Should I sell or keep my 5 year old Golf?

I have a 2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI. I have just completed 88,000 miles of trouble free motoring from new. I have had recently changed the cam belt and have had it main dealer serviced throughout its...

Importing a classic from the USA - can I cancel and get a refund?

Six weeks ago I paid a deposit to a classic car importer for a vehicle which is being shipped from the USA. The dealer has a very good reputation and the vehicle is a restoration project. I based my decision...

Is the latest Vauxhall promotion too good to be true?

How 'sincere' is the Vauxhall promotion offering selected new cars at the 'cost' price? I've had a few letters offering this 'deal', but is it actually true?

Should I sell my Passat?

I have a second hand 2010 Passat Estate (R line) with just over 100,000 miles on the clock. Recent fault (engine management light on, limp driving) diagnosed by my local dealer as needing a new Boost turbo...

How do I haggle for the best deal?

What's the best way to haggle for a deal at a car dealership? Realistically how much will they take off the price of a new car?

Can you recommend a car with easy access and a smooth ride?

I have £10,000 and a trade in value for a 2004 Rover 75. I am looking for a reliable car with easy access and a smooth ride (I have a bad back). I do about 10,000 miles per year. I have been looking at...

Ten year old Honda Civic - repair or scrap?

I have owned a 2003 Honda Civic Type S for 10 years and it has only done 25,000 miles. However the steering is stiff in the centre position making small corrections difficult. The air con has also stopped...

Scratched bodywork - should I fix before part exchanging?

I will be trading in my 2010 Mazda 3 1.6 diesel with 80,000 miles on the clock for a new Volkswagen Golf. The Mazda has some bad scratches and I've been told it will cost £900 to repair. Is it worth getting...

Will the BMW Z3 ever get classic status?

I have bought a 1998 BMW Z3 2.8i. It’s a manual and is in very good condition with one owner from new and 34,250 miles on the clock. The car was on SORN (laid up in 2010) but I have recommissioned it with...

Should I sell my car before its big service?

My 2006 Kia Sportage diesel has 70,000 miles on the clock and is due for its major service, which will cost around £1000. Should I pay for the maintenance or sell and buy something else?