Buying a new SUV

I've had a VW Sharan for 10 years and it's regularly starting to breakdown, so it's time for a new one. The kids are getting older so there is no need for an MPV anymore, but we prefer to sit up high,...

Downsizing

Due to poor fuel economy and rising fuel costs I'm changing my Suzuki Grand Vitara diesel (06 plate). My budget is around £11-£12K for used car. I drive a short urban route to work (20 mile round trip/day);...

Good time to buy?

Is it a good time to buy a 09 reg Kia Picanto, what with the new model Picanto coming out soon? Does the price of the old model drop a lot when the new model comes out?

Which Car

I need to buy a car for my wife, who will be using it for mainly short trips with our two young children. I am ruling out diesels due to the DPF issues with short trips, and it'd be a false economy when...

A high seating position

I have driven Audi 80s and A4s since 1993, but my wife and I are now finding our car uncomfortable and difficult to get in and out of. I am about to retire and want to change the car. I want a high seating/ingress...

Buying a second hand small car – what would you recommend?

Our old car, sadly, needs replacing, as its bodywork is showing its age. It is a 15-year-old Rover Kensington SE, 4 doors (or 5 if you count the boot), petrol engine, manual gear box. We purchased it...

Need an economical estate

I think I would like to buy a new company car before the end of the tax year. I need something economical and it should be able to carry two cellos. Should I trade in my 02-plate Volvo V70 (current...

KIA Cee'd tyre problem

I have a 2009 KIA Cee'd 2.0litre diesel with 17” alloy wheels. It has done a little less than 17,000 miles from new. I have a couple of problems that I would like your opinion on. The car was fitted...

New estate car

Which new estate would you recommend for a young mother with two children? Budget up to £14k.

Buying new small car with space for a disabled buggy

I am looking for a small car with a boot wide enough for a 117cm long disabled umbrella buggy. It must also be large enough for extra luggage. The back seat must be easy to get in an out of, too.