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What's wrong with my A4's air con? 21 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2012 Audi A4 TDI bought (used) from a main dealer. I had problems with the air conditioning last summer and was told that it had been damaged... -
Has the head gasket failed on my Golf? 15 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
The performance of my 1998 Volkswagen Golf hasn't been great of late. I've found white gunk under the oil cap and when driving at 70mph for five mins on... -
Need an automatic seven-seater for £13k 27 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I need to change my 2010 Skoda Octavia 1.4TSi DSG estate for an MPV, but am not sure what to get. I need a car that can transport six adults and a dog,... -
Buying a used Mercedes SL - which model is best for comfort? 18 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am 66 years old and have decided to sell my Porsche Boxster S for a used Mercedes-Benz SL320 or SL350 for a more comfortable drive. Which of these would... -
Motability Ford C-Max - can you recommend a replacement? 5 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife's Motability Ford C-Max auto diesel is shortly due for replacement. We would prefer to switch to a petrol version but Ford do not seem to provide... -
Have you any experience of the V60's ride quality? 16 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
Have you any experience of the Volvo V60 D4 SE? I understand that the ride quality is poor on the standard dynamic chassis currently offered by Volvo and... -
How can I sell a Cat D Audi TT? 14 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am wanting to sell my CAT D listed 2011 Audi TT Quattro S Line Diesel with 26,000 miles on the clock. What sort of value should the car have and where... -
Toyota RAV-4 or Lexus RX450h? 20 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am approaching retirement and will be able to spend around £30,000 on a vehicle. I have owned several Toyotas including a 2007 2.2 diesel RAV-4. I... -
Why is my Volkswagen Polo so noisy? 11 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2009 Volkswagen Polo two months ago and within a few weeks the problems started. The engine is really noisy and vibrates and the dealer has... -
Can you recommend a medium sized car? 12 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am replacing my 14 year old Toyota Corolla due to the fact the car is becoming uneconomical to keep on the road. I'm looking for a used medium sized... -
Should my Mercedes-Benz E280's turbo have blown after 35,000 miles? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Mercedes E280 CDI in 2008. Is it reasonable for the turbo to have blown after only 35,000 miles? -
Crossovers .... can I have some advice? 20 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a four-wheel drive vehicle and would consider the above. Value for money, economy and reliability. One important point is rear legroom... -
Broken front coil springs due to potholes - anything I can do? 25 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
My local tyre depot, Redpath Tyres in Wooler, were changing over my winter wheels and tyres and discovered that both the nearside and offside front coil... -
Winter tyres are superior in performance to 4-wheel drive without winter tyres. 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I thought you might like to hear that we bought the S-Max you suggested to replace a Land Rover Discovery 3 and can confirm your advice that the winter... -
Should we buy a RAV4 or an XC60? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
My husband and I have now retired at the age of 70 and would like your opinion on these two used vehicles, either of which will be the last we purchase:... -
Life of front tyres on a Handa Jazz 14 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I needed two new front tyres on a three-year old Honda Jazz after 16,500 miles. They were worn on the edges to below the legal limit. Tracking was checked... -
Does the Skoda Yeti have a dual mass flywheel? 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've been reading about the problems with dual mass flywheels on diesel cars, but had thought it was only manual models that were susceptible. However,... -
Buying a recent used automatic 2 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I need a 2-3yr old small automatic to replace my trusty old X reg Micra. Can spend up to £6500. You have mentioned a jerky ride with some of the auto... -
Why has my Audi A4's fuel tank contracted? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just had my Audi A4 serviced and the mechanic tells me that the diesel tank is curved inwards on the bottom underside as if it has been sucked in.... -
Which smaller automatic estate? 6 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am downsizing from a Legacy Outback with 185K on the clock for a smaller auto. We must have room for two dogs in the back so have looked at the Golf...