Showing results in  Ask HJ [Show all channels]

Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first

• 
  RAV counter 12 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 52 plate 61,000 mile RAV-4 D-4D. The car has been owned by us for the last two years. Earlier this year, at 55,000 miles, we lost the use of...
• 
  Alfa Romeo 159 broken down after 10 days 29 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 10 days ago from a reputable car supermarket. On changing the water pump and cam belt, my local Alfa specialist...
• 
  Buy ex company BMW 320D SE touring, or go for a new company car? 16 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My company car BMW 320D SE touring (2013 Model, with ~ 85,000 miles) is coming up to the end of its lease. I have to choose a new company car, but I...
• 
  Can you suggest a cheap to run used car? 25 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen Xsara Picasso 2.0 HDI is coming to the end of its life after seven years of good service and 220,000 miles. It's always done over 40mpg, even...
• 
  Dual mass flywheel failure on BMW 3 Series 11 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  The dual-mass flywheel has failed on my BMW 3 Series. The car is just three and a half years old and has 29k on the clock. My local dealer tells me it...
• 
  Should I buy a high mileage Evoque? 7 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have long coveted a Range Rover Evoque but have never been able to afford one. I have now seen a 2011 model 2.2 SD4 Pure Tech for sale under £20,000....
• 
  Should I fit a racing chip to my BMW X3? 28 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to tune my 2004 BMW X3 2.0 diesel, which currently has 150PS. The racing chip will increase torque from 330 to 412Nm and raise output to 192PS....
• 
  Should I renew my Volkswagen warranty for my 2009 Golf Estate? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have just received a letter from Volkswagen inviting me to extend the warranty on my 2009/59 Golf Estate 1.9 TDI, now at 46,000 miles. I note under the...
• 
  BMW clutch failure – dealer will pay for parts but not labour 24 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 BMW 320D, purchased from new and only serviced at the same garage. The car has covered 61,000 miles and is one month out of warranty. Recently...
• 
  What car to replace my Accord? 10 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Honda Accord 2.0 V-TEC petrol and I want to buy a new car. I have upto £7k to spend. I would like a diesel for economy as I do a 30 mile return...
• 
  Turbo lag in my Caddy 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We purchased a new VW Caddy Maxi 1.6 TD great vehicle,but we have a safety concern and that is between tick over and 1500rpm (when turbo kicks in) the...
• 
  How often should I change the oil in my ex-rental Audi? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 Audi A4 diesel with approx 26,000 miles on the clock, which I purchased one year ago with 9000 miles showing from an Audi dealer, who advised...
• 
  test driving / puchasing a 2005 ford focus 1.6 tdci 14 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Test drove a 2005 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI Titanium yesterday - every thing seemed okay, the car had four people inside and had the a/c turned on and it still...
• 
  Is the Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI diesel a reliable, trouble-free car? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a nearly new Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI. From all reports this would appear to be a very good car, but I am 70 years old and would prefer...
• 
  Should I buy my old company Mondeo to use as a commuter? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've lost the use of a company car, have never bought a used car before and I was thinking of spending £1000 - £2000 on a car to get me 10 miles each way...
• 
  Buy parts now, or wait til they fail? 24 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased the Mondeo on your recommendation new in 2004. I have been very pleased overall with the car. It's reasonably ecomomical, fast enough,...
• 
  DPFs and DMFs still an issue? 30 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I've read with interest your advice regarding low mileage and the problems with DPFs and also your view of the potential expense of failing dual density...
• 
  My 2007 Volkswagen Golf diesel is at 50,000 miles - should I sell it before it gets expensive? 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2007 Volkswagen Golf 170 diesel with 50,000 miles on the clock, owned from new. The ESP warning lamp has just come on, it is nearly due for a cambelt...
• 
  Can you explain how a diesel particulate filter works? 15 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Can you give us any information on where I can find a proper explanation of the function and potential limitations of a diesel particulate filter?
• 
  Is there a mileage limit on a second-hand car beyond which it's more likely things will go wrong? 2 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Would you say there's a mileage limit on a second-hand car beyond which it's more likely things will go wrong? In the old days, we used to reckon that...