Buying a second-hand LHD car in France

I have a 2005 VW Passat TDi Sportline estate, which until now has been relatively trouble-free, but it is currently in the garage with an oil pressure problem following a warning light this evening. Friends...

Buying a used estate - which model is best?

I want a large used estate car (three years old), with a comfortable cabin and automatic gearbox. I only do 10,000 miles a year, but want a petrol as I'm worried about DPFs. Should I get a petrol V70 or...

Which estate is best for £22k?

After 220,000 miles, I've decided to get rid of my Mk3 Ford Mondeo TDCi estate. What offers similar handling and comfort? I need a car that will last 10 years and suit up to 20,000 miles a year. I have...

What's the best medium-sized estate/SUV for £25k?

We will shortly be replacing our seven year old Honda Jazz after 100,000 miles. Although much of our mileage is for trips under 15 miles on the European mainland, we drive to and from the UK at least once...

What's the best used estate for £5k?

We've got £2000-£5000 to spend on a used estate with a reasonable sized boot. We're not bothered about brand as long as it is reliable and has decent amounts of equipment. Ideally, we want an automatic...

Can you recommend a large and economical estate?

I want to buy a sensible, spacious economical estate car, which will be predominantly driven in town. I am thinking on a new Auris Touring Sports with the 1.6 petrol engine. Is this a good choice?

Audi A6 Avant - should I go for manual or automatic?

I am thinking of changing my manual 2013 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 diesel manual (12,000 miles on the clock) for the newer Ultra with the Multitronic auto box. I will be towing a 1300kg caravan. Is auto model...

Mk3 Mondeo buying advice needed

I'm looking at Ford Mondeo Estate 2.0 diesel circa 02-06. Which model would you recommend? And what mileage? (I was thinking 70-90,000) I want to pay £2500. Do they have DPF? Chain belt?

Need a new car with a large flat load bay

We need to replace our 12 year old Citroen C5 2.2 HDI Exclusive that has the luxury of a top end car, a super smooth drive and the space of a decent sized van. The new car needs to take a two metre long...

Should I keep or ditch my Skoda Superb Estate?

I currently drive a Skoda Superb Estate.The lease runs out in April and I am looking to replace it. I need the large estate for my business and fancied the Jaguar XF Sportbrake but note that there is some...