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• Away to Europe- in what? 24 Aug 2005 (Forum)
  of room. The Polish travel websites also have fairly dire warnings about car crime - are they more likely to be interested in a new hire car than an old Jag (assuming nothing on show in either car?) Maybe I'm just getting old, but I seem to be worrying a lot more! I did almost the same trip in 1998
• Sporty Coupe 21 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  the Golf". Call me telepathic ... She announced firmly that her next car will be "sporty". After close questioning and much initial disbelief then hilarity from the rest of the family this lunchtime, "sporty" apparently means 2 doors, but able to seat our 13-year old and his 5-year old brother in the back
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  How can I ensure my 3-week-old Ford Ka's accident damage is repaired correctly? 12 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 3-week-old Ford Ka was hit from the rear at around 30mph whilst we were waiting to turn right. The car has gone to my insurer's 'approved' repairer...
• Vauxhall Astra 1.4 - Rejection of 2 year old Astra 1.4 4 Jun 2013 (Forum)
  Purchased a 2 year old Astra from a franchise dealer in Warrington. Had problems with indicators which I tool to a local dealer to fix but also had a problem with spluttering/misfiring after the car warmed up after approx 25 - 30 mins, this also resulted in the engine warning light flashing
• Repairing cars in this recession. 5 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  ten years old and not worth spending 50p on". ]] I wonder if we might be glad to buy that 15 year old carina soon, older fashioned but basically sound design. [[ Part of the reason is I'm sure parts are now much more expensive in relation to cars. ]] But are parts really more expensive now, or have
• Bought a Celerio 31 Aug 2019 (Forum)
  After 2 years (possibly longer) we have finally persuaded the wife's uncle to buy a new car. His Fiesta was coming up to 16 years old, had it since new but you could not call it well looked after or in good condition. When I checked its MOT history it has more advisories from last year than I
• the most efficent+reliable cars you can buy today? 11 Dec 2019 (Forum)
  Hi slight change of plans, since most european countries now forbid diesels and they also forbid old petrol cars it will be matter of time until most countries do this, and it will be terrible.... what is the most efficent+reliable cars you can buy today? Please dont include electric cars since
• Should I buy a used car with LPG fit on? 8 Jan 2017 (Forum)
  is due before it need to service? Are this dangerous cause risk of explosion when they are old? as I have see on Youtube that a car blow up with a fault LPG Thank you Fab.
• Ford Fiesta - insurance class car or van? 21 May 2015 (Forum)
  hoping someone can help, I purchased car insurance for 17yr old. Was told it was a Ford fiesta 1.4tdc, log book also says just that. Found car insurance with black box under 3k, when I saw the car it has 2 seats and no rear seats, rear Windows replaced with metal and metal behind passenger seats
• Last Car 8 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  of his age spares will also be difficult to come by. He was wondering if he would be better off buying say a 1 year old average car (Ford, Vauxhall etc) and keeping it 5 years then repeating the exercise again or buying a "quality" car (BMW,Audi etc) and keeping it the full 10 years.
• Porsche 911targa & Sclass merc @ auction 27 Apr 2004 (Forum)
  Hi there, A few years ago I purchased a car at Blackbushe and was very pleased, however this was a low cost car. I am now in the market to buy a Mercedes S class (about 3-4 years old) plus a fun car - later shape 911 convertable - that isn't as family friendly. I will go along to a few Top Car
• Upto 70% off UK new car list prices 26 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  As we all know, you can buy most cars at three years old at up to 70% off new prices. Why then, apart from tax fiddles and company cars {one in the same},do 'employed' people on average earing with buy new? Imagine that you spend £15,000 on a car. Based on basic tax rates and national insurance
• Replacing my Audi Convertible 13 May 2024 (Forum)
  year old car with 100,00 miles now I am looking at £7,000 for a 12-14 year old car, also with 100,000 miles. Both cars had reasonable history but both were wearing budget tyres which was a bit of a red flag.  I will keep looking but would appreciate any suggestions. Budget up
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  What do you think will be a classic in the near future? 4 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Will a Mk1 SEAT Leon Cupra, MG ZR, Renault 19 or Abarth Grande Punto ever become a classic as I would like to buy one of these as I have previously owned...
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  When does a 1984 classic car become tax exempt? 13 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I've been offered a Mercedes saloon first registered May 2nd 1984, the owner reckons it'll be tax exempt 7 months from now, but from reading bits and pieces...
• Replacing 2 cars - Ideas? 30 Sep 2023 (Forum)
  trips a week, 25 miles round trip from Chester to Wrexham. The rest is school, supermarket, etc. So i'm looking at a city car really or around that size. Ideally 55+mpg, under 10yrs old. Have looked at i10, Aygo, Picanto, etc. Is there anything that stands out? Car 2 - For my wife, £8k
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  Is it worth spending £6000 to repair my nine-year-old Mercedes-Benz? 11 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My 2014 Mercedes C220 Estate, mileage 95k, needs a partial engine rebuild which is estimated at £6k. Is it worth doing?
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  What's a good used buy for £20,000? 2 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at buying a second hand car and have a budget of £20,000. I've considered Mercedes A Class, Audi A1 or A3 and something from the VW Golf range....
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  Should I get a diesel, petrol or hybrid? 7 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2007 Toyota Yaris diesel and love the running costs of it. I'm looking to buy a three-year old car and was wondering if I can get something similar,...
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  What's the best used car with 4WD under £7000? 2 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Currently, I'm driving a 20-year old Mercedes C-Class automatic (love it, besides its rust and repairs). I'm looking for a spacious, used car under £7000,...