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Volvo - Car registration 23 May 2022 (Forum)
I need some advice desperately. I have done something stupid and didn't send the car registration certificate off after buying a car years ago because the previous keeper hadn't signed their section and I couldn't get hold of them after. I honestly didn't fully realise the importance -
Samsung car anyone? 2 Apr 2022 (Forum)
Following the Japanese import thread, i found myself on the japanese sites and found these. Looks like rebadged Nissans but still cool. https://www.sbtjapan.com/used-cars/?make=samsung&steering=all&type=0&sub_body_type=0&drive=0&cc_f=0&cc_t=0&mile_f -
Hyundai ix 20 - Age, mileage and repairs 19 May 2021 (Forum)
? Should I be concerned about low mileage ? Might it be advantageous financially to wait for a higher mileage car ? I know little bit have looked at reviews and car appeals. I am staid low mileage driver so mpg not a serious problem. Auto important for mobility needs. -
Hyundai i30 - Spare Korea 14 Apr 2021 (Forum)
engine brings up options and one website it brought up was Spare Korea. This is sourcing the part from Korea and shipping it to the UK which is significantly cheaper even if I've got to pay some import charges. Anyone any experience of Spare Korea, it seems legitimate but thought worth asking on here -
any - ?? Seven seats + petrol + automatic, under £ 25 Jul 2020 (Forum)
not bothering to consider the Zafira.) Otherwise it's only a Mitsubishi Grandis which is rather old, or indeed an imported Honda, like an Odyssey (which drives very well.) She wants something roomy but not enormous, ie. not a Previa/Estima or similar. Parking sensors/camera are a must! Any thoughts advice -
VIVA THRIVE k*** Smackdown! 1 Jun 2019 (Forum)
viva thrive k*** from the website of the manufacturers. It is important that you buy the product from their original website and not the third party seller. When you get from other sources, there is a chance of fraud and you -
Civic 1.8 v Auris HSD - Utterly Undecided 26 Aug 2018 (Forum)
) OR Toyota Auris Hybrid (2012-2015). I have driven them and both have their pros/cons so I am paralyzed by indecision and would like readers' votes. The most important thing for me is complete and utter reliability. Thank you. -
Nissan Figaro - opinions/experiences? 15 Jan 2016 (Forum)
thoughs or has anyone owned one? and what should i look for? Also were they all jap cars and then been imported over the years or were they sold here as well? Seriously considering buying one to run for a couple of years and then go for a TF when the prices are a little bit lower. -
What are the best tyres for the Toyota Prius? 26 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
Now that all tyres are rated could you please advise what are the best tyres for a 2006 Toyota Prius? I want the tyres to combine longevity, fuel economy... -
Audi A4 - Tyres (Manufacturer rated or not ?) 2 Jul 2013 (Forum)
I was thinking of putting a nice new set of Avon ZZ5's on my A4. Having looked on P/h and reviews elsewhere they seem to be well thought of and good value for money (An important consideration these days with the costs of everything rising !!) Evo seem to rate them highly on an S4 -
Vauxhall Corsa - HPI Check Concern 19 Jun 2013 (Forum)
Hi i am looking at buying a 2001 vauxhall corsa. I have done an HPI check which came back ok but i noticed on the registration that it was first registered in the UK in 2005 yet the car is from 2001. I contacted the HPI company and they said it could of been used outside the UK and imported so -
Renault Megane or Volkswagen Jetta? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
Should I buy the Renault Megane 1.2 TCE 115hp or the Volkswagen Jetta 1.2 TSI 105hp? Which one is better particularly for engine noise and performance?... -
mazda 6 2008 2.0tdi - Should a potential car buyer ask a 100 questions?? 17 Apr 2011 (Forum)
letting customers know important things about the product? -
Suzuki SX4 saloon (2009 - ) - saloon v VW Jetta 1.4 TSI 8 Jan 2010 (Forum)
be looking for a one-year old car for either choice. I do not do a lot of miles a year. just close to home, and reliability and comfort and a quiet engine are most important. Any help would be welcome. Brian -
Renault Scenic (1999 - 2003) - 2000 dci Glowplug light comes on when driving 3 Jan 2010 (Forum)
the cambelt/tensioners, have read it is important to change the waterpump also due to causing belt failure, is this a common fatal occurance? as i have not heard this before. Any help/advice is welcome, many thanks. -
2000 focus 1.6 zetec vs 1998 BMW 323i se 1 Jan 2010 (Forum)
be more costly to run and maintain but I only plan to keep it for about a year. What I'm more interested in is which car is the better to drive, around town and for long distance cruising. Reliability is also important. -
Petrol additive 7 Sep 2009 (Forum)
I need a good (cost not important) additive for unleaded petrol to stop it "going-off" when I don't use my bike for any period of time. The worst problem is when it evaporates in the float bowls of the carbs. (after a particularly long lay-off) and leaves a horrible green sticky gunge everywhere -
Diesel cars in the US 21 Aug 2009 (Forum)
Has anyone any experience of using diesel in very cold climites? Having been working with some americans recently and got chatting to them about the differences between US and the UK. Having first covered the important subjects, the price and quality of beer in our respective countries -
Accelerator control. 19 Dec 2008 (Forum)
or stop (smooth progression). I know it is simple and logical but how often do you see people blast away from a hold up only to brake heavily at the obvious one just up the road? I was taught that accelerator control is as important as clutch control, is it taught today in either car or HGV training? -
Most relaxed at 70mph, quietest, used Jap? 25 Nov 2008 (Forum)
I'm looking to buy a used Japanese car. I had wanted a diesel automatic but they are rare. Then I realized there's something more important to me than out-and-out economy. I want serenity at seventy: a car that's nice to drive. I'm sure you know what I mean, though it's subjective and somewhat