Used car with a loud gearbox

I would appreciate your assistance with the following matter: I purchased a Saab 9-5 Estate 2.3 Aero manual (2005 05 - 1 owner and 105k miles with full Saab service history) from a dealer on 22nd April...

A smooth, punchy diesel estate required.

A family member wants to get an automatic diesel with a maximum budget of £5,500. It has to be smooth and have lots of torque. What cars would you suggest looking at?

Replacing a CR-V

We have an older Honda CR-V Executive and want a nearly new soft roader very similar in every respect. But we dislike the front end looks of the new CRV. What would you recommend that fits this criteria:...

Replacing a Mazda2

I am looking at a replacement for my Mazda2 of similar size or a little larger. New or used is fine. I travel 4000 miles per year. Would like a car with cruise control and must be fun to drive, as well...

Buying a family estate

We are looking to buy a family car with a large boot. I cover around 12k miles annually - daily commute of 12 miles each way - more or less all motorway. Are we right to rule out the diesel option? Our...

Should I change the cam belts on my Audi A4?

I recently bought a Audi A4 S line TDI 2L 148bhp, reg in December 2008. It now has 80,000 miles. I'm having it serviced soon but wonder if I need to change any of the belts? Its last service was at 60,000...

Which car for carrying children?

Need new family car with space for a stage two baby seat, easy access for toddler and a big boot for buggy, shopping and European holidays. Can't decide between posh tourer for comfort and economy or...

What next after the Ford Puma?

I have had my beloved Puma for ten years and due to its age, it's starting to get expensive to run. Why did Ford stop making Pumas, and will they ever manufacture them again? I have heard that Puma drivers...

bought and paid for a new car and now find I am second registered keeper - should I ask for refund

I bought a new car from the forecourt of my local reputable dealer. After 3 months I am still chasing for the registration certificate. I have contacted DVLA and they tell me the car is already registered...

Is it cheaper to import?

With the Euro falling faster than a fast thing, I reviewed the 2010 EU Car price list today. It appeared then as if there was still a lot of variance in the pre-tax prices between countries, and a huge...