Faults alarm

I purchased a used Ford Ka 2009 from a Vauxhall dealer, less than 2 months ago. I am a relatively inexperienced/new driver so perhaps I am not as aware of how a car should feel. My mum drove the car for...

Can you advise me of a small car with easy access and a smooth ride?

In my seventies and awaiting a hip transplant plus enduring arthritis in spine and knees, I seek a replacement for my Ford Ka. I dislike the new style Ka and have found the old model hard to access, as...

Fiddly fuel filler

I recently bought a Ford Ka "Studio" and have serious problems when trying to refuel the car, due to the design of the lockable filler cap. The problem is that the filler cap spins continuously and...

You're hot then you're cold...

My in car fan heater is overheating and blowing hot air all the time, i.e. not cool when in the blue zone. What part is needed to fix this?

Why are modern cars so complex and costly to run?

I am becoming increasingly alarmed at upgrading our cars to more recent models. My wife and I operate three petrol cars: a 1996 Ford Mondeo V6, a 2008 (original shape) Ford Ka and a 1971 MG Midget 1275cc....

Accident repairs to my Ford Ka are not of good quality. Can I persuade the insurer to replace the car instead?

My three-week-old Ford Ka (with 350 miles only) was hit from behind at around 30mph causing rear and side panel damage. Although the repair estimate was over £4000, my insurer (also the insurer for the...

Will the remaining warranty on my Ford Ka be honoured despite a lack of service history?

I recently bought a Ford Ka, registered in March 2008, from a well known Ford dealership. I was told during the sale that there was the remainder of the Ford extended warranty still remaining on the vehicle...

Is the Fiat 500 really worth £2000 more than the Ford Ka?

I am looking to replace my Vauxhall Astra with either a Fiat 500 1.2 Lounge or a Ford Ka 1.2 Zetec. The Ka is on offer in August for £8924 otr as opposed to £10,865 for the Fiat. Is almost £2000 too much...

Which small car is capable of long motorway drives when necessary?

I have a Rover 75 and I'm thinking of getting something smaller and more economical. I'm now retired, living in Dorset and I use the car infrequently for a bit of shopping, but half a dozen times a year...

Comforting thoughts?

I have had a Citroen C1 for the last year, but am now looking for a slight upgrade that will provide a more comfortable ride without burning a hole in my pocket. I have been looking at the new Ka and Clio....