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  • Upgrading Qashqai 26 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    Hi John I will be moving home soon and my distance to work will be a 35 mile round trip. I already own a Nissan Qasqai 1.2 DIG-T but I like the idea...
  • traders responsibility 19 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    3 weeks ago I bought a 2011 C Class from an independent trader, the car was advertised as having 18" AMG alloy Wheels. Because of last weeks snow storms...
  • DVLA court summons 8 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I stupidly forgot to pay tax on my vehicle, I had moved premises and forgot to change my address so as a result my car wasn't taxed. It ended up being...
  • PAS rack failure 5 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
    August 2014 I purchased 58 plate Mondeo 2.0L TDCI 43.000 miles Plus a years warranty from a Nissan Dealer. At point of sale there was a new PS pump to...
  • MOT chaos 4 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
    It took me 3 days last week to get my MOT done. 1st day computer MOT system down so asked to come back next day. During test system crashed again but test...
  • What five mid-sized cars should I consider? 4 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
    Four years ago I bought a Toyota Avensis Tourer which is now coming to the end of its five-year warranty and I’m thinking of replacing it. What I’d like...
  • BMW downsizing tyre rim size 31 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
    Living in rural N Yorkshire, on your recommendation I fitted a full set of Michelin Alpins on my BMW 330i which I leave on all year round. They have proved...
  • 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...
  • Can you recommend a trustworthy garage? 10 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I need help for a good garage. Now I understand you have the good garage guide. However this is based on personal reviews opposed to any formal accreditation...
  • Range Rover battery problems 18 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I've just bought a used (2004 model) Range Rover and heard beforehand about a simple fix to stop the battery draining every couple of days or so. I've...
  • Focus automatic gearbox and clutch problems 8 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
    My Ford Focus (2014 model) developed a judder in the transmission when running slowly. The main dealer recognised a problem with the clutch mechanism (well...
  • Best small/city car £4500? 27 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My girlfriend needs a small/city car to replace her ageing Ford Ka. She has £4000 to spend plus whatever she can get for her Ka (circa £500). I'm thinking...
  • 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...
  • What's best for towing - diesel or petrol? 18 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am due to change my car next year and will also be buying a caravan that will weigh about 1500kg. Therefore, I need something that is fairy economical...
  • When should I change the oil in my Astra? 18 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
    After much deliberation I've finally changed my less than impressive Toyota Auris diesel for a new Vauxhall Astra. I decided to get the new 1.6 CDTI whisper...
  • Should I buy a new car now or wait till January? 27 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I was thinking of going for a car. I have no trade in so I am a "cash buyer". Should I buy now or wait until January? Also, Hyundai have a three year...
  • Overheating Suzuki Carry 25 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have a couple of problems with my 2003 Suzuki Carry. The engine has started to overheat. My local garage did a test for a blown head gasket which showed...
  • Buying a classic car for £5K 31 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have around £5000 to spend on a classic car, to be used at weekends and occasionally during the week. I'm thinking of an original Saab 900, hatch or...
  • Nissan Qashqai - which wheel size is best? 20 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have purchased a 2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel with 5000 miles on the clock. However, I want to change the wheels and have been unable to find 19-inch...
  • Problem with Fiat 500 and Panda 1.2 Eu 6 engine pulling away especially on hill starts 7 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have recently bought a brand new Fiat 500S 1.2 and find it almost impossible to make a hill start without excessive revving combined with slipping the...
 

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