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High-quality diesel estate 8 Mar 2002 (Forum)
A friend intends to rationalize his ownership of several vehicles by selling them and buying one durable, comfortable, used estate car. Apart from quality and comfort, his main concern is to find something suitable for towing his vintage boat. He was leaning towards a Mercedes-Benz E300 TD -
Peugeot 5008 - Broken injector holders after new injectors 31 Aug 2019 (Forum)
Hi everybody, I have a 2011 model diesel 1.6 Peugeot 5008. Last year (in August) I had to let all 4 injectors replaced after they got faulty in a Bosch car service here in Belgium. After couple of months, I got smoke in the engine area with bumpy engine. I towed the car to the same -
Hyundai Santa Fe - Hyundai Santa Fe autobox failure 11 Aug 2015 (Forum)
My Santa Fe 2007 2.2 diesel automatic, 70k miles broke down this weekend with what seems like a transmission failure. Towed to the local Hyundai dealer, and they have told me that I need a full new autobox, priced £5000 all in! I challenged and asked what was wrong -
Car towed for no tax just after I bought it. 14 Oct 2012 (Forum)
Hi All I desperately need someones help. I recently bought a car and as soon as I bought it I got fully comprehensive insurance on it. It has a current MOT but doesn't have tax. It was today towed away and impounded for the no tax. However, the DVLA still don't have it in my name -
Why can't I use my Kia Cee'd spacesaver wheel for more than 70 miles? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2009 Kia Cee'd 1.6CRDI, and am generally pleased with it. The spacesaver spare wheel is marked 50mph and 70 miles, and is not to be used while... -
Citroen C6 - Tow-car par excellence 12 Oct 2006 (Forum)
was cruising at around 85-90mph, like most of the locals, but he relentlessly hauled me in. I edged up to 95 but still he kept coming. After overtaking a line of trucks I pulled in and settled back to 85 and let him past. Up he steamed and it emerged that he was a Dutch registered Citroen C6 towing -
Renault Laguna TimingBelt/Steering Probs 23 Jul 2004 (Forum)
Hi All First post here so bear with me please. We have a Renault Laguna dti estate which had to be towed home by the AA the other day. Turns out the timing belt had gone, but after some serious discussion with Renault and the Renault garage involved, it was agreed that Renault would cover -
Vauxhall Signum (2003 - ) - 06 1.9TDCi Oil cooler for automatic 20 Oct 2009 (Forum)
Will I need to fit an oil cooler to Signum 1.9CTD automatic to tow caravan? -
Reversing Sensors 24 Aug 2001 (Forum)
I have a Ford Galaxy fitted with reversing sensors. The problem is the sensors are 'seeing' the tow bar and cycle carrier bracket that are fitted. Does anyone know if they can be reset or adjusted. -
"Actually I DO own the road..." 15 Aug 2010 (Forum)
http://tinyurl.com/26uhr44 Something I don't understand: why don't these cars get clamped or towed just like all the rest?? -
Should I keep my four-year old Volkswagen Touareg or replace it? 15 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
After four years and 60k trouble free miles I am wondering whether to trade in my 2014 Volkswagen Touareg. Its a lovely car and suits our needs perfectly... -
What reliable 4x4, with 1500kg kerb weight, can I buy for £4000? 10 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a limited budget of £4000 and am looking for a reliable and economical 4x4 vehicle to tow a single horse trailer (need 1500kg kerb weight). -
Which Honda SUV is best for towing? 5 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently run a 2013 Honda CR-V 2.0 petrol manual. I opted for this as my daily commute is only seven miles each way. I cover 10,000 miles a year and... -
Which wheels are less susceptible to pothole damage? 14 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
The wheels and tyres on my W204 Mercedes C250 seem particularly susceptible to pothole damage - I'm on my third near side rim already! The wheels are... -
Citroen C-Crosser clutch failure 26 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Citroen C-Crosser in October 2010. It has now run past its warranty and done 42,000 miles, with a full service history. However, the car... -
Will a change of transmission oil solve a fault with my Volvo V70 automatic? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
My car is a 2007 Volvo V70 diesel automatic with 54,000 miles. It is serviced by the Volvo dealer as required. When towing a caravan (but only then) I... -
Which 4x4 for commuting, carrying the children to school and towing a horsebox? 4 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I need a car that will take my children to school, take me to work, drive up a muddy (especially awful in winter) track to take hay to my horses, and pull... -
Would you still recommend the Nissan X-Trail as an excellent 4x4 vehicle? 17 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
When they first came out, you seemed impressed with the Nissan X-Trail. Now some time has passed, do you still hold them in the same high regard? I have... -
Ford debuts Ranger Plug-In Hybrid pickup 16 Sep 2024 (News)
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rover 400 head gasket 1 Apr 2011 (Forum)
had a friends head gasket skimmed and fitted it back on then got them to tow me in the car to get oil to tappets, but car will still not work. any ideas