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  What DSG gearbox is fitted to the Audi TTS? 21 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Is the DQ 250 S tronic gearbox fitted to the Audi TTS Mk2. If not then which one please?
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  Are automatic gearboxes reliable? 27 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I get the impression your not a particular fan of these systems. Is it due to reliability problems?
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  Scraping noise from N/S/R when cornering on a Ford Focus - what do you think it is? 9 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  When I turn left with either shopping or someone sitting in the back there is a scraping sound coming from the left-hand rear wheel. I have checked the...
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  Which small or medium sized car? 18 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Trying to decide on what auto to buy. Husband no longer able to drive. I want reasonable acceleration and decent safety features. I drive mainly in busy...
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  Buying a new small or medium accessible car 12 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a new automatic (CVT) 5 dr small or medium car. It must have a low sill and must also be able to be adapted for hand controls which...
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  What crossover should we get for £22,000 after our 2006 Honda Civic? 30 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We're looking at changing our 2006 1.8 i-VTEC Honda Civic for a new crossover and would appreciate your view. Most journeys are 5 miles or less, with longer...
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  Is a Peugeot 306 Cabriolet 1.8 S worth keeping as a future classic? 11 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Is a 2002 Peugeot 306 Cabriolet 1.8 S worth keeping as a future classic? I have some reservations about spare windscreen/hood weatherstrips and mine has...
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  Windscreen wipers are stuck - how can I fix? 26 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  The windscreen wipers on my SEAT Alhambra have got stuck. I can hear the motor running with a slipping sound but the wiper blades don’t move. I've also...
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  Buying a Boxster - problems? 5 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I can afford (by part exchanging my MX5) a Porche Boxster 2.7 Tiptronic S, but I'm worrying bout reliability and if there are any known, common, expensive...
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  What checks should I do before buying a Cat S car? 27 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  What paperwork should I ask for from a garage if I'm buying a Cat S car? Must I have a structural report? The car my son is looking at is less than 3 years...
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  Why can't I achieve real world mpg in my Porsche Macan S diesel? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  In September 2016 I bought a Porsche Macan S diesel. The claimed mpg by Porsche is 46.3. Obviously I did not expect to get anything like this but my normal...
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  Does the Peugeot 308's roof leak? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Does the Peugeot 308 have trouble with the roof leaking?
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  I was sold a car without being told it was Cat S - where do I stand? 5 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a car privately but when the certificate returned to me through the post, it says that the car is a Cat S. I was never told that when buying it...
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  Age versus mileage when buying a used car 5 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a used car to replace my 2003 Honda Civic Type S which I have owned for 11 years. I only cover about 3000 miles per year. Should...
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  Jag S Type diesel - a sensible used buy? 6 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking about buying a used Jaguar S Type 2.7 Diesel with manaul gearbox if I can find a good one. Is this car a sensible used buy, and can you confirm...
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  Picking a new 4x4 23 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have an S-Max based on your advice and after 3 years of ownership it hasnt missed a beat. Luckly as I bought new in mid 2008 with a 30%...
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  Our Citroen C4 Grand Picasso EGS jerks when changing gears - should we replace it with a Ford S-Max? 14 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have read your excellent review on the Citroen Grand Picasso EGS, which I bought new in March 2008. I have returned it to the garage under warranty a...
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  Is this Porsche Cayman S a good purchase for £27,000? 9 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a used Porsche Cayman S. The car in question is for sale at a respected large local independent in Aberdeen who specialises in...
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  What is causing wheel judder on my car when pulling out of junctions? 5 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I own an Audi Q3 and there is slight wheel spin causing judder when setting off or turning out of junctions - but not all the time. Is it something to...
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  What things should I look out for when buying a 2008 Ford S-Max? 8 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at buying a 2008 Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi, 133,000 miles on the clock. It's priced at £2650 and I'm looking at it this week. What things should...