Why do C3 Picassos depreciate so much?

I am thinking of buying a low-mileage diesel Citroen C3 Picasso. However, I'm struck by the speed at which their value seems to fall. Should that warn me off the model? I'm impressed by everything else...

Buying used Mercedes-Benz SL

I've been attracted to the used prices of the Mercedes SL350 and 500. I'm just about to retire and would love such a second car to enjoy cruising in at weekends and maybe the odd holiday. I'm wondering...

Worried about quality when buying used merc c-class

I want to buy used Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate as a family car which I plan to own for 10 years or so. I've been looking at lower mileage (<80k) older cars (pre-2006) for £5-8k because I thought quality...

Upsizing from a Focus - to what?

I currently have an 08 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCI. I'm looking for a bigger car due to a new family arrival. I have seen a beautiful 2009 Mazda6 Tamura 2.0 petrol. Is there much difference in cabin space and...

Cam belt intervals on an Astra 1.8?

I am looking to buy a 2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.8 Sri Vendor says cambelt does not need replacing until it has done 100,000 miles as it has a Se engine. Is this correct?!

Buying a small, economical used 4x4?

I want to buy a small, economical used car that is easy to get in and out of, suitable for a large 6 footer and for winter country road driving? Would prefer something that gives a good MPG. Maybe a 4x4...

Clunky BMW 1 Series brakes - why?

There's a clunking sound when braking on my BMW 1 Series - any ideas?

What smart, cheap car?

I have been used to company provided vehicles of many shades, invariably new (ish) & leased. Due to a (voluntary) career change, I need something "smart but dirt cheap" - ie anything German, max budget...

Buying a used medium sized diesel - what would you recommend?

I am looking to buy a medium sized diesel without DPF. After reading too many internet forums I am now unable to decide what to plump for given that there seems to be so many diesels that have expensive...

Returning a used car because of a gearbox issue?

Having bought a used Toyota Yaris 5 weeks ago from a franchised dealer, the gearbox synchromesh isn't functioning properly. Even on the test drive it was hard to get into 1st unless stationary and it crunched...