What will my 20 year old Volvo 940 and 2005 Toyota camper van cost to tax after the April VED changes?

I have a 20 year old petrol Volvo 940 and a 2005 Toyota diesel camper. I can't find anywhere what I will have to pay in road tax when I come to renewing the road tax after April 2017. Scarily, looking...

What economical family car could fit two child seats and a dog for £15,000?

I'll soon be changing jobs and my 10 mile round trip to work will soon become 100-120 miles per day. I've currently got a Ford Fiesta, which is fine for such short journeys, but I think for the time I'll...

Should I get a Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost or 1.6 petrol Powershift?

I'm considering a new/used Ford Fiesta Powershift but my local independent garage (very experienced and trustworthy) has warned me off the 1.0 Ecoboost engine as he has seen a number of failures. He says...

Should I swap my high spec 2007 Nissan Navara for a 2009 Audi A4 or a 2008 BMW 5 Series?

I own a 2007 Nissan Navara D40 LE top spec model with 70,000 miles. Every extra and gadget is installed and it's in showroom condition as I've only used it as a Chelsea tractor. It's on sale for €8000,...

Will replacing low profile tyres with standards help reduce in-car road noise and/or improve ride comfort?

Will replacing low profile tyres with standards help reduce in-car road noise and/or improve ride comfort?

Should I buy an ex-demo Hyundai i10?

In about two weeks I'm looking to buy a small runabout car to get me to work and back (about 30 minutes each way). I've come across a Hyundai i10 1.2 SE at a local Hyundai dealer. They have three cars,...

What petrol replacement would you advise for my Citroen DS3 HDi?

Any ideas of replacement for my four year old Citroen DS3 1.6 diesel? I would like to move to petrol as I'm no longer living in the countryside so mpg has dropped, I do about 8000 miles per year.

Which is the better engine, the Kia Kappa 1.0 turbo or the Mazda Skyactiv 1.5?

I'm used to driving a small diesel but I now want to change to a small petrol car. I'm looking at the Kia/Hyundai 1.0 turbo engine in the Kia Rio, they seem to be high torque (171Nm kicking in from 1500...

Which petrol estate cars would you recommend for reliability, fuel economy and performance on a £12,000 budget?

I want to buy a petrol estate car, manual, up to 5 years old on a budget of £12,000. I'm looking for something reliable and economic, but also fun to drive. The current short list is a 2012 - 2013 Ford...

I'm considering a petrol Audi A3 saloon - is it easy to adjust to after being used to the torque of a diesel?

I've owned two diesel Audi A4 which I have been very pleased with. I'm now considering an Audi A3 saloon with the 1.4 petrol engine. I was pleasantly surprised with the performance during a short test...

Is the Peugeot 108 1.2 VTi worth buying if I only do short trips?

I only do short trips the majority of the time, is the Peugeot 108 1.2 VTi worth buying? Also, will I be able to fit a cycle rack?

Can I use super-unleaded fuel in my Volvo 850?

I have just acquired a K reg Volvo 850 GLT with just 25,000 fully-documented miles on the clock. Is it okay to use super-unleaded fuel in this car? Also, would it be wise to use a petrol additive such...

What is the shelf life of Castrol XL30 monograde oil?

I use Castrol XL30 monograde oil in my Ford E93A engine and bulk buying is cheaper. What would be the shelf life of the oil?

The paintwork on my Mercedes-Benz SLK is lifting - should the dealer offer a FoC replacement car while it is resprayed?

I purchased a 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK, in immaculate condition, last April from a main dealer for £20,250 with 8000 miles on the clock. The garage informed me in December that the vehicle needed a complete...

Why do the windows on my Land Rover Freelander 2 keep opening when it's locked?

I have owned my Land Rover Freelander 2 from new for over six years and 65,000 miles. In the last year, I have come out in the morning and found all the windows fully open with the car still locked on...

Is my Peugeot 206 haunted by a poltergeist?

The headlights and dashboard of my Peugeot 206 come on when the car is switched off. When I open the driver's door they turn off. There's also high pitch screeching from behind the dash.

