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  • I purchased a car with some minor faults - what are my rights? 19 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
    I purchased a Citroen C4 Picasso on 10 August, it's three years old and had 21,000 on the clock. On arrival to my viewing and during the test drive I noticed...
  • Was I missold a car because it's not getting the mpg I was told? 22 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
    What do the WLTP phases mean in real terms? Is the extra high phase just motorway driving? Basically, I bought a new Hyundai Kona 1.6 hybrid as I wanted...
  • When should you change the coolant in an almost 30 year old car? 28 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 1990 Volkswagen Polo Estate that had one little old lady owner from new and has done 51000 miles. It has been serviced annually by the same local...
  • BMW 3-Series: engine Noise and Coolant Loss - can you help? 6 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    A couple of months ago I bought a 15,000 2008 BMW 330i SE Auto (E90) from my local main dealer. Upon collection, I noticed a number of noises from the...
  • Extort advice 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I have seen your letters on parking difficulties and wonder if you have any information or advice about the notice described below. My elderly relatives...
  • I bumped another car but am being asked to fix damage I didn't cause - am I liable? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I had an unfortunate incident yesterday in my work's car park. My car wouldn't start so I had to push it back to get the start leads to the engine. When...
  • Malta imported car 31 Jan 2016 (Forum)
    Hi, Can someone kindly advise as to the problems and pitfalls of buying a Malta import? The car in question is a Ford Focus 1.0 Zetec spec, the spec seems identical to the UK spec. The price is considerably cheaper than a pre reg UK spec car. What are the pitfalls? Cons? Problems? Will it have
  • KIA Rio - paint protection upholster safeguard 7 Apr 2015 (Forum)
    just bought a new kia (pick up next week) .  kia trying to sell me paint and interior protection for £450 ?? dose any one know anything about this (safe guard )product ? is it worth it or just a selling scam i have seen it on ford as dimond bright names        
  • SAAB 9-5 - £2k budget - 3 car shortlist 20 Oct 2014 (Forum)
    SAAB 9-5 2.2 TiD Mercedes E220 CDi Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi Opinions and substantiating comments please.  Other models will not be considered for reasons best known to me.  I'm leaning towards the SAAB at the moment and intend to view one today.  
  • Ldv convoy Lpg - How much do they cost to run? 24 May 2014 (Forum)
    Hello I have a ford transit but was thinking of doing house clearances/ Removals so need a bigger van , I am thinking of getting an LDV Convoy LPG . Does anyone know about the LPG version reliability cost to run etc?
  • new car purchase 8 Feb 2013 (Forum)
    I asked a while ago for some information on which new car to buy from a choice of 3. I have decided that the best buy for me would be the Ford Focus 1.0 125 EcoBoost Titanium 5dr hatchback. Would appreciate anyone who has any constructive feedback (positive/negative) before I part
  • Car for 'soft' ride 10 Feb 2012 (Forum)
    My parents are contemplating buying a new car (well one a year or so old) but due to my mother having back problems they are after a 'soft' ride. How/Where can I find out which cars may provide this - without having to read every review? They are looking at Ford Focus type cars Thanks Jibergurt
  • 2.0 tdci 2008 saloon - Injector Pump problems 24 Nov 2010 (Forum)
    anyone had any problems with new shaped mondeo, cut out and will not start again been though diagnotics and ford have had it for eight days, replaced injector pump, injectors, crank pulley sensor, camshaft sensor, fuel filter and housing. uncle john cobley and ...............................................................
  • Land Rover Freelander 2 (2006 - ) - 07 2.2 Cambelt Change Interval - 2.2 TD4 28 Jan 2010 (Forum)
    Does anybody know the recommended cambelt change interval (distance/time) for the current 2.2 TD4 (PSA/Ford) unit in the Freelander 2? The owners manual is strangely silent on the matter... Cheers
  • Best estate for £3K 17 Jul 2008 (Forum)
    Looking to buy an estate for the first time so need a bit of guidance! Requirements are: Preferably diesel Manual Space for a dog Nice drive/stylish (know this is in the eye of the beholder) Budget is about £3k, have perused the Volvos, Fords, Skoda estates and they all seem to fit the bill
  • Volkswagen Sharan (1995 - 2009) - Archbishop calls for Sharan Law... 8 Feb 2008 (Forum)
    I see the Archbishop of Canterbury has caused a fuss by suggesting the introduction of Sharan Laws into the British legal system. Would this be applied to all VW drivers and is it likely to be extended to drivers of Ford Galaxies? I wonder what the punishment would be for a dodgy headlight ;-)
  • Turbo My Diesel Fiesta 7 May 2007 (Forum)
    I own a 1993 Ford Fiesta 1.8 Dl and would like to fit a turbo. Can anyone tell me if this is possible and what parts I would need. I don't really want to replace the whole engine as it has just had a rebuild. Any help on this project would be greatly appreciated. Cheers. Jeff
  • Kia Pride manual ('94 1300cc) 25 Feb 2007 (Forum)
    I've just bought one of these (stop sniggering at the back there) and discovered Haynes doesn't do a manual. They list an Australian Mazda 121/Ford Festiva, which I understand are more or less the same, but are currently out of stock. Can anyone out there help please? The first job
  • escort/mondeo cd cover thingymajig 10 Feb 2007 (Forum)
    Hi. You know on fords the cd/cassette player unit is big. Does anyone know what that thing is called where you clip it in so you can fit in a aftermarket cd player. I know it black and fills in the gap. I hope someone can make sence of this. Cheers for anyhelp.
  • New Freelander 17 Oct 2006 (Forum)
    Just seen the pictures of the updated Freelander due in the Autumn. Looks really good, they've tidied up the exterior but the biggest change is the inside with a better dashboard and other modifications. Looks like the Ford influence is beginning to come through. Same range of engines includint
 

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