Exceeded my insurance mileage - what should I do?

My 87 year old father-in-law drives a Nissan Micra, he usually travels under 3000 miles a year and this is what the insurer covers him for. This year he has exceeded 3000 miles by about 200 (3200 in total),...

Need a comfortable car with high seats for £15k

I am a pensioner. I drive 7000 miles a year, which is mostly short trips, with occasional long motorway trips. I want a comfortable car with high seats in leather with a sunroof. It must be compact and...

What's the best small auto?

My mother would like to buy a replacement for her aged, but much loved, convertible Volkswagen Golf. She would like an automatic with a petrol engine and space for grandchildren in the rear seats. Her...

Buying a used car that's suitable for older drivers

My wife and I are in our late 70s. We need to replace our Nissan Almera. We are looking for a two-year old used car. Reliability is paramount and we want a car that is suitable for short runs with good...

Need a car with easy access - what do you recommend?

I am in my late 70s and it finding difficult getting in and out of my car. You have recommended Volkswagen Golf SV, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Mazda CX-5 for people similar to ourselves. Are there...

Which small MPV would suit an elderly driver?

My mother (mid 70s) needs an automatic car to replace her 2007 Volkswagen Golf. She finds it easier to get out of SUV type cars now than hatchbacks. I suppose a MPV might do. A Nissan Qashqai is probably...

Need a small car but dislike the new Fiesta - any recommendations?

My husband and I have had several Ford Fiestas over the years and are now ready to change our present one which is nine years old. However, we don’t like the new design with the sloping back and small...

Can you recommend a car with easy access?

I am getting on in years and am not as flexible as I was. As a result I need to get a newer car with a higher riding position for access and egress. Will the SEAT Altea XL fulfil these requirements?

Low mileage Polo - what should I check?

I am interested in buying a Volkswagen Polo Match with low mileage but first registered in 2008. It currently has 3500 miles and has been used by an elderly lady. It has a full service history and all...

Need a large and practical car for my retirement

Having now retired, I want to swap my Jaguar XF (brilliant car) for something with more boot space. I have thought about the Honda CR-V as I need space, comfort, style and reliability with an automatic....