Buying a used Ford Fiesta - which engine is best?

I'm looking to buy a used Ford Fiesta, probably no older than 4/5 years. Used mainly for town driving and some long motorway journeys every month. Which is the best engine out of the pre-2013 cars?

Ford Mondeo emiting a burning smell

Six months ago, I bought a 2009 Ford Mondeo 2.0 diesel estate from a main dealership. It has been great so far - it had 45,000 and now has 57,000 - was fully serviced on 45k and has had an oil change and...

Was the cambelt change on my 2004 Focus done properly?

I have a Ford Focus MK2 1.6 Petrol (2006) and it was advised by Ford to have the cam belt replaced at eight years or 100K. Well, my car being eight years old at the time of purchase meant I had the belt...

Buying a seven-seater car for short term?

I am looking to buy seven-seat car for short period of six months. After six months am looking to sell this car. I need advice as to which car will have the lowest depreciation for such a period? I won't...

Which car for a 24-year-old female?

I am a 24 year old girl looking for a little run around car, currently have a MINI Cooper S Convertible but it's not getting its use. I am looking at Smart cars, Polos, Golfs and Civics and just wanted...

Which small, £1500 car for a new driver?

My 18 year old granddaughter recently passed her driving test and needs a small reliable car for daily, short distance commuting, maximum price £1,500. What can you recommend?

Winter tyres - which size?

I have a Ford Fiesta with 195/50/R16 tyres. The full size spare is 175/65/R14. This will be a long term ownership, so I am happy if it is necessary to purchase a set of wheels for my winter tyres. If...

Which hot hatch?

I am looking to buy a hot hatch for under £20,000 used that must match four criteria: More than 200bhp, Traction control can be fully disengaged (car will be taken to trackdays), a towbar can be fitted...

Converting a car to have central locking?

The Ford Fiesta Studio model only comes with drivers side central - so you turn the key in the driver's side door and all 5 doors and the boot are open. The same for locking the car. Can anyone tell me...

Buying a Ford B-Max - petrol or diesel?

I am hoping to buy a new Ford B-Max. I will do 11,000 miles a year, maostly of 8-10 mile trips and some motorway journeys. Which engine should I go for?