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I have acquired a 1978 motorcycle which I will be restoring. I have accordingly applied for a SORN, with the intention of applying for historic vehicle tax when the vehicle is roadworthy again, has insurance...
We have a Toyota Avensis Estate diesel which was bought new in May 2014. We followed the then-Government's advice to buy a diesel car. We assume the car has no resale value so would you advise us to change...
We live in a small street of terraced houses with a small garage but limited off street parking. We currently drive an old Mini Metro that just about fits in the garage. I want to change it for a Volkswagen...
I'm looking to buy a hybrid van. What's in the pipeline for 2020?
I have a Nissan Micra which I am considering replacing for an automatic city car. I like the Kia Picanto. However, I am wondering if I should consider buying an electric car? My mileage is around 4000...
I have a budget of £15,000 and am looking for an estate car with a petrol engine. What would be the best choice?
Are front engine, rear wheel drive cars more stable in the wet than front engine, front wheel drive?
Are front engine, rear wheel drive cars more stable in the wet than front engine, front wheel drive?
Can you recommend someone to do a pre-purchase inspection on a 30-year-old Mercedes-Benz SL? The car is in Wigan. Is it best to use the RAC?
I have been offered a 1992 Mercedes-Benz W202 estate with 60,000 miles on the clock. It has one owner from new and it's in good condition - what do you think would be a reasonable offer to make? It has...
My Outlander PHEV is three years old and has been an excellent car. I'm just starting to have a nag at the back of my mind about battery life and the consequent cost of replacement. Could I have your views...
Why has my monthly road tax suddenly increased by a pound or two?
What is best compact SUV overall for value, performance and economy?
I have a Jaguar XK8 that will need a battery trickle charger over winter. It has a Yuasa YBX 3000 battery, 12 v 95 Ah 850 A. I would be grateful if you could recommend an appropriate charger as I am aware...
Should my 2016 Ford Focus have DRLs whether LED or not?
I will be returning to UK after four months in Spain. My MoT has expired while away. Can I drive my car home from Dover without an MoT?
I am thinking of buying a 2015 Ford Transit Custom with 138,000 miles. I'm a little concerned at what to look for with this mileage, but I will only average 2000 miles a year and would probably keep it...
I am struggling with my Ford car radio RDS 4500 and need a code. The serial number is M277765.
Where is the best place for me to search for a Mk4 MG Magnette and what is the current price for a condition 1 or 2 car?
A 1978 Jaguar XJ6 series 2 is going to auction. It has been in a collection and has only covered 12,000 miles. It appears in very good order, but due to its time in storage it does not have a FSH, but...
Does selling a car on SORN affect the price? I have a BMW Z3 Roadster with 12 months MoT and 108,500 miles. What do you think it could reasonably command?
We are a family of five looking for a used seven-seater, so we can accommodate friends/grandparents. It will mostly be used for the school run and shopping so it will only be doing around 5000 miles a...
I'm looking for a used small car that's reliable and economical for my mum to drive around town (extremely rare motorway driving. It has to be automatic and include parking sensors, a reversing camera,...
What are your views on a 2001 Honda Insight? I am very keen on them for aesthetics and economy, cheap tax. Are there things I should ask the owner about? Could I attach a tow bar to it? It's up for £4000.
A friend has a 1998 BMW 328i Convertible in excellent condition with only 48,000 miles on the clock. Where would you recommend she goes to sell it and/or get advice on its value?
My son wants to buy a classic car. His budget is £5k but will go to £10k for the right car. He is not mechanically minded so it must be reasonable to maintain. He fancies a Morris Traveller but is a Ford...
My grandmother currently has a 2015 Range Rover Evoque and she would like to change it. She wants a SUV of roughly similar size, but with better boot space and rear visibility. She wants a reasonably powerful...
My new commute has me travelling 16 miles each way per day - 8 miles of A/B roads and 8 miles of motorway, around 8k miles per year. My 2008 Focus 1.8 petrol with 105k is struggling to manage 30mpg so...
My parents are in their 80s and would like to buy a car suitable for carrying a mobility scooter. The scooter actually comes apart so it's more for a low boot load and easily accessible for passengers...
I use my car very occasionally. I park it in the driveway and I have bought a car cover to protect it from the elements. Is there anything I need to know about the do's and dont's of using a car cover?...
I have previously been recommended a product called Zoff/Zorf for cleaning smeared windscreens but I cannot find any. My local Halfords don't sell it and have never heard of it. Is there anything similar?
Am I legally allowed to park my caravan on my driveway? My neighbour says it spoils her view from her front door which is 15ft away.
I bought a 1991 Roller from a dealer a couple of hours or so journey from me. On test drive the aircon was not blowing cold, so the dealer said he'd get it regassed, because apparently "these old systems...
I am bothered by glare from the dashboard of our Suzuki Vitara, particularly when driving tree-lined routes (It seems particularly bad with this car compared with many others I have driven - presumably...
I recently passed my driving test at the age of 28. I am looking for my first car. I have no knowledge of cars. My car use is mostly city driving with very few long trips. I want a five door, manual and...
I have recently changed from a Jaguar F-Pace to an Audi Q8 and am bitterly disappointed with the mobile phone app. The car itself is wonderful but, unlike the Jaguar app, the Audi does not automatically...
I need to replace my Land Rover Freelander with an SUV or estate and I like the look of electric options. I'm ruling out all-electric because I do some long journeys and there don't seem to be enough charging...
There is a good choice of electric cars but what happens when you drive through a ford or water?
We’re seeing more hybrid and pure electric cars but very few electric range extender cars (e.g. BMW i3 REx). Why do we not see more of these?
Your normal day to day mileage or even long motorway trip...
A few weeks ago I started looking at a Vauxhall Viva on the scrappage scheme. The Viva was about £11000 before £4000 scrappage, however after the bank holiday, there was then no mention of Viva scrappage...
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