Advice on nippy, small, frugal car?

I'm looking for a new car. I currently drive an 02 Focus 115 TDCi and it's getting about 30 to the gallon as I'm always in traffic to and from college. I'd like something that gets more to the gallon...

Astra/Corsa camshaft problems

Considering buying a 2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.4 or Corsa 1.2, but hear horror stories of camshaft failures due to the loosening of camshaft retaining bolts on both of these twin-port engines. Is this problem...

Wiper motor adjustment issues

My 2008 Corsa 1.3 D Breeze has had the wipers go out of alignment after freezing up - admittedly it was my fault as I thought they were not frozen. Basically, the drivers-side wiper hits the front screen...

Where can I take a 'refresher' driver training course?

I have just purchased a new Corsa to replace my old model, and feel that it is time I had a "refresher" driving course. I passed my test in 1963 and at age 68 expect I have picked up some bad habits (although...

Corsa 1.2 Cam bolts

You have advised changing cam retaining bolts on current Corsa 1.2 petrol models. What should be done if the dealer refutes the necessity? Does this have to be done at each annual service or only the once?

Which small automatic car would make a good replacement for my Vauxhall Vectra?

I drive a Vauxhall Vectra Elite. I have now finished work, as I am a pensioner and would like to downsize a little to a type similar to a Corsa for economical reasons. Please would you advise which cars...

What's wrong with my Vauxhall Corsa SXI's steering?

My 2007 Vauxhall Corsa SXI's steering feels vague. It constantly needs correction when travelling at reasonable speeds. It doesn't feel too bad at lower speeds but is not nice to drive.

Why is there no temperature gauge in our new Vauxhall Corsa?

I recently bought my wife a new Vauxhall Corsa. I was surprised to see that it does not have a temperature gauge. Why does this car manufacturer do this?

How can I get my Vauxhall Corsa's boot open?

My 06-plate Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 SXI's boot will not unlock. All doors will open, but the boot stays in the locked mode. I can hear the solenoid activating but the latch will not release.

My Vauxhall Corsa is suffering intermittent gear selection issues.

I have owned a 2006 Vauxhall Corsa from new and it now has just short of 51,000 miles on the clock. In the last year I have experienced gear selection issues and it seems to be getting worse. It occurs...