Struggling to select certain gears

My gearstick is struggling to get into gear, particularly first and reverse. What would be the likely cause and remedy? How much is likely to cost to sort out?

Would you recommend a Vauxhall Zafira automatic for a childminder?

I'm looking at getting a Zafira as I'm a childminder and we need the extra seats. However I'd quite like an automatic but apparently they only come in 1.9 diesel, 2.2 petrol or 1.8 Easytronic. I don't...

Peugeot 508 Diesel Engine Query

Does the 1.6 e-HDi 112 stop and start engine with electronically controlled manual gearbox (ECG) have a diesel particulate filter? As I do 90% short trips I need to be certain it does not have a filter.

Should I only use OEM parts?

I apparently need new front brake pads and discs and the Peugeot dealership have quoted me rather a lot(!) I was wondering if it is best to cough up and fit genuine Peugeot parts or whether I could get...

Clutching at straws

I have just had the clutch replaced in my Peugeot 206, 1.6 XS, but the problem is that now the new clutch has been fitted it now jumps when trying to move it. The clutch jumps and then the car stalls....

Noisy clutch

Recently when I change gear (any) it makes a kind of clicking (well makes some sort of noise which is hard to explain) noise everytime i change gear. The car seems to be running fine, but I am worried...

Dealer used the wrong fuel

I have bought a used 206SW 1.4 HDi. On the drive home (20 miles) I felt that the engine was misfiring, but power seemed to be reasonable. On getting home wondering what might have caused this I sniffed...

Please recommend a replacement for our Renault Laguna with generous load space and good performance in snowy conditions?

We have a mixed bag of needs for a replacement of our 11-year-old Renault Laguna, which is a bit of a workhorse. We're thinking along the lines of a medium-sized estate, something we can throw skis, boots,...

Eolys leak

My 2007/57 model Peugeot 207HDi has started to leak/dribble small amounts of an oily fluid from a small plastic box situated on the underside just in front of the o/s/r wheel. What is the fluid and...

Secondhand cars for retirement

As my wife and I approach retirement we are looking to move from two cars to one. My ancient Peugeot 406 is on its last legs and my wife has an 02-plate 1.2 Corsa. Our current short list is a Ford C-Max,...