Why is there a crackdown on diesel cars when petrol emits just as much CO2 emissions?

Petrol gives 19.64lbs of CO2 per gallon, diesel 22.38lbs. For example, my diesel Volvo V70 does at least 40mpg, so 40 miles gives 22.38lbs. However, a petrol model doing 35mpg will use 14 per cent more...

My car is tax exempt but I was clamped and charged for being untaxed - is there anything I can do?

I own a 2014 Kia Pro_cee'd Eco which is exempt from car tax. On 24 November 2016 my car was clamped for being untaxed and I had to pay £230 (£130 later reimbursed) to have it removed. I wrote to the DVLA...

Am I right to be concerned about rust on the chassis of my 2011 Nissan Pathfinder after news of the Nissan Navara chassis issues?

I've been happy with my 2011 Nissan Pathfinder Tekna 2.5 manual, which has been owned from nearly new and has always been serviced by Nissan. I've become concerned by recent reports of failure of the rear...

My Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate was an ex-hire car - will this affect the resale value be affected when I return it at the end of the PCP deal?

I bought a Mercedes Benz E-class Estate from a main dealership that I have dealt with in the past. I was unaware that the car (10 months old, 14,000 miles) was an ex-hire car until the logbook arrived....

What automatic SUV/MPV would you recommend for short trips?

I have a 2014 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 DSG, which I love, but the seating is a bit too low on long journeys. I'm looking to part exchange for an automatic SUV/MPV, thinking a Nissan Qashqai or Ford C-Max. Most...

What's the best way to sell a car on behalf of the owner?

My father is no longer able to drive and I need to sell his car on his behalf. I'm not a driver myself and have no idea where to start.

When does the cam belt need changed on a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6?

When does the cam belt need changed on a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6? I'm at 66,000 miles.

The glow plug light has come on in my 2011 Volkswagen Golf after the emissions fix - what are my options?

My wife's 2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.6, 52,000 miles, has just had the emissions fix and the glowplug light has come on twice with associated loss of power in the following week. What are my options?

Why is there a leak in the front footwell of my 2003 Vauxhall Corsa?

I have a leak in the driver's side footwell of my 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. The carpet is saturated but I can't find the leak.

What are the signs that I need the alternator in my Volkswagen Touran 2.0 TDI replaced?

Recently, the battery light on my Volkswagen Touran 2.0 TDI comes on above 3000 revs but as soon as I drop below it goes off again. There is also a whirring noise when starting the car. Turbo boost is...

Have I fitted the clutch plate on my Peugeot 206 CC incorrectly?

I've just replaced a clutch kit on a 2004 Peugeot 206 CC. Is it possible to put the clutch plate in the wrong way? I've bled the hydraulic system and can see that the clutch is moving in and out but when...

What would you recommend I replace my 2011 Ford Focus with?

I'm looking to replace my 2011 Focus 1.6 Ecoboost Titanium. I like the Focus handling and performance but note previous comments that the Focus has been superseded by competitors. What would be you recommend...

A driver almost hit my car and is taking the case to court - what will happen?

Last year I was coming out of a parking space as a car came round the corner. Thankfully, I braked (was only doing 1mph/2mph) and the cars did not touch but I was in shock as it was the closest I have...

What petrol alternative should I replace my 2011 Volkwagen Golf Match with?

My current 2011 diesel Volkswagen Golf 2.0 Match, mainly used for an 80 mile (total) motorway commute, has now reached 90,000 miles without incident. I get it serviced every 10,000 miles. Should I cut...

What automatic SUV would you recommend to do only 7000 miles per year?

What automatic SUV would you recommend to do only 7000 miles per year?

What should I look out for when buying a 2004 Honda S2000?

I'm looking to buy a 2004 Honda S2000. My Budget is around £9000. What should I look out for?

Why are dealer lease deals more expensive than those online?

I'm moving towards leasing my next car, previously always having bought cash. However, the dealer lease deals seem more expensive than those offered online. Is the dealer acting as a third party thereby...

Is the driving height of a used Honda CR-V similar to a Volkswagen Touran?

