Why are nearly new cars so cheap?

There are quite a few 2015 B Max cars available with very low mileage spread across different garages in the country eg: a 1.4 Zetec (my preference) with 151 miles on for £10,980 which is at least £2000...

What's causing my diesel Focus to rattle so much?

I own a Ford Focus from 2008, with the 1.6 diesel engine. A while back I started hearing some strange noises from the engine. These noises are similar to what you hear on a car with a faulty DMF, a rattle...

Should I buy a high mileage diesel?

I have been looking at ex-company cars (Astra, Focus, Megane etc) all diesel, under five years old, full history and just over 100,000 miles. My main concern is clutch problems (particularly with the Focus)...

Can you give me some advice on maintenance?

You recently provided some advice when asked if I should part-ex my 2 1/2 yr old Focus 1.6 tdci Zetec S for a new 1.0 Ecoboost on account of my car's advancing age and my decreased annual mileage (around...

Ford Focus leaking water but deal won't help - what should I do?

We bought our Ford Focus from new 16 months ago. Recently we noticed the footwells and the spare tyre in the bootwell had taken in water. We contacted our dealership whom said this was nothing to do with...

Which is the best used buy - Mondeo or 3 Series?

I have a 2007 Ford Mondeo diesel and I want to replace it with a used car. Should I get another Mondeo - 2010 model - or go for a BMW 3 Series diesel from 2006 or 2007?

Buying a used Ford S-MAX - which engine is best for economy?

I would like to buy a Ford S-MAX petrol. Could you advise which engine is the better buy. I have always thought the 2.3 engine was uneconomical, and not a powerful as the straight 2.0-litre. Which unit...

S-MAX LX upgraded to Titanium - why?

I viewed a Ford S-MAX 08 plate car today listed as LX and with Full Titanium top of the range spec. I checked the VIN number on the ford website to confirm the cars actual spec and it came up at an LX....

Parts delay for insurance repair

having been shunted in rear whilst stationary before Christams , my friend's Ecosport needs replacement hatch door. Other driver admits full responsibility but Ford garage say replacement parts could be...

Best car for a 100 mile commute?

My partner is looking to change her Ford Focus Cabrio, she does around 20-25k miles a year and has a budget of around £10,000, she wants something economical and reliable, so far we have considered another...