Buying a second car - what's best for £12k?

I’m looking for a second car, which is fun to drive and has a pleasant ride . Something with a bit of class would be nice as I’ll cover 3000 miles, mostly around town budget. What do you recommend I buy...

Flood damaged Ford Focus - what should I do?

I drove into a flooded road last week and my 2004 Ford Focus has cut out. The water went into the intake under the front passenger’s seat and now the car refuses to start. Can you help?

Ford Focus - should I repair it again?

The timing belt has snapped on my 2009 Ford Focus. The car has covered 156,000 miles and I have had the car repaired, with new valves, pistons, clutch and flywheel. It came back from a local independent...

Ford Focus wing damage - should I replace or repair?

The rear right wing on my 2004 Ford Focus has been badly scratched. The mark is one meter lone and quite deep. Should I get it repairs or replace the whole wing?

Buying new mondeo - which engine is best?

Is the Ford 1.6 Ecoboost engine sufficient for powering the Mondeo and would you recommend the optional 16-inch wheels?

Eight year old Fiesta - should I keep or sell?

My son will be working abroad for six months. He has an 2006 Ford Fiesta 1.4 Zetec with 80,000 miles and full service history. Is it worth tax and insuring it while he is away or should he sell it?

My Ford Mondeo Bonnet release has broken - how do I open it now?

My 2009 Mondeo Bonnet release cable has broken. How do I open the bonnet for repair?

What car for my Dad?

My 83 year old Dad has finally come to the conclusion he needs to trade in his very low to the ground Mercedes and get a car that is easier to get in and out of. He is disabled and walks with a stick...

Downsizing from a Volvo C70 - what should I get?

I have £1200 and a Volvo C70 1999 Coupe which I would like to swap for either a hatchback or smaller coupe. What's the best I could get?

Need a small and reliable car for £700 - what do you recommend?

We are looking for a reliable cheap car for a 17 year old. It must have a small engine, four doors and cost no more than £700. What would you recommend?