Noisy engine

I have a Vauxhall Vectra 2.2 petrol 02 plate, I bought the car about two weeks ago and when I bought the car the owner did point out the noise. He said he didnt know what it was. When I start the car...

Should we change the timing belt on our seven-year-old Vauxhall Vectra?

My wife drives a 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 1.9 diesel and has done less than 26,000 miles. Should we have the timing belt changed at the next service? Also, I noticed you saying not to buy four-year-old or...

Which MPV offers good access for a driver with limited mobility?

Because of a back and hip complaint I am looking for a car with a higher seating level, e.g. a crossover or 4x4. The BMW X1 series appeals to me but I am wondering how much higher off the ground it is...

Coolant loss in a 16 month old Astra

My 16 month old (from new) 17k miles Astra J 1.4 Turbo has started consuming coolant. The first time the warning "check coolant" came on I filled the header tank exactly to the max line, but it was all...

Sourcing a spare for a Corsa

Please advise where I might safely obtain a spare wheel for a 61 (November 2011) Vauxhall Corsa Auto 1.4. Have tried phoning Vauxhall direct - who could not help. The car has the space for a spare wheel...

Should I buy a Zafira?

I'm thinking of buying an 08 or 09 Opel/ Vauxhall Zafira. Are there any problems of note with the Opel/ Vauxhall Zafira auto boxes? Which is better - the 120ps or the 150ps with the auto transmission?...

Cam belt changes

Can you please advise the recommended interval for a cam belt (and associated tensioners etc)change on a 2008 Vauxhall Vectra 1.9cdti 150? The advice and suggested periods seem to change constantly.

Why do all new model launches feature left-hand drive cars?

Is there a subliminal EU conspiracy to make us all drive on the right hand side of the road? Motor manufacturers' adverts on UK television now all show left-hand drive cars, usually with an English voice...

Why is our Vauxhall Insignia much lower in road tax than our Nissan Micra?

My son has just purchased a new Vauxhall Insignia diesel. I understand that there is no road tax to pay for the first year and that it's then £100 per year afterwards. Can you please explain why my wife's...

Baby friendly car for £10k

We have our first child on the way and need a new car as a result. £10k is the budget, mileage per year will be 6,000, so considering a manual petrol car. Currently considering a Honda Jazz, Ford Fiesta...