Can you warn your readers who borrow expensive cars about the potential costs if the car breaks down?

It’s vital that drivers of other people’s cars know that if you borrow another persons car or test drive that car you owe the owner of the car a duty of care. In a recent case in the high court, Mark Hales,...

Which petrol car offers good performance without big wheels?

I'm looking to change my 2007 BMW 120D SE (I have been really happy with this car) and would welcome your advice on possible replacements. My annual mileage of 7000 precludes a diesel with a DPF, but I...

Changing from SEAT Leon 2.0 TFSI-what would you recommend?

I'd like to change my 6year old (50k) SEAT Leon 2.0 TFSI FR within the next year. I don't do big miles but would like something a bit more economical, refined and comfortable, yet still fun with a bit...

Should I buy an Aston Martin Vanquish as an asset?

I will shortly be retiring and I am anxious to purchase a high quality car that does not depreciate significantly. New model values appear to drop off a cliff. I have in mind the old model Aston Martin...

Buying a Boxster - problems?

I can afford (by part exchanging my MX5) a Porche Boxster 2.7 Tiptronic S, but I'm worrying bout reliability and if there are any known, common, expensive problems with it.

Replacing a TT with a family car

I've been driving an Audi TT (180bhp FWD) for the last 7 years, but now our child is 2 it's time to think about something bigger, with space for friends/ relations. I really like the quick response,...

Drift? Would?

I last wrote to you 8 years ago when I was looking to buy an automatic to commute into central Manchester. I didn’t want to sell my Audi TT Roadster and you recommended a Toyota Corolla, which has been...

What should I look for when buying an Aston Martin DB9?

Unfortunately there is no column like yours in Canada, so I am writing to you. I would like to buy a 2005 or 2006 Aston Martin DB9 convertible. What are the concerns I should look at before buying, and...

What should I replace my Porsche Cayman with?

I received an unexpected text from my Porsche dealer asking if they could buy my 2006 34,800 mile Cayman. I responded and apparently they've had a run on used sales and are in need of stock, with a high...

Which British sports car should I buy?

I would like to indulge my passion for British sports cars by buying either a Triumph Stag or a TVR Chimera or Griffith. The Stag is a classic but is of steel construction, whereas the TVRs are more modern...