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• What to buy? 29 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  the flat four engine, but fuel consumption is a bit high. I've not driven any of these cars yet and I won't have time to test examples of them all. I have driven late 90's Vectras and Astras and hated them with a vengeance, so that gives you an idea of what I don't like.I'm also happy with the idea
• Nightmare car buys 9 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  to get my friend to do some welding on it. As he was trying to weld the floor, I removed the trim from above the N/S rear suspension strut (this had coil suspension springs with the shocks running through). As the trim cam away, the car sank by about 1 inch! Well I was glad I got to Rugby safely
• Advice/input re 75 buying decision 23 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  this engine has been in use, or which Beamer(s) it's been used in? What kind of mileage can I expect it to be good for? I expect to do 15k a year, but I'd like to hold on to this car for around 5 years. Is it likely to pack up after 150k? I'm also wondering whether or not I should hold off till the new
• Volvo 740 GL -Cutting out 10 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  [address removed on request] I have a problem with my D reg. Volvo GL cutting out. This is a problem that has become progressively worse over months to the degree that the car is too unsafe to drive. I understand that 'cutting out' is a common problem with Volvo series 240, 360 and 740's
• Bikers/ex-bikers make Better Drivers? 14 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  have always felt I am a better driver as a result of what I learn on my bike(s), and after each session in the saddle feel I do a better job next time I get behind the wheel. So far so good, and of course I would add that everyone on a bike should take a rider training course. Now we come to the new
• BMW 5-Series E61 Touring (2004 - ) - 25,000km report BMW 530d 9 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  and the interior still looked virtually new. After looking at options including C6, Audi A4/A6, Jaguar XF, Merc C/E-Class, Lexus IS/GS, VW Passat CC, Skoda Superb and BMW?s own 3-Series I eventually went for another 530d on the basis of highly competitive leasing rates (I get a monthly budget to spend
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  When should I change the gearbox oil in my car? 8 Jan 2025 (Ask HJ)
  My Lexus car is due a four year service, my Lexus dealer says the transmission fluid is not changed at all now although my service book system it should...
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  Can I reapply for my driving licence now my health has improved? 29 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am a 67 year old male. I only have sight in one eye. A year ago, when my driving licence was due for renewal, I was required by the DVLA to take an...
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  I am 80 years of age - should I change car or stick with what I have? 27 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I'll be 80 in a few weeks and I have had my Toyota Verso for 12 years - it has covered 82,000 faultless miles. We have family living 150 miles away and...
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  How do I renew my driving licence without a passport? 10 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My driving licence is due for renewal this June. I cannot apply for a renewal online because I do not have a passport. My questions are: Do the DVLA send...
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  Is it expensive to fix the folding roof on a Peugeot 307CC? 29 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at buying a Peugeot 307CC 2004 plate as it only has 45k miles on the clock but at the moment the roof won’t open. The windows will go down...
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  Is it possible to get repatriation cover while in Europe? 8 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We are taking delivery of a brand new VW campervan and planning on taking it to Europe in September. The VW warranty provides breakdown cover in Europe...
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  I'm looking for a vintage car to use as a daily driver, what would you suggest? 24 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a vintage car to use as a daily driver, what can you recommend?
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  Hyundai i10 - how should the central locking work? 27 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 2011 Hyundai i10 Comfort 1.2 and I need a bit of advice regarding the central locking. My key opens all the locks (except boot), but...
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  Medical driving licence delays, what can I do? 25 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have been waiting for more than eight months to find out if I will be issued with a new medical driving licence. My old licence actually expired in September...
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  Highway Code changes - who has priority at roundabouts? 23 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Following introduction of new pedestrian priority at junctions, does this rule also apply when leaving or joining a roundabout?
• All the car you need? 7 Feb 2022 (Forum)
  yet no worse on fuel day to day than the 1.6 models. Honda Civic 2.0 Type S 5dr - All the practicality and reliability of this model of Civic but with Rev happy 158bhp motor and firmed (but not too firm) up handling. Today I’d put the honour on the Mk III Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec petrol. These do
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  How can I find a car's build date? 13 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I am going to see a new Audi A6 which at the moment is being stored at the garage with its wrappers on. The salesperson says it has only been in storage...
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  There's potentially water in my car's fuel tank. What should I do? 29 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I left the fuel cap off my petrol Kia. I didn't find this out for 3 weeks whilst on holiday. Rain probably got into the fuel tank. What should I do?
• Volkswagen Passat - Newly purchased car and not the legal owner. 7 May 2021 (Forum)
  for selling me a crock of s***.. Do I have any recourse.. I know banks have a chargeback scheme where they can try and get the money refunded..  Help!!!!   Moved to Legal