Buying a new small car for communting

I have always owned Nissan Micras but have just had my latest car written off. I need to replace this with something of a similar size. I commute each day - 40 miles each way, so need something comfortable...

Buying a nearly new small car.

My wife currently drives a Suzuki Alto manual bought in 2005 with 45,000 on the clock. It has been a great little car and ideal for her then short commute and general running around. She now works at Reading...

New car advice

I work as a building control surveyor, and currenly drive a SEAT Leon. I am thinking of changing car. I need a car that can cope with a continuous start stop regime perhaps only doing 200 miles a week,...

Addison Lee Ford Galaxy

I need to buy a 7 seat MPV that can cope with 3 kids and associated kit without breaking the bank or buying something that will need major expenditure shortly after purchase? I see that you recommend the...

VWG 1.4 TSI DSG

Can you tell me which models across the group got the higher powered engine/gearbox combination? I want to change a 105PS TDI Golf Plus and want more room - I can only find Fabia VRs estate and Touran...?...

Used car recommendation

I am looking to buy a new car to replace my 2007 Audi A6 avant. I want to spend a lot less money, around the £5k to £7k mark, the car needs to be able to tow a caravan weighing around the 1500kg mark when...

Cheap reliable used car wanted

My daughter has just had her C3 Pluriel (53 plate) written off and needs a replacement for up to £3K, what would you recommend? She liked the Citroen but is hesitant about another Pluriel. She uses the...

SUV with 'proper' auto

I am looking to buy an SUV (about Tiguan size) and want an auto box with torque converter type. Can you point me in the right direction by suggesting some with a 'proper auto box'.

Trading in a six year old car

My Skoda Fabia Ambiente estate is now nearly 6 years old and due for a service. I am very happy with it and it still runs well but fear it may start to become expensive. Would now be a good time to replace...

Buying a used Clio Sport Tourer

I want to buy a 2008/9 Clio Sport Tourer. Either a 1.2 TCe or 1.5 dCi86 if the price is right. What common problems do I need to look for with these engines? All the TCe's have a mayo like substance in...