Downsizing to one car - what should I buy?

We want to downsize to one car. Our priorities are safety, efficiency, good all round vision, ample boot space, ease of entry and parking. Can you suggest something. How about the Skoda Fabia?,

Do factory-fitted sat navs increase resale value?

I am thinking of buying a new car and want a few extras. A factory-fitted sat nav, built into the dashboard, costs about £1000. However, a TomTom to stick to the windscreen costs about £150. Will a factory-fitted...

Are automatics suitable for towing a caravan?

I am about to replace my Volkswagen Passat with a newer model and am considering an automatic. I tow a small caravan for 3/4 weeks a year and am wondering if an automatic will be suitable or would a manual...

Dealer has delayed the delivery of my new car - am I entitled compensation?

I ordered a new car a few months ago, but didn't arrive on the agreed delivery date. The dealer has told me there is a 'delay' and has no more information. What are my rights? Do terms and conditions override...

Buying an Audi A3 - which engine?

I'm a private buyer and am thinking about buying a new Audi. I have been recommended a petrol Audi A3, as my annual mileage doesn't warrant paying extra for diesel. Question is which petrol engine? Is...

Small car needed with low entry boot - what do you suggest?

I currently drive a 2003 Citroen Berlingo that is coming to the end of its life, but I am struggling to find something to replace it. I need a smallish car with a low entry large boot that can fit dogs...

Buying a new mid-range car - what do you recommend

It's time to change my five yearvold BMW 116d Sport and I can't afford a new one. I'm looking at a Seat Leon or Kia Cee'd. Budget is up to £18,000, including part exchange on BMW. Which would you recommend...

'Running in' a new Santa Fe

I am picking up a new Hyundai Santa Fe next week from Nice, France. I had planned to drive back up the Autoroute, via Paris, to the tunnel and back home to Dorset. Looking at your previous advice on...

Should I sell my Clio and buy a Polo?

I have had from new a 2012 Renault Clio 1.6 Automatic Tom Tom but I do not find the gears run smoothly and would like to change it for a Volkswagen Polo or something with the best type of automatic gearbox,...

Which city car should I buy?

I bought a Chevrolet Spark from a main dealer (4 miles on clock and £3800 off list + great p/x on my car) a year ago and car has been no problem at all.I have now done 16,000 miles and will probably p/x...