How can I prove that I haven't 'kerbed' the wheels of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class that I have to return next month?

I bought a Mercedes-Benz E350CDI Coupe in July 2009 and have to hand it back next month (PCH). The AMG alloy wheels have deteriorated to such an extent that the lacquer has broken away and in most parts...

Which luxury sedan should I pick?

I am planning to buy my sixth car, which must be a premium sedan. I have shortlisted the F10 BMW 530d, W212 Mercedes-Benz E350CDI, new Jaguar XF diesel S and Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro. My priorities are...

Fuel economy

I want more mpg from my Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI - is a bolt on chip the way to go? Some manufacturers say they improve mpg by 20% but is it true?

can you recommend a suitable, powerful replacement for my Octavia Estate vRS?

I currently own a 2005 'old shape' Skoda Octavia Estate vRS. It has been a great car with plenty of performance, and is totally reliable and flexible. I fancy a change and will appreciate your advice on...

I recommend Mercedes-Benz owners with power loss problems check their air mass sensors.

In answer to GB's problem with his E-Class Mercedes losing power on acceleration, I suggest he checks the air mass sensor. I had the same symptoms on my 1998 Mercedes-Benz C240, which, on acceleration,...

Mercedes W211 - petrol or diesel?

Please can you help with the following decision. I am looking to buy a Mercedes W211 E-Class V6-engined saloon. I know the post-2006 facelift cars are the best ones, but should I choose petrol or diesel? I...

Car insurance and winter tyres

My Mercedes-Benz E320 is insured by Mercedes-Benz Insurance. Following your advice recently I contacted them to inform them I was fitting winter tyres. They refunded £53 of my premium - an unexpected surprise.

Would you recommend I buy a warranty from Warranty Direct or Warranty Wise?

The 3-year warranty on my Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI Sport Estate is about to expire. Mercedes-Benz gives the option to extend but I have seen Warranty Wise and Warranty Direct. Warranty Direct has quoted...

Did you know that fitting large wheels to your new car, such as my Mercedes-Benz E-Class, can increase road tax?

You replied to DM from Droitwich listing the disadvantages of big wheels Sports version of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. There is another good reason not to buy the C-Class Sport, or indeed any other vehicle...

Where can I have my Mercedes-Benz 280E's air conditioning repaired cheaply?

I have a Mercedes-Benz 280E CDI Estate that is three and a half years old. Whilst in France the air conditioning broke down and I was informed by a French garage that it would cost 1,900 Euros to repair....