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I am considering buying a 2015 Ford Transit Connect 1.6 diesel with 57,000 miles on the clock, I have noticed that it has had a new clutch at 47,000 miles, is this something to be concerned about? Is there...
I have a 2020 Ford Transit Connect 1.5 diesel. It is just out of warranty at 106,500 miles and the cam belt has failed. My local mechanic says the cam belt should be changed at 108,000 miles, that’s...
I live in a rural location where the roads are rather rough and can be quite muddy. It is an eight-mile drive to the nearest town. If ever there was a need for a 4x4 it's here. Can you make a suggestion...
I need to buy a newish Euro6 van. Should I buy a diesel or petrol?
I work with a charity sports group. We are looking to buy a nine (or larger) seater minibus. Our budget is £12,000. Will be doing 300-mile round trips a few times per month. What do you suggest?
I am selling my house and thinking of buying a larger camper van to live in while looking for a new place as my current camper is too tiny to do this. I am looking at various models based on a Fiat Ducato...
Are the engines good in a Volkswagen T5 (2004-2008)?
Which do you think I should be looking to buy, a Mercedes-Benz Vito or Volkswagen Transporter? I will be keeping the vehicle for approx 10 years.
I’m going to buy a 2016 Nissan Navara. How much it would cost for me to upgrade it for the London ULEZ?
I have a 2017 Ford Transit camper van that came without aircon. With the recent warm weather, it is a pretty hot and sticky ride. Do you know of any companies[ that can offer an aftermarket fitment?
 

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