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Questions from November 2019
I am looking to buy a reliable 4x4 as our Volvo XC90 keeps getting stuck in our field. I'm considering either a Land Cruiser or a Nissan Pathfinder - which do you recommend?
Is the Sealey Trolley Jack 3010CX man enough to lift a Nissan X-Trail and would I have to buy an extra pair of axle stands? I am thinking of buying all these items for my 16-year-old grandson who is doing...
I recently noticed a length of soft foam (sealed in plastic) in the space inside the rear of the front wings of my son's Ford Transit Mk8, just below where water from the windscreen drain holes empty (and...
I am keen to buy a mid to large petrol estate, good to drive, room for four adults and gear. I do 5k to 8k miles a year - mixed town and country and want something with a perky modern and economical engine....
What is the expected life span of current batteries used in hybrid cars? And what is the cost of a replacement?
I have just purchased a new Skoda Karoq Scout with 19-inch wheels as standard. In the past three days I have managed heartbreakingly to kerb two of the wheels. In all my years of driving I cannot remember...
My son is a drummer in a band and struggles getting all his kit into his current Skoda Fabia. Could you recommend an SUV that would be fairly economic to run (low tax and good fuel) if there is such a...
We're looking to replace our diesel Ford S-MAX. We need a similar size boot and our budget is £30,000. Most of our driving is local (in London) with at least eight trips to Manchester each year.
My son passed his driving test earlier in the year and we want to get him a dashcam for Christmas. What’s the best dashcam on the market? We want to get him the best one we can, something that’s packed...
We’ve been suffering from flooding in recent weeks and, as a result, the roads around us are absolutely filthy. We don’t have a pressure washer, but I think it’s not time to get one. What would you recommend...
What’s the best dog guard for an Audi Q2? I’ve looked at a few, but I’m not unsure as to what to go for. Also, do what gift recommendations do you have this year for dog owners?
Considering buying a few signal blocker pouches as stocking fillers. Some of them look a bit cheap and I’m not sure how effective they are. Are there any in particular that I should be looking at for around...
I need a fairly cheap, but sturdy, roof box for a bit of extra space over the holiday period. What’s out there? I don’t really want to spend any more than £150, ideally less.
Can you recommend a car experience day that’s a little bit different? Everyone does the supercar experiences and they are a little bit boring. What else out there is worth doing?
Obviously I’m not expecting this to be a full sat nav like a Garmin or something like that, but is it possible to get a small sat nav system for a bike (bicycle, not motorbike).
Ford has updated the Mondeo this year but has not brought out a new Vignale. Do you know if it is planning to do so?
If you take a car out of long term storage and drive it home to be garaged without tax or SORN, what would happen if the police stopped you? The car is insured.
Can you recommend a PHEV? It needs to be able to fit a full set of golf clubs and electric trolley in the back (with seats down). Range is important and budget is roughly £40,000. It needs to be nice to...
How much should I advertise my 1938 Morris 8 Series 2 for and where?
I wasn't sure whether it was worth buying a dash cam until today. A driver several cars behind me on a local 20mph road lost patience and overtook all the cars on the wrong side of the road and pulled...
I'm considering a large SUV which I'll buy new. Budget is not an issue. What do you suggest? As many Isofix seats as possible for my grandchildren is a priority.
We need to buy our first family car. We have two small children, so need room for a buggy. It will be mostly used for short journeys, but with some longer trips. Our budget is up to £10,000. We’d prefer...
I need to buy a cheap estate car to transport my two dogs. I have a budget of £1500 max ideally and will only do about 3000 miles a year. What do you recommend for reliability and ideally, cheap road tax?
I have a ‘black grape’ (purple) 1.6 litre Ford Escort Solar Cabrio bought from new in January 1995 so it’s a one-owner car. It has done just over 50,000 miles and has been regularly serviced. It runs well...
I currently drive a six-year-old Peugeot 2008. A great car but has the major drawback of feeling every bump in the road. And when you live in a poorly maintained road area such as Cardiff, that's a lot...
How much is a 1996 Bentley Brooklands 1996 worth? It has 42,000 miles on the clock, a full-service history and is as new.
My son has a Mini Copper 1992. We need a cover that will protect it over winter although he uses a cover in summer to protect from sunlight. We just need the best quality cover that breathes.
I want to change my Ford Connect for a Transit or Transit Custom. Most of my journeys are less than 10 miles - will I have DPF problems?
If at public charge points an electric car can charge from 40% to 80% in about 40 mins, what happens when the 80% charge is reached? Does the car continue to charge up towards 100% albeit at a slower rate,...
I've owned my 1995 Saab 900 2.5 V6 convertible for almost 10 years and I 've only seen two other 2.5 V6 convertibles for sale over the years. Would I be right in saying my car is rare in the UK? I'm considering...
I’d like to buy an automatic family car, with a budget of about £10,000. Is it possible to get a hybrid for this budget? I’m also interested in the highest possible safety rating. We’d mainly use the car...
Despite the unfashionable engine placement at the rear, historically speaking which rear-engined cars arguably had the most ideal suspension layout? I have seen a few examples cited as the Hillman Imp,...
Is the FenSens or similar available from a UK distributor please? The postage and tax for importing from the USA are prohibitive.
I am planning to fly to Lyon or Geneva in mid-March 2020 and will be hiring a car for a week to go skiing in Courchevel. Please can you tell me whether hire cars at that time of year and at those pick...
Is the Lexus IS 250 a future classic? I own a 2008 IS 250 in very good condition and dealer maintained.
My Mazda CX-5 is three years old and the free sat nav updates will soon end. What is the best option taking into consideration that I have an Apple iPhone but not Apple CarPlay?
I want to fit a dash cam - what do you suggest?
My son bought his dream car, a Morris Traveller. He has no garage but can have it winter stored. His thoughts about this are the poor heater in the Moggy. As a result, he will need a "reliable" banger....
I am considering purchasing a 2004 1.8 Audi TT Convertible. Could you please give me a value and tell me whether it's a future classic?
I'm thinking of buying a small, portable jump starter to keep in the glovebox just in case I get a flat battery. Is there a specific model or brand that you'd suggest looking at and how much should I pay?
I want to get some Tile trackers for my family. Are they any good and which version would you recommend? Are any of the alternatives to Tile any good?
I've seen a few of your Christmas gift guides and wondered if you have one for classic cars? Stumped as to what to get someone this Christmas. Any help would be appreciated.
The recent cold snap has got me wondering whether I should invest in a pair of snow socks or snow chains? Which are best suited to the British Winter and do you have any recommendations?
Is it my imagination or are car headlights getting ridiculously bright? Is there a maximum brightness legally allowed? As it now gets dark at tea time I spend much of my time with one hand on the wheel...
My 2009 car has just failed its MoT for having different sized tyres on the same axle. The spare wheel (steel, but not a space saver with a speed restriction painted on it) was fitted, with the original...
Having recently purchased a Range Rover Velar from a main dealer and paid £465 road tax I have just received the following from DVLA. "It has been identified that the above mentioned vehicle has been incorrectly...
We're having our first child in the new year and unsure about which child seats that we should be looking at - it's all so confusing. Do you have any advice and - ideally - details of which you think would...
I'm looking to buy a sat nav as a Christmas present for my dad. What's the best model for under £100?
I am seeking a car must be petrol, automatic with a full spare wheel and large boot, plus easy to get into for a person with short legs and mobility problems. I have a Passat at the moment, but it is 15...
I am thinking of buying a new SUV. Can you tell me which model is the best for comfort?
 

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