I am considering buying a BMW 320d Touring

We live in a rural location and occasionally have to contend with snow. Would you recommend the xDrive version of the BMW 320d Touring, or are winter tyres good enough with the standard 320d?

What damage could have happened after an engine management problem?

I bought a new Mini Countryman Cooper S. Regrettably within the first week and with only 350 miles on the clock, the engine management system said there was a fault, the engine started running roughly...

Which MX-5?

I have a 15 year old MX-5 and would love to buy the latest model as this would give me more usable all year round fun. However, a revised MX-5 is due in 2015 - should I wait or buy now regardless? Would...

Do I need tinted glass?

I am buying a new Ford Focus 1.0 litre hatchback and have been offered an "Appearance Pack" free of charge. This pack gives a slightly lower profile tyre but also tinted glass on the rear side windows...

Which small car for a 17-year-old girl?

My 17 year old daughter is about to learn to drive. She will have a 25 mile round trip to college 3-4 times a week, plus outings for socialising. We live in rural North Wales so any car must be totally...

New Skoda Octavia - which petrol engine?

I am looking for a new family car, with size (boot and rear), practicality, comfort and reliability in mind, to keep for 5-7 years (budget 15-20k). With this in mind, the Skoda Octavia seems to offer the...

Should I sell my Jaguar S-Type now?

I have a 2006 Jaguar S-Type [manual] on a 55 plate with 32,000 long distance miles on it (no short trips). It has the sport interior, heated windscreen, CD Autochanger plus all the other nice standard...

Which efficient seven-seater?

Should I buy a Fiat Doblo or a Citroen Berlingo Multispace seven seater for short trips around town?

What car for a driver with a bad back?

I have a bad back and need a car that has plenty of head room (for a 6ft person) and a seat that adjusts. Ideally a car that you don't lower down into. I currently have two cars - a 4x4 Isuzu that does...

Should I buy paintwork protection for my new car?

I am purchasing a new vehicle and the garage have quoted me £300.00 to provide "AutoGlym Life Shine" protection. Do you think this is worth the cost or would I be better going to a professional detailer...