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• Undercover 25 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  I have noticed over the past year or so an ever increasing number of undercover police cars in London (when I say notice it is that they have got their blues and twos on). Is there a reason for this other than terroism? They have a wide selection of cars, Fords, Vauxhalls, BMWs, Subaru
• Car Import 10 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  Was wondering what people thought about the following; There is a Ford Dealer who imports cars originally from Guernsey. They seem to be good quality/low mileage vehicles. They have to be re-registed here in order to be sold in the UK. Unfortunately there is no way of doing any kind of HPI check
• Exhaust question 3 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  Hi again, My Exhaust on a ford fiesta 1.8lx has a massive hole about 3/4 the way to the end just before the (silencer?) part. Do Exhausts come in 2 or 3 part , would i order a middle section, or do you usually buy a complete exhaust ? tahnks for any help.
• Galaxy Handling Improvements 30 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  I have been asked whether there are any spring or shock absorber upgrade kits available for a July 2001 1.9 TDI (115PS) Galaxy. All the info I have is just for the OE setup. If anyone has any non Ford information on the above I would be grateful. Thanks Charles
• Freelander residuals. Discuss 29 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  Just heard on the radio (didn't it used to be called the wireless?) that the Freelander has the best used residuals in the land. Could this be because nobody has ever managed to cover more than 6,000 miles in one? Badge snobbery on a Ford. Whatever next? No Dosh ** Quick, talk motoring, Mark's
• dodgy petrol 20 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  Dear John, In todays Telegraph you mentioned poor quality petrol could have worn the bores of a BMW.Please recommend the best petrol for my ailing Ford Escort 1.6 Zetec or any other.Who supplies Tesco garages? Best wishes Mick. 20,Sorrel Close . Thornbury. Bristol
• renewal of cam belt 22 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  Help, My Mondeo,reg Jan 97 30000ish Mls,is coming up for its 5th service,one Garage is saying as it is 5yrs old the Cam Belt and Tensioner should be changed,the local Ford Garage goes along with this although the Hand Book says 10 yrs or 80000 Mls. Advice please,
• 2 weeks in the US - observations motoring & other 13 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  , but with a great satellite radio (Sirius I think)- kids kept wanting radio 1 but 70's and 80's channels won the day! Could not really find traffic announcements but I think that was again similiar to the UK with most cars and say if you are on AM you can't receive FM traffic announcements. Used BIL's Tom Tom 710
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  I'm buying a used Ford Transit - how do I check the service history? 7 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at a 36,000 mile 2019 Ford Transit which has been a company vehicle. The seller says it was a lease vehicle with Enterprise and possibly an...
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  How much will my 1995 Ford Mondeo Ghia X be worth? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford Mondeo Ghia X, 1995 with a 6 cylinder, 2.5l engine. It has done about genuine 70km with new driveshafts, suspension, clutch, starter, windscreen,...
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  Best £5000 van with off-road capability? 5 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm a dry stone waller looking to replace my Ford Ranger pick-up with a smaller, more economical van. I need petrol as I don't do huge mileages day-to-day....
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  What would you recommend for a couple who want a comfortable, reliable SUV? 13 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are in our late 60s, retired and are looking to buy an SUV for the first time for its ease of access and high position. We don't care about...
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  How far and for how long do we need to drive our car to keep it in good condition? 11 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Being retired and benefitting from home deliveries during the latest COVID-19 restrictions, our 2017 Ford Fiesta has remained in the garage for some weeks....
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  Can you recommend a reliable family car for £1000? 19 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm currently looking for a second car that can double up as daily transport for short local journeys and taking the family and dog on local outings. We're...
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  Buying a first car - what should I choose? 23 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I’m 20 and am looking at my first car. I have two main options; a 2018/19 VW Polo or 2013-16 Mercedes-Benz A-Class. I like the A-Class for its beautiful...
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  Can you recommend a versatile and roomy hatchback or estate? 13 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We're looking for a reliable roomy estate/hatchback that can fit a small dog crate in the boot and a medium dog crate on the back seat, which preferably...
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  The ULEZ means I will no longer be able to go the 500 metres to my local supermarkets for my elderly mum - are Blue Badge holders exempt from the £12.50 charge? 12 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 2009 diesel C4 Grand Picasso. I live in a postcode just outside the A406. TFL is proposing to bring in an Ultra Low Emissions Zone next year...
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  What cheap, used van can I get to carry gardening tools? 25 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I'm 6-foot tall and want to haul around scuba diving equipment and gardening tools. I need a car or van to do 10,000 - 15,000 miles per year, for around...
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  Ford Focus - EcoBoost or diesel? 31 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a Ford Focus petrol (57 plate). I've had it six years and its been brilliant. I've put 127,000 miles on it and it's not put a foot wrong....
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  Looking to buy a latest model Focus - have the clutch issues been addressed? 4 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a new, or nearly new Ford Focus, specifically the EcoBoost 125 model. Having searched your site I found many issues being reported...