How hard does the turbo work under normal driving conditions?

You quite rightly advocate running a turbocharged engine at idle for a minute or so after a vigorous run in order for the turbo to 'cool off', and my last car (Toyota Yaris Diesel - bought on your recommendation...

Used car gearbox problem

I've just bought a 36,000 mile 2008 Yaris with a new clutch fitted. I have to be almost stopped before I can engage 1st and, when cold, 2nd is difficult and crunches. Is there a known problem with the...

Best used compact car

Can you advise the best used car for me to look for? I do a Monday-Friday 20 mile round trip commute to work and nursery, and need a small, economical and reliable car to get me there. It needs sufficient...

What new small diesel car?

I currently drive a 52 plate Mini Cooper and am looking for advice on what to get next. I have recently started a new job so am doing a 40 mile each way commute now. I have owned the MINI for 2 years...

What used small car?

My fiance is looking to buy a smallish used car for a maximum of £4K. It must be able to accommodate a push chair as she is currently expecting. She insists on power steering. What would you recommend?

What car for £4200?

Hi, I am looking to buy a diesel hatchback/saloon and my budget is around 4200. I will be doing around 10000 miles a year. I had a Polo 2005 before so looking for a small upgrade do not want a car with...

Electrical problem with my Toyota Yaris - what could be causing it?

Every so often the red warning light comes on and the car is stuck in 'N' so I can't move. The engine won't turn on. This usually happens when I'm waiting at a junction or traffic lights & want to...

Small car recommendation please

I want to buy a second-hand car for 25 mile commute (busy roads) & longish runs. £4500 budget or thereabouts. High reliability is a must; high fuel economy ideal. Nothing else matters. What would you recommend? Thanks

Buying a Toyota Yaris - trade-in advice please?

We are interested in a Toyota Yaris 1.3VVTi TR five-door, registered 19 November 2010. It has 13,320 miles on the clock. It is priced at £8695, what sort of price should we aim to pay, as it seems a bit...

I want to buy a used diesel

I need to buy a used diesel car for small family. My budget is £5000. I do not want a problematic car with huge repair bills.