Buying a Fiat 500 - which engine is best?

I want to buy a Fiat 500 for my wife's 60th birthday. She does short trips, with occasional longer journeys and motorway driving. Which is the best engine? It mustn't be too dull.

What's the best car for a 19 year old driver?

My son will soon be in the market for a car. He will need it to cover long motorway distances (south England to Yorkshire and Cumbria on a regular basis) and it must be comfortable, as he's 6 ft 4. A...

Is there a known problem with the Fiat 500?

BBC 1's Watchdog programme featured a viewer with a 2014 Fiat 500 which was not able to maintain speed in climbing a local hill. The owner had been back to Fiat with the problem and they said there was...

Bought a car for £1000 and the gearbox has died - what are my rights?

I bought a a Fiat Stilo from a dealer about a month ago for a £1000. However, the gearbox has now packed up. Can you please tell me what my rights are ?

Buying a Fiat 500 automatic - which engine should I choose?

I want to buy a Fiat 500, which must be both petrol and automatic. However, I am confused as to which engine I should get. I live in a hilly rural location and drive only about 6000 miles a year. Which...

Buying a used Fiat 500 - is £7995 a fair price?

I am looking to buy a 2009 Fiat 500c with 9000 miles on the clock at a local dealer. The price they are asking is £7995. They're also offering me £1500 for my 2007 Fiat Panda with 20,000 miles on the clock....

Should I keep or trade in my old Golf?

I own a 2001 Volkswagen Golf TDI. It has covered 101,000 miles and has a number of issues that need fixing. Currently, the DMF is vibrating and I have sourced a clutch and DMF for £225 + fitting this would...

How much is my Fiat 500 worth?

I am in Mallorca, Spain and have a 2012 Fiat 500C 1.2 cabrio. It's a lovely car that cost me 12,800 euros 12 months ago. Do you know what the current value would be? Its got 39,000 KMS and is really well...

What's the best cheap 4x4?

Looking to buy a small but capable budget 4x4 for local use in snow and on rough tracks getting timber. Suzuki Jimmy or Daihtsu Terios (or alternatives). What's best?

Need a used car with lots of storage

I need a used car with a larger boot to cope with our four children and dog. We go on regular camping trips and always carry lots of equipment. The new car must be reliable, economical, and feature lots...