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Should I have my BMW 525 SE's engine rebuilt at great expense or scrap it? 19 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have owned my BMW 525 SE automatic since new in September 2001. I have fastidiously maintained it, including recently even changing the so-called for... -
Should I sell my Passat? 14 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a second hand 2010 Passat Estate (R line) with just over 100,000 miles on the clock. Recent fault (engine management light on, limp driving) diagnosed... -
Accelerator problems with Toyota Avensis 29 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have had some accelerator problems with my 2002 Toyota Avenis 1.6 petrol. When the car is cold the accelerator jumps massively during gear changes, specifically... -
My car has been parked up for a long time - does it need a full service before going back on the road? 31 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
My Land Rover Discovery has been garaged for a very long time. We intend to use the vehicle again in the winter and have requested a basic service in order... -
Need a used family car with space for a wheelchair 27 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
We are coming off Motability as my disabled son will possibly transfer to residential college in the next two years. In the meantime, we likely have to... -
Economical petrol engine for 25,000 annual mileage? 26 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
What simple engined economical petrol family cars can you suggest for mainly motorway use of 25,000 miles per annum? I am considering a Skoda Octavia 1.2... -
How long should BMW take to fix an engine management fault on my 320? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently booked my car for a service and the engine management light was on. It is a 320 petrol coupe and the three-year warranty expires at the end... -
Fan drivers 25 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
I recently wrote to you about a buying experience at a large car showroom when my sister bought a 2003/03 BMW 320d SE. I recommended she get her local... -
BMW 320i xDrive hesitancy under acceleration 8 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2013 BMW 320i petrol xDrive manual, with 31,000 miles on the clock. I have had an ongoing issue with a hesitancy under acceleration. When the... -
Is there a known fault with the DSG on my 2012 Skoda Octavia? 20 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've been told by my local Skoda dealer that my 2012 Octavia 1.8 TSi DSG Estate needs a new DSG as it suffered a failure. They found metal debris in the... -
What's the best second-hand long wheelbase van? 18 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a second-hand long wheelbase van such as a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or Renault Master and want advice as to the best make for reliability,... -
Bought a car with a new engine without realising. 21 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've bought a used 2010 Skoda Octavia VRS. When purchased, I purchased on the assumption that at 21,000 miles the car was on its original engine. I... -
Problem with car bought 2 months ago 3 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
Hi HJ, let me know your favourite charity and I'll bung a few quid if you can advise me. Bought a Volvo S40 1.6D, Dec 07 model, 38k miles from an Evans... -
Fined us keepers 14 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
My son died in September 2008. In February 2008 his Mazda RX8 Reg WV 04 WG had struck a metal object on the M4 Motorway that ripped the bottom out with... -
Should I start my own garage? 24 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am a qualified mechanic currently working in a garage. I feel it is time to further my career and start my own business. I was hoping to begin as a mobile... -
Bought a used car - problem with gearbox.I want a refund - seeking advice on legal rights. 6 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
Good day to you Honest John, I purchased a Peugeot 206 automatic for £1200 on 11th April this year.It was advertised as trade,and although the dealer... -
Polo chain cam failure 27 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
The Polo V (2009-) uses a cam chain which is now seeing more and more failures, and Volkswagen refuses to accept this is a quality problem, despite growing... -
Is it worth me upgrading my Mercedes-Benz S-Class? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am in a quandary: I own a very nice 1999 Mercedes-Benz S500. It's well maintained, has only done 70,000 miles and I got it cheap (previous owner was... -
Scottish fiver 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
My VW Passat V5 is registered Dec 1999. It's a V registration. I have had it for 7 years now. I bought it in 1992 and it had 2 previous owners and 10000... -
Replacing an old Freelander - what should we get for £7k? 31 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
We have a Land Rover Freelander (mk1) diesel with 202,000 miles on the clock. Due to its age, it needs some considerable work and I am reluctant to pay...
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