Will smaller wheels improve the ride in my Lexus IS?

My Lexus IS was a pre-registered model, for a good discount, so I had no choice of wheel size. The 18-inch wheels as fitted produce a very hard and jiggly ride. There are websites offering new alloys for...

Lexus IS 300 - 16 in or 17 inch wheels?

I'm thinking of buying a nearly new Lexus IS 300 and have the choice of models with 16 or 17-inch wheels. Do you have an opinion of whether one is better than the other?

Buying a Lexus - which model is best?

I have an extremely reliable 1997 Mercedes-Benz C180 estate that has done 410,000 mile. I am now thinking of changing it for a Lexus. My son has a IS250 with the high quality sound system and sensible...

Which E-Class offers the best ride comfort?

I'm hoping to buy a 2 or 3 year old Mercedes-Benz E-Class convertible for low mileage, fair weather driving. I like the write ups for the 350 diesel engine but the sport suspension sounds hard and I want...

Best automatic petrol - Lexus or Toyota?

I have £10,000 to spend and am looking at either the Lexus IS250 auto or the Toyota Avensis V Matic. Both cars will be used and I will cover 6000 miles a year. Can you tell me which is the better auto...

Buying a fun car - what's best?

I am currently deciding on what to purchase for my next new car. Ideally I want something exciting which will also prove reliable for the next five years. I'm currently looking at: Volkswagen Scirocco...

Which executive car for low running costs?

I am replacing my BMW 325d and am looking at: Merc E350 Diesel Coupe (approved used up to two years) Current BMW 330d (approved used up to 1 year) New IS250 Lexus (new order) New Golf GTi (manual not...

Buying a car for comfort - what would you recommend?

I have a five year old, 56,000 mile Lexus IS 250-SE and am looking to change. My key priority is comfort. I have my current vehicle to trade plus £30,000. Should I buy a new one or do I just run my current...

Is a diesel Land Rover Evoque inappropriate for short urban journeys?

We are considering buying a new Evoque, but virtually all are diesels and we are concerned about the particulate filters. We do many short local journeys in built up areas, and only occasionally and mainly...

Replacing a Jaguar XF with a Lexus IS?

I am thinking of replacing my 4 yr old Jaguar XF 2.7D premium luxury. Whilst I love the car, since retiring my annual mileage has fallen to about 6000 miles and I am worried about potential DPF problems...