Is it risky to buy a high mileage P-reg BMW 320i Cabriolet?

I've seen a P-reg BMW 320i Cabriolet E36 with 237,000 miles, which looks alright and has a full BMW service history and MoT. The seller says it drives fine. Can these easily do more miles, or is this a...

Will the W204 Mercedes-Benz C200 really never need replacing?

I own a 2004 Ford C-Max TDCi with over 100,000 miles on the clock, which will need replacing fairly soon. I seem to remember you writing that if one bought a Mercedes-Benz 220 CDi, it would never require...

What's the best, most economical automatic for under £20,000?

What is the best economical automatic? I do about 20,000 miles a year so I would like a 'substantial' car. I am looking at at prices around £15-20,000.

What should I look for when buying a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa SXI?

I'm contemplating purchasing a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 16v SXI with 110,000 miles for my son and I need some advice. Can these cars can cope with high mileage? Apart from the cam belt change, what else...

Does my Ford Focus' dual mass flywheel need replacing?

I have a Ford Focus TDCi 03-reg which has done 227,000 miles and is still on its first clutch and exhaust. However the clutch pedal is making a grating noise, when depressed when idling. My local garage...

Should I buy a cheaper BMW 330i M Sport with high miles, or buy a more expensive low miles version from BMW Used Approved?

I recently almost bought a silver 2006 BMW 330i M Sport coupe for £9400, but I pulled out because of the mileage - it had covered 91,000 miles. What do you think of such a purchase, of a fairly young car...

Would you choose the 2008 Toyota Avensis, 2007 Volkswagen Golf or 2007 Volkswagen Passat?

I drive about 20,000 miles each year including about three trips to France, during which time I tow a light caravan for no more than three weeks. I look for economical, reliable and comfortable motoring....

Should my husband buy this Mercedes-Benz CLK with 200,000 miles?

Please could you tell me if you would touch this 2002 Mercedes-Benz 320 CLK open top car which my husband is considering? One owner, full Mercedes-Benz service history from new, immaculate condition but...

Will a Rover Streetwise be reliable enough for 75,000 miles over the next three years?

I need to pick up a cheapish diesel. I've stumbled across a Rover Streetwise 2-litre diesel with 31,000 on the clock for £3295. I will need three years out of this at an average of 25,000 miles per year,...

Which car will offer the best value for a high annual mileage?

Owing to a new job, my annual mileage is about to increase significantly. I will do 24,000 miles in commuting alone, so I am expecting a mileage probably in excess of 30,000 miles per annum. Is there a...