Buying a used car - Lexus or Peugeot?

We have a 'next-car' conundrum that we can’t stop agonising over and we really need some independent impartial advice. We would like a raised-height crossover/4x4 type vehicle (four-wheel drive is not...

When will there be a new turbo petrol engine in the Peugeot 2008?

I read sometime ago that Peugeot were developing a new small turbo petrol engine and that it would be fitted to the 2008. Are you able to find out from your contacts whether this is true, please and, if...

Peugeot 207 CC making a rattling noise

My wife’s Peugeot 207 CC has started making a terrible rattle from the rear when the roof is up. We took it to the local dealership for inspection and they put some sound proofing in, but the fault persists....

Buying a used saloon - Honda Accord or Peugeot 508?

I am looking to spend £10,000 on a comfortable reliable saloon. I don't fancy the rear-wheel drive of a BMW and am considering a 2009 Honda Accord (petrol or diesel) or a 2012 Peugeot 508 diesel. I drive...

Tiptronic kickdown problem

I am having some problems with the automatic gearbox on my Peugeot 2008. When overtaking the kickdown works ok, but the tiptronic gearbox does not change up again and I have to change up manually. The...

Can you recommend a child friendly car?

I want to replace my Ford Focus diesel. We do about 10,000 miles annually and the car needs to be about the same size to fit in our garage. Comfort and ease of access are important and the car will also...

Advice/suggestions on reliable economical cars?

Retirement, along with other changes to my family and lifestyle, mean that I no longer need the carrying capacity - and neither do I cover the mileage - to justify my Vauxhall Zafira diesel. Time to downsize! I'm...

Are there any cars with space for three child seats in the back?

A relative of mine looks after her two very young grandchildren, but very soon to become three grandchildren. She currently has a Mercedes-Benz B-Class which is not wide enough on the rear seat to accommodate...

Fuel consumption high and irratic idle on a 407

I have a 407 SE 2.0 2004 model, petrol, low milage (56,500). Great car for what I paid. I have had a problem with the fuel consumption since I purchased the car about 2 years ago. Fuel consumption seems...

Which cheap small car?

I am looking to buy a new car with the following requirements: economical on fuel (running round Cornwall), reliable, small, and under £10k. What is best?