Mercedes-Benz S-Class - a good used buy?

I am looking to buy a 2006 S-Class W221 which has done 98K miles and comes with 1 year dealer warranty. it has been converted to LPG. Can I ask how expensive is it to maintain and service the car. Are...

Kia Venga automatic 6 speed

Is the Kia Venga automatic now available with 6 speed torque convertor autobox? Which car will be best on motorway among these compact autos - Kia Venga, Honda Jazz, Yaris Hybrid, Nissan Note? I have not...

Narrowing down sports car choice

I have been looking around and considering a new car and settled on a sports car/coupe/convertible. The ones that grab my attention the most are the BMW Z4 (newer model), Toyota GT86, Audi TT black edition...

Which SUV to buy?

I have around £35.000 to spend on a new 4x4 car. The ones I have looked at so far are Discovery Sport, Volvo XC60, Audi Q5 and BMW X1. I think I have seen so many, I am more confused than ever on which...

Buying a Jaguar F-Pace

I've waited months for the Jaguar F-Pace but can't afford the 3.0-litre petrol. In dealer queue for 2.0-litre diesel but nervous about bad reports on diesel engines. Is this such a bad option? To be used...

Medium size automatic

After 224000 miles my trusty Golf TDI auto is due for replacement. As much as I love the build quality of the Golf, I hesitate to go straight for another Volkswagen auto (possibly a 1.4 petrol) because...

Is now the time to choose petrol if buying a used car?

I have been a convert to diesel for 10 years on account of economy and torque. I am about to buy either a BMW 320i Touring or a BMW 118i. The reviews consistently place the diesel version as the best in...

Automatic gearbox issue after auction purchase

I bought a Ford Kuga car at auction. A major car franchise who put the car in for sale knew the car needed brand new automatic gearbox and they were advised by TrustFord 2 weeks prior to my purchase. They...

Buying a used Lexus IS - good idea?

I found a Lexus IS 250 auto 2005 reg with 128000 miles at 3800 GBP. I 've read only good things about this model but still want to ask you if there is anything in particular to look at and if the mileage...

Original equipment manufacturer dealer-fitted accessories

I am considering buying a new car and ordering some dealer-fit original manufacturer accessories - roof box and carrier base (roof rack), door visors, wheel arch extensions, splash guards (mud flaps),...