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...

After 32 years of driving a Volvo 945 can you recommend an alternative?

We have driven our current Volvo 945 for 18 years and our previous Volvo 945 for 14 year.Our sons tell us we don't need such a big car at our age (73). I have driven smaller hired cars on holiday in Spain...

Replacement for Megane Estate

I wish to replace my five year old Renault Megane Estate (1.5 dci) with another medium sized estate. I can afford approx £8000 plus what I can get in part exchange for the Renault. What do you recommend...

Which medium hatchback is suitable for transporting a lawnmower?

I have occasional need to transport my lawnmower and am now seeking to replace my 10-year-old Golf Estate. What medium-sized hatchbacks are there with a flat load area, i.e. no lip, which would serve my...

Used Japanese models and DMFs/DPFs

I am contemplating swapping my trusty 04 plate Honda Accord Tourer 2.0EX petrol for either a 58 or 09 plate Accord Tourer diesel or Mazda 6 Estate diesel. But what about DPF and DMF problems which seem...

Second hand large estate

I need to buy a second hand automatic car. It needs to be capable of holding a 3/4 size Double bass, and a full size cello (occasionally) + 2 teenage children. Ideally quite economical to run. Wife likes...

Which smaller automatic estate?

I am downsizing from a Legacy Outback with 185K on the clock for a smaller auto. We must have room for two dogs in the back so have looked at the Golf Estate and the A3. I do about 20K miles annually as...

Which small station wagon should I buy?

My needs are varied. Most trips tend to be in the city with the occasional long trip and annual trip to Germany. I thought of buying a supermini estate (Peugeot 207SW) but people tell me to avoid all Peugeots,...

can you recommend a suitable, powerful replacement for my Octavia Estate vRS?

I currently own a 2005 'old shape' Skoda Octavia Estate vRS. It has been a great car with plenty of performance, and is totally reliable and flexible. I fancy a change and will appreciate your advice on...