Our three year lease on our Volkswagen Touran is up and due to go back very shortly. My wife likes the driving height of the Touran and wants a similar height in the new car. We like the Honda CR-V and...

Why don't insurers and the police care about uninsured drivers?

We're repeatedly told uninsured drivers are the scourge of the highways and the central plank argument for increasing insurance premiums. Yet, after a slight bump in a car park and an exchange of details,...

A garage has damaged our tailgate but won't admit liability - what do we do?

My wife took her Volkswagen Polo back to the main dealers for a service, where she has always had it serviced since she bought it there. When she collected the car she noticed that the tailgate had a huge...

Which car is the better option, Toyota Auris hybrid or diesel?

Which is a better car to buy, the Toyota Auris diesel or hybrid? I do a combination of town and road driving, approximately 70 miles a day, so I need something fuel efficient.

What sporty, 5-door, reliable cars could you recommend?

Our 12 year old Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sportback has done 100,000 miles, so will be going, and we need a third car to back up our Ford S-Max 2.0 Ecoboost and Porsche Cayman GTS. The front runner is a Mazda 3...

My BMW X5 was mis-sold as having a 'full service history' - will this affect the resale value?

I bought my BMW X5 (December 2012 reg) from a BMW main dealer with a full service history in April 2016. When it was delivered the service book was missing and I have confirmation that this was "To follow"....

Why is my FIAT 500 1.3d making noise and emitting black smoke?

I have a 2011 FIAT 500 1.3 MultiJet diesel purchased in March 2016. I've had a problem with sporadic engine noise, vibration and black smoke coming out of the exhaust. I've been told there is nothing wrong...

I changed the battery in my 1994 Mazda MX-5 and now it won't start - what could be wrong?

I recently fitted a new battery on my 1994 Mazda MX-5 after making a few small journeys and it started with no problem. I returned home and within half an hour the alarm sounded a few times and then clicking...

Can I reject my Jaguar XJ based on the grounds that the dealer didn't disclose the true service history?

I bought a Jaguar XJ 2.7 TDVi for £15,500 from a main Jaguar Dealer. I was told it had full dealer service history, having been regularly serviced by them. It did not come with a service book but I have...

After seven months of problems with my Citroen C4 Grand Picasso can I return it?

I purchased a 2008 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso on 29 July 2016 with a warranty. Within a week I had bought two new front tyres and windscreen wipers for the car as they were in a poor state. A few months...

Why does my engine management light come on when I drive 30 - 40mph in my 2008 Honda Civic 2.2 i-DTEC?

My 2008 Honda Accord 2.2 i-DTEC hesitates and surges when I drive 30 - 40mph, eventually resulting in the engine management light coming on. The Honda garage diagnosed low fuel pressure and changed the...

Should I get a petrol or diesel 2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.5?

I would like to buy a second-hand (3 year old) Nissan Qashqai 1.5 diesel as it has the best review. I do about 9000 miles per year but I'm concerned with the press surrounding diesels and emissions, as...

Why can't I start my Fiat Fiorino with the key?

I have 2010 FIAT Fiorino MultiJet. It will turn over with the key and will start if push started, but will not start with the key.

I've been given a parking charge notice for stopping to use the toilet at a supermarket - is this legal?

I stopped briefly in a car park to use a supermarket's toilet. I was there 12 minutes with my wife waiting in the car. I have now been sent a parking charge notice saying that I can appeal within 14 days,...

I've retired and now do low mileage, should I go for a PCP deal on a new car?

I get a new car every 2-3 years by trading in + cash on a good deal on a pre-reg BMW. As I am now retired, and only do about 5000/6000 miles per year, I was wondering whether I should consider abandoning...

I entered my reg plate wrong and received a parking charge - is this legal?

I paid for one hour of parking in a Smart Parking car park but entered my car registration number wrong. I left off the first letter of the registration number and have now received a parking penalty....

How can I tell if the emissions fix was secretly done on my Volkswagen Eos?

I recently took my 2010 Volkswagen Eos TDI to a Volkswagen dealer for a minor service. They told me the software fix was now available but I asked them not to install it without me having done more research...