Should we buy a Focus or a Fiesta, and with which engine?

My wife I are now in our 80s and we have a 9-year-old Focus and a 5-year-old Fiesta. I am no longer allowed to drive due to poor eyesight so we propose to sell both cars and buy a new Fiesta as my wife...

Which petrol car to replace my Rover 75?

The time has come for me to part with my 2003 Rover 75 CDTi Tourer, probably the best car I've ever owned, and I'd be very grateful for your opinions on a suitable replacement. Occasionally I need a capacious...

I've got 40,000 miles out of my Mazda 6's factory-fitted Bridgestone Turanza tyres.

I read with interest PH's email regarding getting only 20,000 miles out of the front tyres of his Mondeo. I've just changed the front tyres on my 2008 Mazda 6 Estate and the car has done 40,000 miles on...

Is the Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI diesel a reliable, trouble-free car?

I am considering buying a nearly new Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI. From all reports this would appear to be a very good car, but I am 70 years old and would prefer trouble-free motoring, and I am concerned about...

Does BP Ultimate diesel compare to Shell V-Power?

You confirmed last week that Shell V-Power diesel has advantages over ordinary diesel in terms of particulates and improved performance. I similarly use BP Ultimate diesel in the expectation that it should...

Addison Lee's Galaxys

We are looking for a large MPV - Auto/Diesel - which will only do around 6-7k pa. What do you think of the high mileage Ford Galaxys for sale by Addison Lee Car Sales? You can get 100-125k mile cars for...

Which small family car?

I am looking to buy a used car, primarily for use on the school run. The car will do about 5000 city miles a year. It needs to be very economical on fuel, VED and servicing costs. It goes wthout saying...

Which automatic MPV is most reliable for under £7000?

We are looking for an automatic 7-seater for under £7000. Any type of vehicle will be considered, ideally not larger than a Galaxy, which is reasonably cheap to run and reliable without being too old....

Which large, comfortable car offers easy access?

I currently drive a BMW 330d. While I love the car, I have recently had major heart surgery and find it cramped and low to get out from, so I'm looking for something a little more comfortable. I recently...

Buying a large car for high mileage motorway driving

Can you recommend three second hand cars that would make a good family car. Needs to be a saloon or estate and economical for high motorway mileage (31,000 Miles per year) Currently I have a 2008 1.8tdci...