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Buying a Jaguar XF - which trim is best? 30 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
My Fiancee and I are looking to replace our 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2011 BMW 1 Series with a new or nearly new Jaguar XF 3.0 diesel. We are quite active... -
How to solve a problem with me E-Class gearbox? 31 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI automaticin January and on a recent visit to a garage it exhibited the following faults: P220A The speed comparison... -
Buying a sports car that won't depreciate - what do you suggest? 18 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of spoiling myself and spending about £40K or more on a retirement present. I currently run a 1999 Mercedes-Benz 320 CLK Elegance and... -
Diesel Particulate Filters 14 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
Despite reading your column each week I am stiil confused and getting conflicting advice. Should I buy petrol or diesel engine? I drive 9000 miles a... -
International Classic Motor Show 12 Nov 2003 (Forum)
of course a fair sprinkling of tat. The saddest sight was of two glamour girls waiting for punters to fork out £10 to be photographed with them; they looked thoroughly neglected and miserable. My disappointment was in finding feeble efforts at the stands of the Mercedes-Benz Club and the Capri Club, both -
Should I trade-in my car while used prices are inflated? 14 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
After putting my 2019 Mazda 6 Sport in for its latest service, the dealership indicated they were very keen to get it as a trade-in due to its condition... -
Can you recommend an automatic 4wd vehicle with decent load space? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2010 Mercedes-Benz B180, bought 18 months ago when an automatic gearbox was dictated for health reasons. I need to change to a small 4WD as I... -
Could you recommend a more economical replacement for my wife's Subaru Forester? 10 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife is using a Subaru Forester XT 2.5 auto which we bought in 2009. I anticipated that the annual mileage would be around 6000, but in fact it's double... -
Are there actually any differences in engine oil specifications? 18 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
Can there really be any difference in engine oils with specification 5W/30 and that meet ACEA C3 for diesel cars? I see that several oil manufacturers... -
What impact will Euro 7 emissions regulations have? 29 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have seen that Euro 7 is programmed for 1st July 2025. The requirements for this are greatly beyond Euro 6. Is this definitely the future for the UK... -
I bought a £41k for £35k - am I liable for the premium tax? 19 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
I read with interest your answer about a car which although listed at above £40k, was purchased below the tax premium limit. I have recently purchased... -
Why has my car insurance increased following a house move? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
We have three cars all insured with different insurers and recently moved approximately 16 miles. No other factors have changed and two of the insurers... -
Should I buy a 17-year-old BMW MINI Cooper? 22 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am contemplating purchasing a 17-year-old BMW MINI Cooper convertible 1.6. It belongs to mature neighbour and is very much a second car for them. It... -
Will I still get the £2,500 plug-in car grant? 11 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
I signed the order and a £500 deposit for the new MG ZS long range in December, am I still OK for the £2,500 plug-in car grant? -
My new car was sat at the docks for months. Is this normal or due to Covid? 13 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've just taken delivery (remotely) of a brand new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate. This car was advertised as brand new and I'm the first registered keeper.... -
What should I do before I garage my car for a few weeks? 16 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
My son wishes to store Land Rover Freelander for several weeks in a barn. The local garage has told him to disconnect his fully charged battery but I have... -
Is there a child car seat that you can recommend for a Nissan Juke? 27 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 Nissan Juke, but I'm really struggling to find a child car seat that fit because of the limited room in the back. I'm looking for a Group... -
What would you recommend for cleaning light-coloured fabric upholstery? 23 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
What cleaner/shampoo would you recommend for cleaning seatbelts and light-coloured fabric upholstery? -
Is it a risk to replace the spare wheel with a can of foam sealant in my MG RV8? 25 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have an MG RV8 with the usual spare tyre in the limited boot space. Considering it would cost about £60 to replace a tyre and I have only had five problems... -
Can I get my Cat D car reclassified if it's now road worthy? 21 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
My Mercedes-Benz E-Class was deemed uneconomical to repair after being driven through standing flood water in December 2013. It was declared Cat D and...