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Is it worth spending more to get a manufacturer approved-used car? 12 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
My Hyundai i20 was written off recently. My insurer has offered me £3695 to find a replacement. I found one on the AA used car website from for that price,... -
If I add a wheelchair hoist onto my boot, do I need to tell my insurer? 6 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking about having a small light weight wheelchair hoist fitted in the boot of my car. Do I inform my insurance company? I'm led to believe that... -
I use my Volvo V70 auto to tow a caravan - is there anything I should have done to ensure it keeps running? 19 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2011 Volvo V70, it's done 48,000 miles. It's always been serviced by a Volvo dealer and I use it for towing a 1500kg caravan about 4000 miles... -
What size wheels do you recommend to improve ride comfort and handling on my Ford Focus 2.0? 15 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Titanium petrol automatic (purchased late last year) is shod with 18-inch alloys with 225/40 R18 Wanli Snowgrip winter tyres. The... -
Is my car affected by the recent Land Rover Discovery Sport recall? 10 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I read your report on the Land Rover Discovery Sport automatic recall due to the wiring loom fouling on a water cooler bracket. When I checked my VIN it... -
Why does the BMW 3 2.0 cost less to run than the BMW 3 1.8? 12 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I had a 2005 BMW 3 Series 2.0-litre automatic as my main car in 2010 and I remember it being tax bracket J (190g/km),150PS, and on paper showing 35mpg... -
Is buying another diesel estate a sound investment, considering future bans and expenses? 6 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've got an 8 year old Honda Accord EX i-DTEC 2.2 diesel estate which I like very much and is the third I've had over the last 20 years or so. I hear alarms... -
Should I fit winter tyres to my C-Class? 2 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have researched your FAQs but am still a little confused as to whether I should fit winter tyres to my Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Estate automatic. It's... -
Need a car to use in Spain - should I buy here or abroad? 23 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I need to buy an automatic car, as a runabout, to keep in Spain (probably for £4K - £5K). I'm aware that cars in Spain are more expensive, so would it... -
Does the Ford Fiesta use a DSG gearbox? 2 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have test driven a Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost Powershift and was really impressed with it. However, I've now been told by men 'in the know' that its probably... -
Why are wiring problems not covered by extended warranty ? 23 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
Four months ago I bought a second hand Citroen C4 Picasso automatic from a local dealer. I also paid to extend the warranty for 12 months. Within a month,... -
Narrowest cars 3 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
Thanks to your excellent advise, we bought a top of the range i10 automatic in 2009. It is still a pleasure to drive under most circumstances but we missed... -
Volvo V70 - "Engine System Service" message 7 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Volvo V70 2.4 diesel and two weeks ago an "Engine System Service required" message appeared along with the yellow warning. I booked the car... -
Seven seat crossover? Cadillac or Mercedes? 22 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a crossover/soft-roader. We also would like 6 or 7 seats for times when we have my in-laws with us (for short drives mostly).Our driving... -
Land Rover reliability issues? 3 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
Have Land Rover finally sorted the reliability issues that have raised concerns about many of their previous models? I am impressed by the Discovery Sport... -
Can you recommend something to replace my X3? 5 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am in a quandary. My 2011 BMW X3 is having some electrical problems so I think I will replace it. Being retired I can no longer justify an expensive... -
Which used hatch should I get for £15k? 2 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I need a used hatchback for up to £15,000 and have narrowed my choice down to the SEAT Leon, Volkswagen Golf and Audi A3. I drive approx 25,000 miles per... -
Buying a Audi Q5 - petrol or diesel? 24 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am considering the Audi Q5 as my next new car. I got a really nice offer from my local Audi dealer (11 per cent off the list price) but I can't decide... -
Buying a used estate car for £10-12k 11 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
My partner is changing job in January and will need a car to replace her company 3 Series Estate. She's got £10-12k to spend, is looking for something... -
Need a 4x4 for £7k - what do you recommend? 3 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
Having just moved to countryside, we need to buy a 4x4 to cope with country lanes and our steep drive. The car will do long journeys (+1hr) at least fortnightly,...
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