Showing results in  Ask HJ [Show all channels]

Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first

• 
  What's the best car for towing a horse trailer? 21 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a 4x4 with good suspension (for off road/bumpy unmade roads), to tow a horse trailer - approx 2300kg weight gross (including two horses)....
• 
  Driving in Europe - should I take an old car? 18 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Two years ago I bought a new Mercedes-Benz S350L, which I cherish. Problem is when I leave it in public car parks etc. I worry about dings and scratches...
• 
  'Running in' a new Santa Fe 1 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am picking up a new Hyundai Santa Fe next week from Nice, France. I had planned to drive back up the Autoroute, via Paris, to the tunnel and back home...
• 
  Should I consider a diesel or a petrol Focus for a 300-400 mile weekly mileage? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I need to change my car, and would like to remain loyal to the Ford Focus. I currently drive between 300 and 400 miles every week, the majority of this...
• 
  Is an LPG conversion worth it? 14 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  What are the general pros and cons of factory fitted LPG systems. For instance, do you get good mpg; does the engine wear faster, is the service schedule...
• 
  Returning a garaged car to the road after a long time - is it worth the effort? 8 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a BMW E30 325i - the car was in mint condition when placed in a garage in France 8 years ago. Occasionally started since. Never given a long run....
• 
  Extra wheels with winter tyres 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We live in South-West France, and the winters can get pretty cold (earlier this year it was -20, although that is exceptional). I would like to get some...
• 
  Downsizing from Xsara Picasso - what would you recommend? 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We currently drive a 2001/Y Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 and we are very pleased with the space and the comfort provided. As we are retiring shortly, we...
• 
  Which small car gives good fuel consumption, low road tax and a high seating position? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace my beloved Toyota RAV4 auto which is 13 years old and has done 105,000 miles with a more economical secondhand car. The requirements...
• 
  Where can I have my Mercedes-Benz 280E's air conditioning repaired cheaply? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mercedes-Benz 280E CDI Estate that is three and a half years old. Whilst in France the air conditioning broke down and I was informed by a French...
• 
  Which vehicle to replace our Fiat Multipla and Saab 9-5? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We currently own a 2003 Fiat Multipla. It's been very good but is getting old now, and last year we bought a 2008 Saab 9-5 estate to replace it but found...
• 
  You guest it 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I read recently of some drivers having difficulty in getting temporary car insurance cover for family members visiting from overseas. As my own insurer...
• 
  Which tyres are the best value for my Toyota Avensis? 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My car is an Toyota Avensis driven moderately, an occasional longer trip to France in the winter for skiing - no more than 10,000 miles a year. I need...
• 
  The big Frees 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have been snowed in with sick animals in France for nearly two weeks and of course my Suzuki Splash wasn't up to it. So I have been chasing Jimnys to...
• 
  Billet liar 28 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I wonder if you can help. Today I received what I think is a parking fine for 70 Euros during holiday in France in July 2008 in a hired vehicle, which...
• 
  Who makes the best steering lock? 10 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  What's the best steering lock on the market? I'm off to Europe and would feel better if I had one to fitted to my new BMW 3 Series.
• 
  Buying a car in Geneva or exporting one from the UK? 17 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter has secured a job in Geneva for at least a year - would she be better buying a left hand drive car here in the UK and driving it over, or...
• 
  Can a car dealer change the part exchange value of my car after the contract has been signed? 12 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Given the long delays for new cars, what is the situation with part-exchange and trade-in values? If I buy a car now and agree on a value with the dealer...
• 
  Could you recommend a ULEZ-compliant car that's good for taking long trips? 11 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are looking for a car that would mainly be used to travel to Europe up to four times a year (France and Czech Republic). Our budget is £6000...
• 
  Will there be gigantic new car discounts post coronavirus lockdown? 8 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Sales of some models in one car manufacturer's range are down 90 per cent. France has today gone into recession. Am I naïve or realistic in thinking that...