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• whats wrong with Xsara clutch? 29 Dec 2003 (Forum)
  Not sure if it\'s the clutch. Got in today and car just doesn\'t go. When in any first three gears car revs like clutch down but once over 30 runs ok but starts to over rev when accelerating. Could this be the clutch or something else if the clutch how costly ?????????????
• Pd version passat or not ?? 8 Dec 2003 (Forum)
  How do I tell for sure if my passat is a "pd" as I've read many people refer to this type of car, and now i'm not sure either way, I have a :- VW PASSAT 1.9 S TDI AUTO ( as per the log book ) Year (W) 2000 It is 85kw, to my understanding this is the 130bhp car. cheers.
• Stone chip repair (The ultimate way?) 7 Dec 2003 (Forum)
  Found this via matt35's reply to my posting on meguires polish. It has to be the most comprehensive guide on the subject!. Here's hoping I have copied the link correctly. (I've previous history at getting it wrong so fingers crossed here goes). http://www.carcareonline.com/viewarticle.aspx?art=8
• Describe a car - 1 word 24 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  Do you ever see a car and just know you could sum it up in one word?. Some examples: New Saab 93 Cab - dumpy. Mercedes S Class - smooth McLaren F1 - hmmm. Citroen Saxo - fragile. Nova - Nipper SLK - girlie. Anyone like to add some!
• Suzuki Wagon R rear light unit / 18 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  Can anyone please confirm if the outer lens of the O/S/R light unit for the above, is available separately or does one have to purchase a complete cluster ? Local Suzuki dealer ( part of a multiple franchise ) seems unable to confirm. Thank you, petel@clara.co.uk
• Seat Ibeza cupra sport 8 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  I was wondering if anybody can help me, I am thinking about purchasing a 16 valve Ibeza Cupra sport, on a t or s plate, tho I dont have any information on them such as performance build quality and reliability, is there anybody who can help me? Thanks in advance Jonsey
• Tyre Price 24 Apr 2003 (Forum)
  Unfortunatly had a puncture in my n/s/r tyre over Easter.I used my local independant supplier whom I have been using for years, for business as well as private. Anyone know if £130 was too much to spend on Michelin Pilot Primacy size: 225/45 r 17 91y. This price was all-in.
• Merc Vito advice 27 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  I am considering buying a Mercedes Vito 113, 2 litre petrol, camper van (professional conversion), air-con, leather seats, S plate, 47k miles for £17000. I have read some horror stopries about the Vito. It looks fantastic. Anyone know if this is a good a price? And is it thirsty? Thank you.
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  Does my car need an oil flush when it is serviced? 8 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My 2018 Suzuki S-Cross is due for an MoT and service. I have been quoted an additional £50 for an oil flush. At 35,000 miles is this essential or worth...
• Suzuki S-Cross - streaks on paintwork after respray - advice needed 19 Oct 2022 (Forum)
  Hello, I've recently had my car repaired for a dent on the tailgate (insurance repair) and another dent on the back door (which I paid for myself)....
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  Should I leave my EV charging while I'm on holiday? 23 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My Kia EV6 GT Line S will be four weeks old when I go on holiday for two months. Can you please advise whether or not I should leave it plugged into my...
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  Are Michelin Cross Climate tyres acceptable as winter tyres in France? 11 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I read with interest your article regarding winter tyres in France and wondered whether my Michelin Cross Climate tyres would be acceptable under French...
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  Should I get a plug-in hybrid? 10 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I don’t do many long journeys and I'm in late 70’s - which would be most suitable for me, a hybrid or plug-in hybrid?
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  What's the best SUV under £20,000? 5 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for an SUV for under £20,000. I expect to have it for up to 10 years. Much of my driving is now short drives so it needs to be petrol. What's...
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  Do I need headlight deflectors to drive in France? 1 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm taking my 2013 Audi A6 S-line Estate to France next week. Will I need headlight beam deflectors or do Audi lights dip downwards?
• Jaguar X-Type 2.0d SE, 2004, 170 k miles - Bangernomics 17 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  Dacia for me) Took the car in yesterday morning having heard an unusual noise which I thought might be a broken/missing exhaust bracket.  Good news, the bracket was fine. Bad news, needed new f+r o/s wheel bearings, plus rear pads and discs. Done in the day, total cost inc. VAT
• Toot Toot !! 16 Jul 2017 (Forum)
  .   Do the BRs think that the young man was a victim of the s/s salesmen ?   There used to be one of those irritating notices in the back widscreen of old cars, "I know it's old, but it's paid for".
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  Can the DVLA take me to court if I never received the parking fine? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My sister has received a parking fine letter at her address even though I've not lived there for a number of years. She's sent it back unopened, can they...
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  Which £20k SUV provides the best ride comfort? 7 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Having been a Honda Jazz owner for 12 years, I recently travelled in an eight year old SUV and realised that I have been missing out on comfort. I hope...
• Jaguar XFR 2011 - Jag XFR Needs New Fuel Injector(s) Post Re-Fuel 11 Oct 2016 (Forum)
  We bought a 2011 Jaguar XFR 5 months ago in May 2011 from a main dealer in Cambridgeshire. On Sunday, 2 minutes after re-fuelling (yes, with petrol!)...