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What variation of the Honda Jazz should I buy? 6 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a 2004 automatic Honda Jazz which she is considering changing for a newer model. She has been completely satisfied with her Jazz and does not... -
Buying my own car for the first time in thirty years 3 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I’m going to retire in the next twelve months and will be forced to buy my own car for the first time in more than 30 years. The last six company vehicles... -
Satellite Navfrustration 10 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
Having been influenced (again) by your reports, I bought an ex Honda CR-V CDTI EX. It does what it says on the label: 40+ mpg, comfortable, although nasty... -
Can you recommend an automatic with a big boot? 24 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
Because of knee problems I want to buy an automatic. It will probably be my last car so I'm looking for reliability, a boot big enough to take two cocker... -
What used, petrol SUVs are worth looking at? 16 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've been looking at a used Honda CR-V for my next car. I like a large boot and feeling higher up in the vehicle. I've test-driven a petrol one as I do... -
Need a reliable and affordable small automatic car - should I buy a Toyota Yaris? 28 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I remember reading one of your columns about the Toyota Yaris. I am looking for a second-hand automatic car and would like to know which are the models... -
I have £5000 to buy a 4x4. It needs to be able to carry two dogs and do decent mileage - what's your advice? 2 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
What 4x4 with a decent MPG, which can carry two large dogs in the boot space, for a budget of £5000 would you suggest? I travel roughly 7000 miles per... -
What's a good first car for someone who lives in London? 21 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
My London based 26-year-old grandson wishes to purchase his first car for occasional journeys out of London, especially to play golf. He wants a fun 'snazzy'... -
Need a cheap and reliable car for work 9 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm after a cheap runabout to use for my daily commute to work (five miles return). I have found two cars, but can you advise which one would make the... -
Need a nearly new car with low running costs 29 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to buy nearly new, small car. I drive around 15,000 miles annually and want something that is economical. I am wondering between Ford Fiesta,... -
New Honda CR-V leaking water - Can I reject it? 12 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a brand New dealer registered top of the range Honda CR-V, but when it rains water gets into the rear wheel well - the dealer has... -
What is the best used car for a small budget? 5 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Jaguar X-type was written off and had a poor return from my insurance company so unfortunately I only have a small budget (up to £2000). I am looking... -
Alternatives to Toyota RAV4? 22 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at changing my Toyota RAV4? Can you possibly give me an alternative car to buy that has about the same spec as the RAV4. Only thing with the... -
Cost of fixing starter motor? 11 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have just been quoted, by my local Honda dealer, in excess of £800 to replace a started motor on my wife's Honda Civic 1.7 CDTi. This seems extortionate... -
Can you suggest what might improve the fuel consumption on my '06 Honda Jazz? 8 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Can you suggest what might improve the 33 miles per gallon I'm getting with my '06 Honda Jazz, 1.4, purchased 12 months ago. True I only do fairly local... -
Can you recommend a used car with good fuel economy? 6 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking for a quiet and reliable car for long motorway work. I cover 15,000 – 20,000 miles a year. So far I have driven a 2012 Honda Civic 2.2 DTEC... -
Which new Honda Jazz model is the best in the range? 13 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My sister wishes to buy a new Honda Jazz. Can you please suggest which is the best in the range, as there are so many models of Jazz? She fancies 1.4 EXL... -
Need a car that can carry a wheelchair 17 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Following a stroke, my husband now needs a wheelchair. We currently have a Volkswagen Golf MkIV, but I struggle to get his wheelchair into the luggage... -
Buying a 4x4 used car - what would you recommend? 11 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a small budget of 3,500 - 5,000 and would like to buy a small 4x4. I have been looking around at these models: Toyota RAV4 (2003-5), Honda... -
Is there an easy way to unclog my Honda Civic's windscreen washer reservoir? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
The jets of the windscreen washers of my 2008 Honda Civic S-Type barely reach the windscreen. A mechanic friend has said that it is the reservoir filter...