traders responsibility

3 weeks ago I bought a 2011 C Class from an independent trader, the car was advertised as having 18" AMG alloy Wheels. Because of last weeks snow storms I considered fitting winter tyres which was when...

Skoda Yeti or BMW X1?

I am looking to replace one of my cars and am considering the Skoda Yeti 1.2 DSG but I don't like the gearbox and would prefer a torque convertor so am therefore considering the BMW X1 sDrive auto which...

Hyundai Tucson buying advice?

I'm considering a Hyundai Tucson, I especially like the 5 year warranty. - is it worth forking out the extra for the 4x4 2.0 Premium over the 1.7 SE nav which is only 2WD? And are there any competitors...

Honda Jazz or Skoda Fabia - which is better?

Which is better - a Jazz SE or Fabia 1.2 SE? It will be used mostly for trips of 6 miles on country lanes into town, 22 miles into city and rare long distance trips. Most journeys only myself and wife...

One year old high mileage Insignia - good used buy?

I'm planning to buy a insignia from a Vauxhall dealer. A 2014 model for £10,800. But this car has 53000 miles already on in 1 year, and has 1 key missing and original service book missing. it seems dealer...

Diesel or petrol?

I am driving a BMW 520D manual 57 registration for about 14000 miles per year, 80% in heavy traffic (A406).Very good car but I have problems with the DPF. I would like to buy another one a bit it smaller,...

Buying a used BMW - timing belt issues?

I have seen a BMW 118d 2011, 61 reg, 3200 miles on the clock for £10990. Were these models affected by the timing belt issues on N47 engines. Should I get extended warranty to cover this eventuality ....

Automatic SUV for town driving - what do you suggest?

I would like to buy an automatic SUV mainly for town driving and have a low mileage and looking for good reliability. I was thinking of Honda CR-V petrol automatic 2012, but in your website review, it...

Buying a large family car - any advice?

At present I am driving a 1.6 diesel Polo but am thinking of buying 2.0 diesel car if you can suggest me best mpg and comfort car to drive?

Replacing 20-year-old Golf - any recommendations?

My wife is sadly letting go of her old Golf. We are after something economic, fully automatic, comfortable and reliable as it will be her last car. My wife has an old whiplash injury which causes problems....