Mazda diesel or petrol

I have done 90,000 trouble free miles over four years in a Mazda 6 163 hp diesel. I love the way it drives, especially the way the engine responds. I am now retiring and am looking to buy a new Mazda 3...

Buying a replacement for a BMW 520D Touring?

I am about to replace my 2007 BMW 520D Touring. I now average about 6000 miles per year and believe that a move to petrol seems to be the economic choice. I do not wish to sacrifice the comfort and toys...

Mazda MX-5 rattle/vibration

I have just taken delivery of a new Mazda MX-5 25th Anniversary Edition. However, I’ve noticed the car makes a harsh rattle/vibration between about 15000rpm – 2000rpm. I took it back to the dealer and...

Can you recommend a family friendly 4x4?

My wife and I are about to buy a new/nearly new car. We have two young children of school age and we live out in the country, so four-wheel drive is essential as my wife will spend a great deal of time...

Need a used motorway muncher - what do you suggest?

My 2006 Jaguar XJ diesel is starting to give me problems. The car has covered 109,000 miles and rather than paying for repairs I would rather change the vehicle for something else. I'm looking for something...

What's the best car for the mobility impaired?

We currently run BMW Tourer but my husband (non driver, 6 ft) is strugginlg with poor mobility and uses a walking frame and wheelchair. We need to change to a vehicle which has easier access for him-...

Engine warning light on Mazda 3

Seven months ago I bought a 2010 Mazda 3 diesel. It has 71,000 miles on the clock and is out of warranty. Yesterday, whilst driving down the motorway, I felt the speed dropping gradually so I pressed on...

Mazda 3 wheel size - what would you recommend?

According to the Mazda configuration you can opt to have 16-inch wheels for the Sport model although 18s are the default size. Would you recommend keeping with the 18-inch wheels or opt for the smaller...

Can you recommend a new car that will last 12 years?

I have found buying a new car and keeping it for 12 years works for me. Can you suggest something I should buy for £25,000? I car should have reasonable performance to overtake, with comfortable seats,...

Can you recommend a good front-wheel drive car?

I want to swap my Mk1 SEAT Leon 130 diesel for something more comfortable with a bit of go and I am considering a Saab 9-3 2.0 petrol. The question is should I buy a car whose manufacturer has gone out...