A new family car

I am hunting for the used car for my family, I have three young children so need a car that fits three comfortably across the back. I currently own a C-MAX and originally started looking as I get stuck...

360,000 mile Mondeo

I have seen a 2004 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi for sale that I am interested in. It is VERY high milage (360,000) but it has been serviced four times a year (24 stamps in the book) and it is only (just over)...

2.0-litre versus 1.8-litre A3 TFSI

Considering nearly new petrol auto A3 Sport cabriolet. Test drove a 1.8 TFSI which was excellent but wrong spec, I am fussy when it comes to spec and colour. I note that mostly 2.0 TFSI examples are...

Shall I buy an S-Class

I find yourself website very informative and useful. It helped me purchase a Mondeo MkIII, unfortunately the Mondeo needs replacing. I have a budget of around £1800. I notice my budget could stretch...

Which used Passat?

I am looking to buy a VW Passat estate. I heard the 2.0 tdi 140 bhp are the best, but after searching on the net and reading blogs I am confused about which one to buy. Would it also be dodgy to buy private?...

A small car with the 'right' image

As a headteacher of a large inner city school in an economically disadvantaged area it is important that my car portrays a suitable image. Whilst the children say they would like me to have a flashy...

Robust, spacious cars

I have just sold my VW California and am looking to buy a roomy, comfortable car, but I live on an unmade road. The roads here on the Isle of Wight have got to be seen to be believed so it needs to have...

Choice of cars for the disabled

I get mobility allowance but cannot afford to fill the tank regularly and feel that a new car every three years is a waste, I have managed to reduce my miles per year to around 6K. I am thinking along...

Used small cars

Could you recommend a used hatchback with good boot space for lugging saddles, dogs and agility equipment etc. around? It's for my 21 year old daughter with 3 years no claims. It's a big purchase for...

Buying back my company car

I am retiring in January next year, my current company (lease) car (Skoda Octavia L&K Estate 20. DSG) expires when 4 years old in December. Mileage at that point will be around 32,000. I am considering...