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• Help buying a Ford Galaxy! 11 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  . I paid my deposit (by CC) and was then 'phoned to say that "there aren't any Galaxy's around at the moment" and to "'phone to discuss my requirements". Is it Ford or are these problems just created by brokers and dealers? Can anyone recommend a place where I can get a New Galaxy LX with parking
• Ford Focus Instruments 7 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  I've posted this problem before but I'm now concerned that its got worse so here goes! My 1999 Ford Focus 1.8 has been playing up on cold startup, the speedo and tacho have been zooming straight up to the maximum setting and back down as the car starts. This hasn't had any ill effects
• Ford Focus Wheel change 24 Nov 2006 (Forum)
  notice from my focus handbook that 195/60X15 were an original option and my question is, how do ford deal with the slight differences in wheel/tyre sizes offered on new cars. Do they have different speed sensors or is it a matter of a software change to a constant in the speedo? Many thanks SR
• lights for driving abroad 8 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  I have a 03 Plate Ford Mondeo.. and have found that the stick on light deflectors are not applicable to the mondeo as its a clear plastic headlight covering. The Ford handbook states that the headlights are to be adjusted for driving on the right. However as I am taking car to France only for 4
• Ford Transit 100 T260 - lack of power 23 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  Hi, I have a Ford Transit 100 T260. It has the 100bhp 2L Duratec Turbo Di diesel engine. The performance is causing me concern at the moment. At 70mph its gutless although if you put your foot own you can hear the turbo trying hard. Following the same van which has the lower powered 85bhp unit
• Focus TDDI water pump 12 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  I have a 51 plate Focus with a 1.8 TDDI engine which broke down the other day - no power and the temp gauge was off the scale! The Ford dealer says the water pump is leaking (not broken, just leaking a bit) and fittinga new one will costs hundreds! Apparently it involves taking half the engine
• Do i dont i or have i no choice 7 May 2006 (Forum)
  On march 27 i bought a 55 plate galaxy via ford direct.We were expected to pick the car up a week later,i have 4k finance through ge finance (for which i have already paid first months installment)and 14k cash to pay on pick up. We have had a lot of knock backs from then till now and the car
• Ford Suspension Problems 9 Aug 2005 (Forum)
  Found an old post in the archives, and i have exact same problem.. the previous poster, had been given suggestions and never said if suggestion cured the problem. Ford Ka - can anyone help ??? I have a strange "clonking" sound coming from what sounds like inside the dashboard ahead of the driver
• Focus CMAX Fuel Consumption 5 Jul 2005 (Forum)
  Just bought a Focus CMAX 2.0 TDCi Zetec, 8k, one year old from Ford Direct via a Ford dealer. I've had it for about a week and the fuel consumption is about 30mpg on average for 50% town/50% motorway. Is this right? The specs for this car on the Ford website state 50.4mpg, should I expect my car
• Ford Focus 1.8 TDDi zetec 2001 Query 17 May 2005 (Forum)
  My son has looked around and finally decided he would like a Ford Focus 1.8 TDDi Zetec 2001 51 reg with 67k miles.Silver, FSH, sun roof, CD player (multi) but no air con. The car is in good condition apart from a knocking sound under the rear when test driven. The guy who owns the garage
• Ford Escort brakes/suspension 14 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  Following all the problems I have been having with my polo being set on fire (incidentally, I took it back at the weekend and asked for it to be fixed), I went out and bought a '98 Ford Escort to get me to work and back every day. After a few days, there was a severe vibration on braking
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  Is the Renault Master a reliable choice as a camper van? 18 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a 2010 Renault Master automatic which done 60,000 and has service record. Does this model with a 2.4 litre engine and automatic...
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  Has Audi changed the timing belt renewal interval? 30 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Has Audi changed the timing belt renewal period for 2018 A4 1.4 TFSI?
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  What's the best car for a new driver? 20 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My grandson,17,has just passed his driving test and is looking for a first car. Can you advise on which models to choose based on reliability and insurance...
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  What's the best vehicle for towing a horse box? 17 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I need your advice for the most suitable towing vehicle for a horse box (with two horses). I need something that will be able to tow 3000kg to 3500kg....
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  Are insurance premiums going up? 14 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Are insurance premiums increasing in 2023?
• Directional tyres. 9 Jan 2023 (Forum)
  This has only just become a 'thing' for me. For the last couple of weeks, I was aware that the O/S rear tyre on my van was losing pressure, not a huge amount, but enough that I topped it up every morning I was working. Got fed up of this and decided to put the spare on with the intention
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  How can I clean the headlamps on my Jaguar XK8? 7 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  The glass on the headlights of my Jaguar XK8 are becoming misty, not bright and clear as they should be. I'd be reluctant to replace them - they are only...
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  What is causing uneven tyre wear? 2 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My Kia Ceed has a noise which sounds like a wheel bearing problem. My garage says it is due to uneven tyre wear, i.e. going round the circumference wear...
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  Are extended warranties worth the extra? 1 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Are extended warranties really worth taking out? I have a BMW X2 and have been offered an extended warranty by BMW Warranty sales. The cost varies from...