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What estate should I buy to replace my Citroen C5 Tourer?

I am looking to replace my 2009 Citroen C5 VTR+ Tourer 140 HDI with one that is 2 or 3 years old. I travel 8000 miles a year, 30% in town and the balance on motorways. I recently started using Millers...

I would like to ask for advice regarding the replacement of my Xsara Picasso with something similar in size and style. It should be an automatic car, preferably newer than 2010. The obvious choices would...

Why is my Ford Fiesta losing coolant?

My 2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2 is losing coolant. There has been no overheating, fan kicks in and goes off as normal. Also no mix in oil and no water pump no noise. What is the problem?

What's the best small car with an automatic gearbox?

My wife broke her shoulder last January and hasn't driven since. She now needs a Fiesta size car with an automatic gearbox. Can you help?

Should I use premium unleaded fuel in my Ford Focus?

Should I use premium unleaded fuel in my Ford Focus 1.0-litre 125, as Ford recommend a minimum 95RON?

I believe a have been mis-sold a car - do I have any rights?

Three weeks ago I purchased a used Ford C-MAX from a local dealer. The part exchange vehicle was a 1.6-litre Ford Focus with a 125PS petrol engine and I indicated to the salesman that I was only interested...

Is it worth getting a Superchips Bluefin remap of my Ford Focus 1.5?

I'm looking at getting a Superchips Bluefin remap for my new 2016 Ford Focus 1.5 EcoBoost, 147PS with 2600 miles on the clock. The remap boasts a 47PS and 63Nm torque increase, although I'm well aware...

What is the radio code for my Ford Focus?

I had to replace my Ford Focus Zetec climate battery and of course disconnecting this has reset the radio time and date settings and I have no code to enter. I have looked everywhere in case the previous...

Should I buy a car with proper roof bars?

My Peugeot 307 SW is getting to the end of its life and I'm finding roof bars seem to be out of fashion on modern estates. I'd like a Honda Civic Estate or a Ford Focus Estate but can I trust those clippy...

When is the best time to buy the new Ford Fiesta?

I am planning to buy a new or nearly new Ford Fiesta, probably a 1.0 Ecoboost. There are a few things I don't like about the current model, and wonder if I should wait for the new model to be released....