Why doesn't my Citroen C3 Picasso have a jack or wheelbrace?

I have just bought a C3 Picasso which has a puncture repair kit. It does not have a toolkit (Wheelbrace, jack etc.) The dealer is adamant that because it has the repair kit it doesn't need the tools. The...

Buying a used family car for under £4000

A friend requires a reliable car to replace her Citroen Picasso which is no more. She has £3500-£4000 to spend on an estate or small MPV and has previously enjoyed a Renault Scenic as well as the Picasso....

Buying used car - dealer's warranty compared to Consumer Rights Act 2015

I'm buying a used Citroen C4 Grand Picasso from a dealer. They have offered a three month warranty; however, given that the Consumer Rights Act 2015 covers me for six months, do these warranties actually...

Gears are becoming difficult to engage - why?

When my car has warmed up some gears become difficult to engage. The clutch is still fine but makes a squeaking noise on operation. Any ideas?

Should Citroen contribute to cambelt failure bill?

Broken cam belt on 9 yr old car 109000 miles caused engine damage... car serviced for last 2 years by good independent garage but no recommendation was made by them to replace belt even though 2 services...

Buying a used family car with loads of room - suggestions?

We're looking for something that will take 3 child seats across the back and has loads of space to take camping gear, cases, etc. Most runs are a few miles, but generally once a week I do a 25 miles each...

Poor customer service from Hertz

I booked a Hertz Prestige BMW 2 Series Active Tourer several months in advance (the idea is that you get that type of car with leather seats etc) but I ended up being given a fairly basic Cactus. Hertz...

Which seven-seater is best for carrying young children?

I'm looking for a seven-seater. I have three children under the age of three and am specifically looking for three full size seats in the second row that are adjustable. What do you suggest I look at?...

Need a large MPV with easy access and auto 'box

I am looking to replace our 2008 Ford C-MAX automatic 2008 model with a new car. The replacement must be as good (or better) for accessibility. It must also be an automatic. What do you suggest?

Replacing a Ford C-MAX - what should I get?

I am thinking of changing my 2007 Ford C-MAX with something new, which must be comfortable and capable of towing a small trailer. What do you suggest I look at?