Suitable Car for OAP

I am 78 years old and intend to buy a new car that will still be manageable for my age in five years time. I want an automatic, with heated front seats, reliability and good comfort. I have looked at: The...

2004 Mazda 3 - keep or sell?

My 2004 Mazda 3 1.6 HDI with 121,000 miles has been great apart from the nightmare engine. A new crankshaft sensor, new turbo and associated parts and recently the turbo boost solenoid have all been fitted....

Which car has a low tailgate for easy loading of a wheelchair?

Unfortunately my wife now needs a wheelchair. We are both pensioners, although I work part-time as a community nurse driving 8000 miles a year. What is suitable car or estate with a low tailgate for wheelchair...

Should I pick the Honda Civic 2.2 iCDTI or the 1.8 iVTEC?

I've been reading up about the Civic 2.2iCTDI on your website. It looks good, but the 1.8 iVTEC also looks good. I'm just wondering which one's going to end up costing the most to run with circa 20,000...

Can you recommend a no-nonsense car with lots of space for luggage and passengers?

Having now retired I shall be looking for a secondhand car that will carry four people and luggage occasionally but is not in the big car league. I require low tax and insurance if possible and a minimum...

Buying a new car - Volkswagen or Skoda?

I need to replace 16-year-old, seven-seater Volvo estate. I want to buy something that will be comfortable on the motorway, but provide good fuel economy. I’ll be driving up to 15,000 miles a year and...

Where can I get a towbar for my Honda Civic?

I live in the Isle of Man. Please recommend from where in UK I should buy a tow bar for my Honda Civic 2.2i-DTEC ES. I have a very good mechanic ready to fit it.

Can you recommend an automatic alternative to the Honda Civic?

I have been driving Honda Civics for about the last 15 years or so and have loved them. My current Civic is well overdue for a change. But what has Honda done to the rear window? I positively hate it and...

Which Honda Civic engine is best - 1.6 or 2.2?

I am thinking of buying a new shape Honda Civic, question is do I go for 1.6 or 2.2? My local Honda dealer let slip that with the arrival of the new 1.6 I-DTEC "earth-dreams" engine Honda will in time...

Can you recommend a reliable and efficient second hand diesel hatchback?

I need a comfortable, reliable and efficient diesel hatchback for a weekly commute from Leeds to Birmingham. I have around £8000 to spend for a second hand model. Any suggestions?