Does my Volkswagen Passat DSG have a dual mass flywheel?

I have a Volkswagen Passat diesel with DSG gearbox. I believe that you have suggested that there is less likelihood of damage to a DMF with an automatic gearbox. Does this apply also to a DSG? You have...

Do all Volkswagen Passat CCs suffer from corrosion on the alloy wheels?

I have a Volkswagen Passat CC GT that is just over a year old. For some time I have been aware of rusting on all four wheel hubs which, apart from being unsightly, gives me cause for concern over possible...

Why does the warranty provided with a Volkswagen Golf we bought only cover a maximum claim of £300?

My wife recently bought a low mileage used Volkswagen Golf automatic from Partingtons of Woking. We were very impressed with the pre-handover service received, with various items such as broken wing mirror...

Which convertible has a large boot space to accommodate my golf clubs?

Having, regrettably, had to sell my pristine XJS convertible through lack of winter garage space, I would be most grateful to know which "Eurocar" convertible available, at least three years old and no...

Used car for long commute

I am looking to buy a used car for a weekly commute (180 miles each way at the beginning and end of the week). From what I have previously read a diesel still makes the most economical sense due to annual...

Focus or Golf?

I'm due to change my motability car and have narrowed down the choice to the new Focus 2.0 Diesel Titanium Powershift and the Golf Match 1.6 diesel DSG. Currently have the 2008 Focus 2.0 diesel Powershift,...

Groaning dashboard

I've recently noticed what I can only describe as a groaning noise, like a screen wash pump on it's last legs, coming from behind the dash of my Passat every time I turn the engine off. It lasts for about...

Could you recommend a car suitable for commuting 30,000 miles a year?

My son has just taken a post with a company in Newbury and will be travelling from Bournemouth five days a week. It would appear he will cover 30,000 miles per year. He has decided to purchase a new or...

Which company car should I choose?

I am now in the position where I get a company car and have a choice of Skoda Octavia 1.6D DSG, Golf bluemotion 1.6 diesel DSG or Audi A1 1.4TFSI DSG. These are what I have narrowed it down to as I want...

Which single car could I replace my Renault Avantime and Fiat Punto with?

I have a Renault Avantime V6 and a Punto 1.1. I need to switch to just one car. I'm thinking about a Golf but which model? Or do you have an alternative suggestion? A car in between the two extremes would...