What classy mid-sizer should I buy?
Annette wants to class it up with her next car.
Buying Tips
Which large family-hauler should I buy?
Jean-Pierre's Honda Odyssey is under pressure from his growing brood of grandchildren and he needs a roomier replacement.
What family car should I buy?
Melanie needs to trade her Toyota Yaris for a more family-friendly ride
What used fun car should I buy?
Brad wants to ramp up the fun-factor with his next car.
What compact SUV should I buy?
Peter wants an SUV that's easy to park and easygoing on the open-road.
What seven-seat SUV should I buy?
Henry wants a seven-seat SUV for family/weekend duties.
What small wagon should I buy?
Ben needs an urban-friendly car with strong load-carting abilities.
What Car Should I Buy?
Fleur is after a first car for her son with plenty of front-seat space.
Q&A;: Gearbox noise
A reader is looking to buy a used Suzuki Ignis that the current owners says has some gearbox 'noise'.
What rough-road car should I buy?
Elena is after a car that might just be better at the on/off-road game than her Outback.
What SUV for towing should I buy?
Heather is after a used SUV that works in the family wagon and towing-vehicle roles.
What Car Should I Buy?
Pamela wants to buy her family a small car but needs help to pick the best one
What Car Should I Buy?
Mike is after a compact SUV with solid off-road and carting credentials
What people mover should I buy?
Simon needs a people mover that can handle four young children.
What Car Should I Buy?
Mark wants a hot hatch or sedan for weekend thrill-seeking
What compact towing car should I buy?
Mark is after a small car with the load-lugging talents to complement his active lifestyle.
What country cruiser should I buy?
John is in the market for a comfy and luxurious country cruiser.
What tough SUV should I buy?
Matthew needs a city-friendly SUV with a tough streak.
What compact seven-seater should I buy?
David wants to downsize from his Kia Grand Carnival without losing too much people-hauling ability.
What sporty wagon should I buy?
Dave is struggling to pin down a sporty but still practical wagon.
What car should I buy?
Meaghan is putting her old Subaru Impreza out to pasture and needs a replacement.
DIY inspections
We recommend getting a vehicle inspection report carried out on any vehicle that you intend to buy, however there are some checks you can do yourself to narrow the field whilst out looking..
Choosing a car
Choosing your next car from the hundreds of models available can be bewildering, unless you follow our simple guide.
How to test drive
Preparing for a test drive begins before you leave home, so never rush your first encounter with the car that could become your best friend or your worst enemy.
What big work car should I buy?
Noel is after a replacement for his Holden Captiva.
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