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Most recently answered Volkswagen Up 2012 - 2023 questions

Why does my daughter’s VW Up’s handbrake sometimes stick on? It’s been to the garage multiple times and had most parts replaced. The garage is unable to remedy. It can be released by revving the engine,...

Are all-season tyres a good choice for ride comfort?

I’ve a 2018 VW Up and it will need new tyres later this year or early next. I’m tempted by Michelin Crossclimates but only the earlier ‘+’ version is available in my size (185/55/R15) rather than the later...

What's the best first car for a 17 year old?

My grandson's family are considering purchasing a car for a 17 year old, the budget is £6000 to £8000. Which car would you recommend and suggest they look at for his first car?

Volkswagen Golf or Up - which should we sell?

We currently own a 2017 Volkswagen Golf SV (14,000 miles) with all the bells and whistles, including park assist, and a 2016 VW Up. We need to make savings, which car should we sell?

When do brake pads need replacing?

My car is a 65 plate Volkswagen Up! It has 25,000 miles on the clock. My local garage says it will need new brake pads in six months, is this correct?

What is the best way to sell our low mileage car?

We own a 2018 Toyota Auris Estate and we also have a 5 door 2017 Volkswagen Up!, bought by us as a new, but pre-registered, car, in May 2017 from a main dealer. It has done only 7,500 miles, having been...

Can you recommend a first car?

I am wondering what first cars are good for a student, which are enjoyable to drive, look reasonably stylish and wouldn't cause my insurance to be above £1,200 per year.