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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? -
Will a Skoda Yeti tow a 1000kg caravan? 24 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am nearing retirement and will be giving up my diesel all-wheel drive Ford Kuga. I cover around 5000 miles per year and need a smallish petrol 4x4 to... -
High Mileage Audi 2.0 TDI 30 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
Hi there, I'm looking at buying a new car and have seen a 59 Plate Audi A4 2.0 TDI S Line. It's a beautiful car with immaculate body work and besides a... -
Buying Used 2010 Ford Focus 1.6 - Petrol or Diesel? 3 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
After 20 years, I am finally downshifting from a company car, currently Honda Accord diesel. A used late 2010 or early 2011 1.6 Ford Focus would seem to... -
Is the Jaguar X-Type a good replacement for my Ford Mondeo? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm swapping my ten-year-old Ford Mondeo TDCI estate with 140,000 miles, which I've owned from new. It has been virtually faultless with no clutch or DMF...
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