I need an auto without a dual mass flywheel

I am looking to purchase a nearly new automatic family car to last several years but would like to avoid anything with a DMF. What automatics are fitted with a DMF?

Best new car to last a long time

Hi. I know nothing of cars but I want to buy a good used diesel automatic to last for many years. I don't care about buying the latest greatest model every year or two and I just want the best chance of...

Buying my first UK car

I am looking to buy my first car in the UK (Northern Ireland), I would prefer to buy second hand and can spend around £5000. I work as a vet so will be driving long distances and need to carry a reasonable...

What to expect from a Grand Vitara XL7

I bought an XL7 5 Door new in Oct 2005 (old model). Now at 70k miles I'm delighted with it in all respects - only fault is the CD player has a jammed disc, and 4x alloys pitted. Both issues replaced by...

Should I buy an Infiniti G37?

Visited an Infiniti agent to consider a G37. Because they are rare/can't be "pigeonholed" like Merc E, XF etc equivalents, they appeal. Price new circa £42k. A used 6 month old G37 Premium S, with under...

Suspension options

I am thinking of buying a new E-Class Exec SE. There is an option (nil cost) of 'comfort' suspension. I am seeking a smooth comfortable ride. What is the difference between that and the standard suspension...

What engine capacity?

I am looking to buy a 58 Qashqai. I do about 15,000 miles per year. I go to Bristol - a round trip of approx 220 miles - usually weekly. Is the 1.5 diesel OK for this or should I look at the 2.0 diesel?

Downsizing from a Golf

We have decided that it is time to change our Golf 1.9 TDI - a great car. We have a budget of around £10K; we do about 15K miles a year, very little of which is urban. Other than another Golf, we thought...

Small/ medium automatic for wheelchair user

I am disabled and have to use a wheelchair. I need an automatic with enough space to carry a folding wheelchair and still be able to use the rear seats. I will have to buy used (4-6 years old) but want...

Buying a new small car – what would you recommend?

My mother is looking to replace her BMW 320D Touring with a smaller car, maybe something in the Polo/Golf size and now she does fewer miles, maybe petrol. She would have in the region of £14k to spend...