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I live in France and I am considering a 2016 Citroen C3 68hp petrol for a young driver. It has a full service history, one owner and recent cam belt change. However, it has done 83,000 miles. My wife says...

Do you rate the Citroen C1?

I have really appreciated your advice in the past so I would be so grateful if you could advise me again now. I have driven various Honda Jazz models for 20 years. My current one is 11 yrs old and it...

Is it legal to have mismatched tyres?

I recently took my car (2017 Citroen C3 Picasso) to my local dealers for a slow puncture problem. I get free puncture repairs with my service plan. They diagnosed a split in the sidewall, which meant I...

Why is the gearstick squeaking on my Citroen C4?

I own a 2011 Citroen C4. When putting the gearstick in first I get a squeaking noise. Do you know what it could be?

Is it normal for engine bay to be partially painted?

I looked under the bonnet of my new Citroen C5 X yesterday, and was surprised that the engine bay is only partially painted in the body colour. It actually looks a mess, like an overspray. So most of...

What's the best hatchback for comfort?

What is the most comfortable hatchback?

Apple CarPlay not working on Citroen C4 Cactus

I own a 2017 Citroen C4 Cactus. and am struggling to pair my iPhone with the infotainment system using CarPlay. I can pair my phone for making and receiving telephone calls but am confused as to whether...

Lack of steering wheel adjustment on Citroen C5 X?

I test drove the new Citroen C5 X the other week and it was everything I'd hoped it would be. However, I am perplexed on why a car with its prestige aspirations does not have steering wheel reach adjustment,...

Can you recommend a large, comfortable SUV?

Please could you advice me what would be the best large, comfortable SUV to purchase? I would like some economy and spend about £18,000.

Can you recommend an SUV with a comfortable ride?

My wife has spinal nerve damage and finds most cars uncomfortable to ride in and difficult to get in and out. We also have a large dog so large boot space is required. My current car is a (2011) Land...