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Why is it difficult to change gear in my automatic car? 12 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
The gearstick on my 3-year-old Volkswagen Passat (DSG) gets sticky going from park to reverse. I've only noticed it a few times as it doesn't do it very... -
Is the new Citroen EAT6 automatic gearbox any good? 13 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a new Citroen Picasso with the 130PS petrol engine and automatic gearbox. Is it a true auto gearbox (torque converter) or similar... -
Which small auto is most reliable? 17 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
My wife would like a new small automatic hatchback. She really likes the Honda Jazz but has test driven one and finds it to be too slow. What would you... -
How much should I pay for a 2003 Toyota Corolla? 6 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have seen an automatic 2003 Toyota Corolla 1.6 for £1995. It has a full MoT and service history. It has done 61,000 miles and for its age I believe that... -
Would you recommend a Beetle or MINI convertible, and should I buy an automatic? 12 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am a fit and active 75-year-old and learned to drive in London in a Ford Popular when I was 17. I have always driven manual cars. Being barely five foot... -
Shifting circumstances 2 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are in dispute about the relative merits of automatics and manuals. My view, from my advanced years, a lifetime in the industry (with Ford)... -
Can you recommend a car with a smooth ride? 29 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I want an automatic car with a smooth ride. I'm disabled and need luxury automatic. What do you recommend? I have £3000 to £5000 to spend. I've thought... -
What's the best small automatic car? 5 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Up has been written off. I would like to replace it with a small automatic car that is as much fun to drive and with a similar or better... -
What's the best petrol automatic estate as a second-hand buy? 27 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for reliable estate or roomy saloon, between five and ten years old, which I can run for as long as possible. I have a budget of around £4k... -
What is the EDC gearbox in the Renault Scenic like? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I like the look of the new model Renault Scenic and am considering changing my lovely BMW E89 Z4 M Sport auto for one. The Dynamique S Nav appears to be... -
What small estates have a proper torque converter automatic gearbox? 14 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have run Ford Focus 1.6 petrol auto estates for many years and have found them to be durable with few problems. The time has come to change again, but... -
Is the 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle auto any good? 10 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in a used 2009 Volkswagen Multivan (European name for Caravelle). It is a 2.5 diesel with an automatic box. I want the car for its space,... -
Is it more expensive to insure an automatic than a manual car? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
Having dropped a small coin into the cigarette lighter of my BMW 520d the local (non franchised) BMW dealer was unable to locate the offending fuse. The... -
Buying a small auto for temporary use? 30 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife broke her leg 5 months ago and can no longer drive a manual car. I have a new Landrover on order but the leadtime is 5 months. I would like... -
Which SUV to replace my Suzuki SX4? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
Five years ago I bought a Suzuki SX4 and it's time for a change. I would like something similar to the SX4; a 1.6-litre automatic hatchback, reasonably... -
Which diesel fuel for my Land Rover Discovery? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I live in Northern Ireland and recently bought my first diesel-engined car, a Land Rover Discovery 4 HSE automatic. I would like to use Shell V-Power but... -
Higher car 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
We would welcome your advice about selecting a replacement car. At the moment we drive a BMW 118 SE petrol automatic. We live on a steep hill and last... -
Does my Volkswagen Passat DSG have a dual mass flywheel? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Passat diesel with DSG gearbox. I believe that you have suggested that there is less likelihood of damage to a DMF with an automatic... -
A new car for our retirement 19 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are both near retirement and we also want to retire our trusty, but now rusty, 10-year-old Merc 'C' Class saloon - as we find it's getting... -
Can my BMW 330Ci automatic be towed? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005 BMW 330Ci Automatic. Can it be towed?
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