Can you recommend a used car that's cheap to run?

I want to buy a used small car (up to three years old) that is cheap to run and has high seats. I will cover about 5000 miles a year. What do you recommend?

Vauxhall Ampera - are there any owners' reviews?

Is it possible to hear from actual owners of the Vauxhall Ampera? I have read the road tests etc. but I would like to be reassured before committing to purchase.

Vauxhall Zafira alarm going off - what's the cause?

I have recently had a problem with the alarm going off on my Vauxhall Zafira. I took the car to my local dealer and they diagnosed it as the courtesy light switch on the tailgate which they replaced. But...

Vauxhall Astra blowing blue smoke - is there a fault?

My Vauxhall Astra has started emitting blue smoke on start up. It has also started using around 1 litre of oil a week, can you tell me if there’s a problem?

Corsa brake test results - should I be concerned?

I'm currently unhappy with a used car purchased from a main dealer and am in a dispute with them on several issues, particularly the brake pads. An RAC Inspection advises they are over 70% worn and the...

My Vauxhall Vectra has poor acceleration

I have been out to start my car. It started fine, but when I went to rev the car there was nothing coming from the accelerator. I tried it a few times and now it's working again. Just wondering if anyone...

Which used car for an elderly couple?

We need to replace an elderly Nissan Primera with a used car, ideally no more than £10,000. We are also elderly, so something higher than, and certainly no longer than a Primera. We do a low mileage,...

Would I get any benefit from switiching to Shell V-Power or similar?

I usually fill up with branded diesel rather than supermarket diesel but would I get any benefit from switiching to Shell V-Power or similar? My car has done 65,000 miles. Would there be any risks involved,...

Bumpy ride in Vauxhall Agila - should I change the wheels?

I've been driving a Vauxhall Aglia B for five years and it's everything I need. However, our poor roads makes the ride very harsh in London/Surrey. The car is on 185/60/15 wheels and it time to buy some...

Best small car for fuel economy?

I drive a lot for work, often on motorways, clocking up 20,000 miles a year. I currently drive a petrol Honda Jazz, but want something similar with improved fuel efficiency. What do you suggest with a...