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Should I change to a new car? 17 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I hope you find this interesting and can help me understand my own numbers. I currently have 2003 Renault Scenic 1.6v Fidji, I've driven it since new and... -
Is the Skoda Superb a reliable purchase? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
The time has come to replace our December 2006 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI PD Elegance Estate. We are looking for something a little bigger and the car would... -
Warm start problems 4 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Earlier in 2012 I purchased a Nissan Patrol GE SE 4x4 (1998), for £3K with just 74K Miles, for farm and forestry work. It has been serviced and MOT'd.... -
Please advise your readers that not all accident claims are spurious or fraudulent. 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I run a firm of Solicitors that brings injury claims arising from motor crashes. I share your desire to prevent fraudulent claims, and would like to assure... -
Is my Volkswagen Scirocco suffering from rear tyre "stepping"? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0 TSI and a friend has a 2.0 TDI, and we have both experienced the same problem. It appears that the rear tyres can develop... -
What £6500 car for commuting? 15 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for some suggestions, as I would like to replace my current car within the next 6 months. I currently own a 05 plate Mazda 6 (1.8l petrol)... -
Are Vauxhall fobbing me off about DPFs? 14 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
My nephew has recently purchased a brand new 2012 Corsa. It has been back in the garage five times due to what they are calling 'blocked filters' caused... -
Why doesn't anyone make a V6-engine family car any more? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my car in 2012. I currently have a 2004 MG ZS 180 five door which has covered 255,000 miles and has been a brilliant car in its... -
Reoccurring DMF problems on a Pathfinder 24 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
We last communicated back last summer (May/June) as I'd just bought a Pathfinder from a main dealer in Birmingham (Chatfields) with a failing dual mass... -
Can you recommend an SUV with lots of space for children and luggage? 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Our dilemma is what SUV do we go for? We are contracting to one car as from early next year. My husband and I have a "must have" list which includes safe... -
Am I getting a fair offer? 19 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have already tried to part exchange my 56 plate A4 Avant 2.0 TSFI with 48,000 miles on the clock, good condition, FASH, full MoT, New Cam Belt etc,... -
Back to the Landy 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
Regarding the recent article about running older and much simpler vehicles that are perfectly adequate for everyday use, one glaring omission in the list... -
Honourable member 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
For your information, below is the reply that I got from my MP Ann Coffey regarding clause 56 of the Protection of Freedoms Bill that allows parking enforcement... -
I'd like to recommend the Skoda Yeti to anyone looking for a small SUV. 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
With reference to your answer to PS regarding options for small SUVs: I was in the same predicament, needing higher seating for ease of access, particularly... -
Pass the BMW 3 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
My BMW 530d was purchased from Ford dealer earlier this year for £10,000. On collection of the car it was noted the incorrect tyres (non run-flats)were... -
I bought a Toyota IQ-2 which missed its first service by 1000 miles - what problems could this have caused? 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I bought a July 2009 Toyota IQ-2 from a reputable dealer last weekend after receiving a good trade-in value for my car. The advert said that the Toyota... -
Overheating Opel 19 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
Hi, I had a problem with my Opel Zafira 2002. I faced a lot of problems. The first problem was the car stopped when I was taking an exit from motorway.... -
Screenwash leak leading to wet carpets 18 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
We've got a 56-plate CR-V; recently we've noticed the screenwash reservoir has been emptying rather rapidly, and there's been a continual drip on the underside... -
My Volkswagen Golf broke down because the servicing dealer did not change the DSG fluid - is he responsible for repairing it? 3 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Golf Hatch 2.0 TDI GT (Automatic). The car does approximately 500 miles a week and has been serviced every 10,000 miles by the supplying... -
Why is our Land Rover Freelander 2 returning just 32mpg? 15 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
We purchased a brand new Freelander 2 MY2011 TD4 manual three months ago. Against a claimed combined fuel consumption figure of 45.2mpg, we are getting...