Buying nearly new

Which makes the better nearly new buy: skoda octavia 1.4tsi or ford focus 1.5 ecoboost? I'm looking for the best combination of performance, economy and reliability. I've read that the Ford doesn't deliver...

Clutch problem Ford Focus 1 litre Ecoboost

I have had to have the clutch replaced on my Ford Focus. The car is just under two years old and had done 18,988 miles. I have driven for 35 years and never had to replace a clutch. I have reported...

Buying a Ford Fusion - anything we should know?

My friend has just been offered a 2007 Ford Fusion 1.6 automatic with 50,000 miles on the clock for £2800. Are these cars good? Is this a good price? Her last car was a Honda Jazz 1.4 automatic.

Replacement for a Zafira

I’m looking for a replacement for my Vauxhall Zafira 1.8. I like its high driving position, its luggage capacity, its seating versatility and the audio controls on the steering wheel. However, it’s rather...

Buying a fast estate - Octavia vRS or Focus ST?

Which petrol estate is better - a Skoda Octavia vRS or a Ford Focus ST? Also after I buy one of them would it be worth putting a chip to get more PS and torque?

Does the Ford Fiesta have a DMF?

Is the 2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost 125PS manual version fitted with a dual mass flywheel?

Can you recommend a used car for £6000?

I am looking to buy a second hand car for £6000, preferably four or five-door, automatic gearbox, preferably leather seats, something smart but not expensive to run. Could you please recommend a suitable...

Need a fun car for £10k - any suggestions?

My Ford Puma has finally bitten the dust after 12 years reliable service. I now need to buy a replacement, with £10,000 to spend. What do you recommend as a fun car for this money?

What to look for in a used Skoda Yeti?

My father's looking to replace his 2003 Ford Focus. He wants something slightly bigger but can't be much longer due to tight parking at his work. A Skoda Yeti would be absolutely perfect but I understand...

S Max - Petrol or Diesel?

I'm thinking about getting an S Max as a family car but Petrol models appear to be thin on the ground. I'm apprehensive about getting a diesel as most of our journeys are short ones around town. However,...