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  Princess and the Pea 2 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My lovely new Citroen DS3 came fitted with Michelin Energy Saver tyres, 195/55 R16. At the risk of sounding like a princess, I think I could feel the...
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  Where can I get a front brake wheel cylinder for a classic 1962 Mini? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My beloved Mini has just failed its MOT due to a seized front brake wheel cylinder. The part I need is a GWC101 (15/16ths bore dual piston front wheel...
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  A gentleman and a Skoda 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I just found your VW ABS report online. Having been to the local Skoda Dealership with my 3 year old Octavia, which has been serviced at that dealership...
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  What can I do to repair my Ford Escort GTI which keeps losing power? 30 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 1997 Escort GTI keeps losing power. When I start it up it idles fine, but when I press the accelerator it chugs and splutters when it is cold. Took...
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  Is a diesel Jaguar XF a wise buy for 7000 miles a year? 29 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned a 3-litre S-Type Jaguar for the last 10 years and absolutely love it, but the time is coming when I would like to change it. My first (and...
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  I'm moving to Sweden - can I buy a car in the UK and drive it there? 26 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just passed my driving test (I'm 37, an ex-biker) and will be emigrating to Sweden in October for over a year. I would like to know if there are...
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  My automatic 1995 Ford Galaxy is suffering ongoing gearbox problems. 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1995 Ford Galaxy automatic. Recently I've had a problem with the brake lights and not able to select drive when running. I have managed to temporarily...
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  My BMW 645 is suffering from total electrical shutdowns - what could this be? 22 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  On three occasions over the last nine months my 2004 BMW 645's dashboard has started to flash, the steering gets heavy and all sorts of alarm warnings...
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  Four door set 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We moved to Dorset 18 months ago and have managed to survive with one car so far, a 7 year old Audi A6 Avant with 100,000 miles on the clock. We now need...
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  Why won't my Mitsubishi Grandis start when warm? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis 2.0 diesel (Volkswagen engine) starts fine in the mornings and when cold. However, when I drive a few miles then stop, wait...
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  Ku goo kachoo 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Kuga 2.0 Titanium diesel and it’d brand new. However my pride and joy has been in the garage for the last month because of engine malfunction....
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  Turn for the worse 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We purchased a new Meriva Design in 2004 and have covered only 30,000 miles. As the steering failed, the main Vauxhall agent has stated we need a new steering...
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  Why's my Ford Mondeo losing power and smoking? 13 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford Mondeo is a 2003 TDCi 130bhp Ghia. Since last week, as I apply acceleration to my car gently from 0 up till 85mph, it feels like it is losing power...
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  High rider 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to replace my VW Polo and would be grateful for your advice on the best small car with zero road tax I have been thinking about the Toyota...
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  Could jacking have knocked my Volkswagen's tracking out? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Volkswagen agreed in the end, under their goodwill scheme, to repair my car after a lot of argument. That was a couple of weeks ago, however I have since...
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  What tyre pressures should I use in my Audi A4's Sunew tyres? 30 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently bought an Audi A4 2.0-litre petrol saloon on a 2004 plate. It has come with different wheels and tyres to standard, hence this request...
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  Does my Volkswagen Golf GT MkV need a cam belt change now, at 42,000 miles? 14 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2004 Volkswagen Golf GT MkV 2004 with 42,000 miles on the clock. Volkswagen advises a cam belt change at 65,000 miles or four years, whichever...
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  Which 3.5-tonne van has the greatest payload? 13 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Which 3.5-tonne panel van, new or old (preferred), has the greatest payload? The van will have to carry a lot of weight occasionally, so front-wheel drive...
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  Under suspension 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I was considering buying a 2.0 litre petrol Qashqai and then someone suggested the 1.5 diesel as it was more frugal on both fuel and road tax. I was a...
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  Access car 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I currently run a Mitsubishi Colt 1.5 diesel. Due to a muscular problem that affects my quad muscles I have to rely on my wife pulling me out of the car,...