Does the Volkswagen Passat diesel have any known issues?

My son needs a new car and is considering buying one with high mileage. He’s seen a diesel Volkswagen Passat on a 2004 plate with 145,000 miles on the clock. Can you tell me if this model has any known...

Buying a Ford S-Max - which engine is best?

I want to buy a used Ford S-Max, but am confused by the choice of engines. Which diesel engine would you recommend?

Buying a motorhome - will low mileage damage it?

I plan to buy a diesel powered motorhome for use mainly between April and September. What advice do you have regarding lack of use during the winter period when I would prefer to kept it off road and...

Can I use a diesel car for short trips?

I have the chance to buy a 2010 Audi A3 2.0 TDI with 5000 on the clock. The owner has emigrated and the car has not been driven regularly for some time. I travel 6000 miles a year - would you foresee...

Can you recommend a replacement for my Vauxhall Vectra?

I have an ageing Vauxhall Vectra 2.6 V6 estate. The car is 13 years old, with 186,000 miles on the clock and I need to replace it. I need a good motorway cruiser, good comfort, automatic, and with cruise...

Volkswagen Transporter – which engine is best?

I’m in the process of replacing my Ford Transit and really like the Volkswagen Transporter. Can you tell me which engine is best?

Vauxhall Movano – which powertrain is best?

I’m thinking of buying a Vauxhall Movano, but can’t work out if I need front-wheel or rear-wheel drive? Also, which engine is best?

Audi diesel fuel contamination - what should I do?

My Audi A3 1.6 TDI has been off the road for two weeks, pending an investigation into a breakdown where injector failure was cited as the reason. The dealer has drained the tank and says visual inspection...

Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio or Eos - which is the most reliable?

I am an elderly driver looking for a new car and am considering either a Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio or Eos. I have £11,000 to spend, but not much else if things go wrong. Which would you say is the most...

Is there a good engine match for the Volkswagen MkVI Golf in the MkVII range?

I have a 2009 Mk VI Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI SE 110. It has over 70,000 miles on the clock and as I do a fairly high annual mileage I want to replace what has been an ideal car. I am looking at new or nearly...