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  • When's the next Lexus RX coming? 3 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Drawing a software analogy, it seems to me that the RX 450h is to the RX400h as Windows Vista is to XP - not a real successor. So are Lexus working on...
  • Does my Ford Mondeo have DAB+? 11 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I have owned a 2016 Ford Mondeo Titanium Mk5 from new and the vehicle has been highly satisfacory and trouble free. However I am concerned that the advent...
  • Should I replace the cambelt on a low mileage Ford Focus or sell it? 25 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
    My wife's late 2008 Ford Focus 1.6 Titanium has just 31k on the clock. It has a full service history but has not had the cambelt (and the associated pumps...
  • What's the best auto SUV for under £30,000? 23 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
    I am considering changing my 2019 Ford Focus auto (with the dial selector) for a new Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI DSG. I am very disappointed with the Ford auto...
  • Ford Focus ST - Stalling Issue 6 Oct 2014 (Forum)
    that they had never heard of the issue but carried out road tests and diagnostics, Nothing flagged up. The stalling continued, with one episode it stalled 3 times in 5 minutes. So I took it to another Ford garage. They also said they had never heard of it and that I was the first owner to bring an ST
  • Ford Maverick - Which to buy? CRV mk1 or Maverick mk2 15 May 2012 (Forum)
    budget but can afford to service and maintain, within reason. I like the mk1 Honda CRV, but I've seen a few Ford Mavericks  that look good value too. I'm looking at the 2.0 Zetec Maverick, the same car as the Mazda Tribute, not the Nissan Terrano version. There are more Hondas to choose from
  • Ford Focus Zetec 5 Dr 1.6 Tdci (2011 mark3) - Control panel lights and cAN bus issues 23 Jan 2015 (Forum)
    I am having problems with control panel lights on my 2011 mark 3 Ford Focus Zetec 5 door hatchback 1.6 tdci. (32000 miles). Purchased s/h November 2014. When
  • Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - DVLA Scrapped my car - HELP! 5 Feb 2010 (Forum)
    to be scrapped and it?s worth of £3000+ would be lost, not to mention the remaining balance owed to the finance company of £3000+ and simply let it happen. The finance company continue to damage my credit history, add charges and contact me politely (as I have been very apologetic to them) whilst
  • Why does the accelerator pedal on my Ford Ka sit so high? 10 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I have just got my first car which happens to be a Ford Ka 2010. I've noticed that compared to the other cars I have been driving recently the accelerator...
  • Is a Ford Mondeo ST220 a good investment? 13 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I run a 2004 Ford Mondeo Ghia X 130 diesel currently and like the spec, reliability and comfort on long distances. Is the ST220 a practical buy to replace...
  • What should I replace my Ford Fiesta with? 19 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
    Can you recommend a car to replace my Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost? I enjoy driving it but it has given me problems since new. I've looked at your website...
  • Our car won't start and no one seems to know why? 5 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2011 Ford Galaxy and it has just stopped starting. It is currently sitting at our local Ford garage who have run two diagnostic tests - one mechanical...
  • Clutch slipping on Ford Focus 1.0 Ecoboost 11 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I am having problems with my clutch rubbing/slipping on my Focus 1.0 ecoboost 2012. I bought the car second hand back in September last year and it has...
  • What is causing my daughter's Ford Ka to over-rev when idling? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My daughter has a 2004 Ford Ka. It has developed an intermittent fault whereby it will often over-rev when idling or rev in "pulses" as if someone is fanning...
  • Which company car for my colleague will handle A and B-roads, congestion and motorways? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    A colleague travels from work in Lancashire to home in mid-Wales every week. She runs a company car on a three-year lease. For the first time she has decided...
  • Feedback on Focus engine problem 30 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I just wanted to make yourself and readers aware that there is a problem with the DV6C unit by PSA and Ford. We have a Focus TDCi 115 on the 2011 model...
  • Ford Focus Zetec Estate losing power and slight knocking when at standstill. 18 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Been driving an X Reg Ford Focus Zetec for last five weeks. No problems until now. It seems to be missing or losing power a little and slight knocking...
  • Ford Focus fuel economy problems. 25 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2007 Focus 1.6 TDCI 110 DPF with 89,000miles. Got it eight months ago when it had 82,000 and was fantastic until recently when I noticed a drop...
  • Spare keys 3 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
    Main car key to my Ford Focus lost (suspect stolen by a pick-pocket in supermarket). Replacement from Ford Main Dealer (Lisburn N.I.) is to cost approx....
  • Tax friendly taxi 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking at upgrading my car to an MPV. I am happy to consider all options however my budget will only allow me to buy a used car. I need to buy a...
 

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