Most recently answered consumer advice questions

When you have an old car, it’s always a problem to decide at what point it no longer worth spending money on. My friend's 2004 Citroen Picasso (in good condition inside and out) needs a new clutch. She...

Do you have any advice regarding common sales techniques that car dealers might use to sell a car to a customer? Are there any in particular to be wary of?

I've been having a series of issues with my 2012 Volkswagen Polo for the past couple of months and I’m at my wits end as it appears to have an ‘undiagnosable’ problem. It's leaving Volkswagen and my local...

I do 15,000 miles per year and almost never do less than 30-mile round trips. I would like a diesel but think I'm on the cusp mileage wise. What do you recommend?

I have a 10 year old Kia Cee’d and my garage has just identified that the turbo is producing a whistling noise on acceleration. They also gave me the impression that to replace the turbo would be an expensive...

Received £100 fixed penalty fine for the number plate on my bike from a police officer. It was on the bike when I got it and I have only had it for three months. Any idea if I should contest this and,...

I currently own a 2003 Audi A3 1.8 and I'm looking to buy something that'll be cheaper to run. I'm considering getting a MINI, but which model can I get for under £2000? Is it likely to save me money,...

My Volkswagen Passat Estate 2.0 TDI is six years old with 55,000 miles done, in good condition and DPF in good order. When would be sensible to replace it? Volkswagen is offering £6500 scrappage against...

How do I know if a car I want to buy has been written off or stolen?

Are chips any good at giving more economy and power?