Used buyer's guide: Chrysler Voyager pictures

Some owners have found the paintwork on their cars is none too durable, with the sills and leading edge of the bonnet the most likely to chip.

The quality of some interior plastics isn’t great, so look for scratches and marks in the fittings, along with pieces that have broken off altogether.

Make sure that all the electrical items work properly, such as central locking, windows, seats, doors and lights; all can be unreliable.

The Grand Voyager is big and heavy, so the brakes have to work hard. They can wear quickly – make sure the discs and pads aren’t tired.

The dash does the job, but some materials feel cheap. Still, the Grand Voyager scores on space and versatility, with lots of room. The middle and rearmost rows of seats fold flat into the floor on all models, and look out for cars with