Hi,
I am a brand spanking new driver. I got my polo quite expensive for what it is, and the condition.

I've been told by my dad that it's not worth fixing up (engine wise) because I won't get any more than £300 for it.

Now my problem is: I drive at least 24 miles a day to and from work, so I'd like to know if I can fix this diesel sounding hum coming from my engine. It drinks petrol like no bodies bussiness and it's got a whistle to it when I lift the accelerator. It has 5 gears but doesn't like going above 50 otherwise the revs go up to 4k. It has 160,000 + miles on the clock.

I know I need the wheels balanced as it starts to shake at 60mph.

I have no idea about cars, but I'm slowly learning with my new lease of life. If anyone could help, that would be very helpful!

Penny