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How much to run a Renault Clio 6 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am doing some research about buying a new car. I have seen a Renault Clio 1.4 16V Dynamique 2006 3dr Hatchback which has done 40,000 miles and costs... -
Cheapest way to get driving 16 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
What do you think would be the best car for my girlfriend, age 31, just passed test, in respect of lowest insurance and servicing costs. We are very... -
Smart Car Keys Repairs 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Smart agent quoted £220 for new key & required two 80 mile round trips to verify details,order key and return to have key programmed. www.keyfobrepair.co.uk... -
Ford Focus won't start after standing 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Focus Ghia Tdci had been sat on the drive for the past two months while I was on military training. I have come back and started up my car after putting... -
I would like to endorse Volvo cars, as a driver of the marque since 1969. 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was delighted to read your recommendation of a Volvo in answer to DH of Herne Bay, headed "Invisible Touch". You rarely mention Volvos but I have driven... -
Should my garage have replaced my Jaguar S-Type's bowed radiator? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a Jaguar S-Type 3.0 automatic Sport since nearly new in 2004, which has run pretty well ever since (current mileage is 85,800 miles). Recently,... -
Looking to replace my 2011 Skoda Octavia with a petrol car to avoid DPF problems - what do you suggest? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an 8000 mile 2011 Skoda diesel Octavia estate but now no longer do the miles needed to avoid DPF problems. I need a car (not necessarily an estate,... -
Is a DPF essential? 3 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
A warning about particle filter failure has started to show up intermittently. My garage tells me it needs replacing but there is possible chance that... -
Why are the rear brake discs on my Renault Koleos wearing faster than the fronts? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I run a Renault Koleos Privilege 150, and a cracking car it is. I can't think why they stopped selling it. It recently went for its first MoT and I was... -
Can 17-year-old learner drivers legally ride a quad bike on the road? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
Thank you for your reply about 17-year-olds and quad bikes. I hope that you'll find the following information helpful. Although the driving licence regulations... -
Switching from a MINI to an Audi A2 23 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 54 plate Mini Cooper (Black) top spec with chilli pack (59000 miles with full BMW service history). Even though it is reliable,... -
Which car allows for three child seats to be fitted across the rear seats? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently have two children under four and have another on the way. Could you advise of a car that will fit three child seats across the back? I am afraid... -
Buying a nearly new small car. 11 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife currently drives a Suzuki Alto manual bought in 2005 with 45,000 on the clock. It has been a great little car and ideal for her then short commute... -
What do you think of the Subaru Forester for rural winter use? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a new car and, living in a very rural location, we want a 4x4 but do not want a Land Rover type. We have seen a couple of secondhand... -
Why is my Mercedes-Benz so thirsty? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Three weeks ago I bought a 10-month-old Mercedes-Benz B160 auto from a Mercedes dealership with 10,000 miles on the clock. I have been depressed by the... -
Which car would you advise for towing in muddy fields? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has enjoyed her 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI, but now it is time to change. The Golf has done all she could ask, including pulling a small caravan,... -
Which tyres could I fit to my Volvo S60 T5 for all-weather use? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I run my Volvo S60 T5 on Goodyear Eagle F1 235/40Z/R18. We used to travel frequently to Germany in the winter and have carried snow chains for several... -
I need a cheap small van 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a MINI but need a larger car for fishing so looked at a small van (Nemo, Vauxhall Combo) and find them nice to drive, inexpensive and convenient... -
Converting a Scenic to LPG 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a plan to convert my Scenic (Auto), model year 2002, to LPG. Can you please advise if it make sense convering it as it's 10 years old now. I'ts... -
What is causing a rattling noise to come from the inlet manifold of our Rover 75? 21 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I have a much-loved 2004 Rover 75 V6 auto. We have had the car from new and it has 135,000 miles on the clock. It still runs beautifully and...