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• RIP Diesel Hatchback 20 Jun 2020 (Forum)
  Delving into my collection of 80’s and 90’s Diesel Car mags (yes I am a geek) reminds me of the fact that I’m going to miss diesels when they’re gone. I’ve always been a bit laidback when it comes to driving, I prefer a slogger to a speed machine nine times out of ten so they do suit my style. I
• Ford Fiesta - Leak in Used car 8 Jan 2022 (Forum)
  Hi, I purchased a 2009 Ford Fiesta for a run around to get to and from work. The car drove well and had low mileage so was really happy with it. Couple of days after getting the car I smelt something that I believed to be cigarette smoke as it was so potent. After 6 weeks I realised it was damp
• Ford Fiesta - Bubbling coolant reserve following garage work 10 Jun 2021 (Forum)
  So I've recently had a coolant leak repaired on my 2008 model Ford fiesta where the mechanic noted that the water pump and thermostat needed replacing. Having had those replaced and my car returned to me, the leak has stopped however the coolant has begun to boil/bubble after driving the ~30
• Ford Focus Estate 2009 1.6TDCi 110, 120k miles - Focus 1.6TDCi Power loss 9 Dec 2019 (Forum)
  to amount of acceleration, regardless of speed or gear. I drive relatively gently so it isn't much of an issue in everyday use, but of course losing all power and having to restart the ignition on the motorway is something I would rather avoid. Being a 10 year old Ford with 120k miles I don't imagine
• Ford fiesta - Car struggling to drive ABS light on 21 Jun 2019 (Forum)
  Hi all, I know I should probably see a mechanic about this, but I've received some sound advice from this place in the past so I thought I'd give this a shot first...   So my friend's Ford Fiesta (Style plus, 1 litre, manual, 2010)i hasn't  been driven for 6 weeks
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  What's the best used petrol estate for £10k? 19 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I need an estate for my family and dog but driving short journeys probably means petrol. I'm looking for advice with roughly £10-11k to spend. There are...
• Ford Focus - Engine rattling noise on start up 2 Aug 2018 (Forum)
  Hi, I have a 2006 (Mk2) Ford Focus 1.6 LX (petrol). It's done 82k miles. The major work it's had done is a new slave cyclinder and clutch at 45k miles (slave cylinder failure). A new power sterring hose at 56k miles (design fault I understand). Two new wheel bearings at 70k miles
• Ford Focus Estate - 2017 Focus deals vs 4-5 year old cars 15 Feb 2018 (Forum)
  to 200,000 miles like a more basic 1.6 16v though. I could get a new one for £15,000. e.g.: http://www.nationwide-cars.co.uk/cars/ford/focus/10-ecoboost-125-zetec-edition-5dr-78219/ On Autotrader used models are holding onto their value a bit too well. I'd struggle to get one less than 5
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  I've seen a BT Ford Transit for sale - is that legal? 13 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I've seen a BT Ford Transit van being sold privately by an employee. Is that legal? I might buy it.
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  Why is my car having issues since I used Redex petrol cleaner? 22 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  When I first start my 2001 Ford Mondeo in the morning it is great, however when the engine warms up I start having problems. It doesn't matter what gear...
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  Should I buy a petrol or diesel Ford Mondeo estate? 15 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Would you recommend a Ford Mondeo Mk lll estate and, if so, petrol or diesel? I'm doing about 10,000 miles a year, and next year will be driving to Europe...
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  Does the Ford Focus auto use a torque converte gearbox? 12 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at a nearly new Ford Focus 1.5-litre EcoBoost auto (either 150PS or 182PS) and am trying to establish which type of gearbox it has. I think...
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  Ford Fiesta speeding up on its own 6 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I was on the motorway recently in my 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCI and the car started speeding up on its own accord. I applied the brakes and lifted my foot...
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  Ford Focus Estate won't start 14 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2006 Ford Focus Estate (1.6 petrol) that refuses to start. When I switch on the ignition the dash warning lights are displayed. I had a new fuse...
• Ford Fiesta - Dispute with garage on repair of clutch failure 3 Feb 2016 (Forum)
  Hi and thanks for reading. This is in relation to my 2005 Ford Fiesta 1.4 Zetec. Today whilst driving the clutch suddenly failed, going loose and falling to the floor, then when I pulled on it it came up much higher than the other pedals. I couldn't engage a gear and had to phone a local
• Ford Focus - Rattling noise 28 Aug 2015 (Forum)
  ) lambda sensor Spark plugs, leads and Coil pack (all genuine Ford
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  Ford Focus warning light - what does it mean? 9 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I had a DPF delete done in 2013 on my Ford Focus diesel. All was well until late 2014 when the powertrain light came on. I had the ECU checked, but no...
• Ford Ka - Is the buyer at it 2 Feb 2015 (Forum)
  in question is a 12 year old ford ka with 60k on the clock, he got posted back to the UK so de registred the car from the BFG net and re registered it in the UK, once across he relized he had no need for the car, so sold it on to another soldier,    bare with me and ill explain
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  Need winter tyres for my Ford Fiesta 9 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2013 Ford Fiesta and live in the country, with narrow unsalted lanes near my home but no really steep hills. What wheels and tyres would you recommend...
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  Need a cheap and reliable hatchback for £2k 16 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a maximum of £2250 to spend and am looking at buying a used Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3 or Ford Focus. I want a car that will be reasonably cheap...