restart - in a plume of black smoke - sometimes it won't start at all. I previously had Intake Air Temperature sensor fault...
I want to replace my Volkswagen Polo Bluemotion with a petrol, low-emissions, five-door hatchback or city car that has some energy to tackle local hilly roads. I liked the good mileage on the VW but disliked...
Ten months ago I bought a 2013 Golf 1.6 105PS TDI. It's not affected by the emissions scandal, but I've decided it's not really the car for me. However upon trying to sell it or trade-in the value has...
I'm considering buying a luxury 4x4 seven-seater. I'm tempted by a Mercedes-Benz GL500 which has LPG conversion for £16,000 (80,000 miles) so running costs should be under control. But I have read some...
I have a 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350 CDI Estate. I recently suffered a puncture and was marooned as Mercedes do not offer a spare wheel or spacesaver on my vehicle. I couldn't use the "glue" they provide as...
Have seen a 2013 Vauxhall Corsa semi-automatic 1.2 petrol Exclusive for sale, with 17,000 miles on the clock, for £6500. Can you please advise me if this is a good model and price and if so anything particular...
I have just purchased a new BMW X1 and it is a fine car. However it has significant tyre noise which is worse on some road surfaces. It is fitted with non-runflat Bridgestone Turanza tyres. The BMW dealer...
An elderly friend of mine has bought a 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. He paid £2800 about a month ago and lives a long way from the dealer as it was the only car that matched his budget.
He thought the handbrake...
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