Should we get a petrol or diesel Volvo V40?

We have decided to purchase a year old Volvo V40. It's a second car that would have be mostly short journeys and twice weekly 40 mile commutes, doing about 10,000 miles per year. The debate we are currently...

Should I swap my high spec 2007 Nissan Navara for a 2009 Audi A4 or a 2008 BMW 5 Series?

I own a 2007 Nissan Navara D40 LE top spec model with 70,000 miles. Every extra and gadget is installed and it's in showroom condition as I've only used it as a Chelsea tractor. It's on sale for €8000,...

Can I use super-unleaded fuel in my Volvo 850?

I have just acquired a K reg Volvo 850 GLT with just 25,000 fully-documented miles on the clock. Is it okay to use super-unleaded fuel in this car? Also, would it be wise to use a petrol additive such...

What is the shelf life of Castrol XL30 monograde oil?

I use Castrol XL30 monograde oil in my Ford E93A engine and bulk buying is cheaper. What would be the shelf life of the oil?

The paintwork on my Mercedes-Benz SLK is lifting - should the dealer offer a FoC replacement car while it is resprayed?

I purchased a 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK, in immaculate condition, last April from a main dealer for £20,250 with 8000 miles on the clock. The garage informed me in December that the vehicle needed a complete...

Is my Peugeot 206 haunted by a poltergeist?

The headlights and dashboard of my Peugeot 206 come on when the car is switched off. When I open the driver's door they turn off. There's also high pitch screeching from behind the dash.

Am I right to be concerned about rust on the chassis of my 2011 Nissan Pathfinder after news of the Nissan Navara chassis issues?

I've been happy with my 2011 Nissan Pathfinder Tekna 2.5 manual, which has been owned from nearly new and has always been serviced by Nissan. I've become concerned by recent reports of failure of the rear...

When does the cam belt need changed on a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6?

When does the cam belt need changed on a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6? I'm at 66,000 miles.

Why is there a leak in the front footwell of my 2003 Vauxhall Corsa?

I have a leak in the driver's side footwell of my 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. The carpet is saturated but I can't find the leak.

What are the signs that I need the alternator in my Volkswagen Touran 2.0 TDI replaced?

Recently, the battery light on my Volkswagen Touran 2.0 TDI comes on above 3000 revs but as soon as I drop below it goes off again. There is also a whirring noise when starting the car. Turbo boost is...