Changing wheels and tyres from low profile to 'proper' tyres

Where can I purchase different size wheels for a Peugeot 308 CC TVi Allure (Folding Open Top) and what size wheels and tyres should I then be chosing. I am considering replacing the alloy (low profile)...

Which new family car on motability?

I will soon be able to get a car under the Motability Scheme. I've been giving serious consideration to a Ford Focus, but I'm unsure of 1.6 or 2.0-litre. Can you also tell me which wheel/tyre combination...

Paying second year rate tax in first year?

I am buying a car that qualified for £0 car tax in its 1st year. I will be the second owner within the 1st year, the car is 3 months old. I have been told by the garage that I must pay for tax now, not...

Is this a good deal?

I'm planning to buy a 2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0 EcoBoost with 11,000 miles from a dealer asking £10,995. Is that a good price? What should I expect part exchange for my 2004 Mondeo 2.5 V6, with 102,000 miles...

Need new car with easy access and large boot

I am looking for a new car, but due to lack of mobility need something with easy access. My wife and I play golf, so need a large boot for two sets of golf clubs and a trolley. Most of my journeys are...

Odometer readings and alternative tyre sizes?

I bought a second hand Qashqai N-Tec in 2012. The specification is for 17 inch wheels. The car was fitted with 16 inch wheels from new due to a shortage of 17 inch wheels. (I have seen the technical paper...

Buying a new small petrol automatic - what are the options?

I'm after some help in choosing a small, petrol, automatic car to replace my ageing 2005 Vectra SRI CDTi 150 (98,500 miles). My daily commute is a 60 mile round trip on A roads / motorways and I do short...

Buying a new diesel hatchback - which one?

We are looking for a fice-door hatchback, diesel, manual, and not a city car. It needs low emissions, low tax bracket and good road holding and should cost below£14,000. It will be for use on steep winding...

Who is liable to repair these faults?

I recently bought a second car and on my receipt it states three months warranty. On contacting the dealer he now says it is on major components only, I didn't receive a booklet or small print on the warranty....

What cheap school run car?

We're looking for a small, economical, low tax petrol 4/5 door mainly for the school run - any suggestions?