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  • Two breakdowns following Volvo services - are they linked? 21 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
    In July 2014 my 2007 Volvo XC90 was serviced by my local dealer. Within 100 miles it lost power and limped along at a top speed of 25mph. The fault was...
  • Volkswagen Lupo - loud screech noise from rad fan 2 May 2010 (Forum)
    and just above the max, when at this temp. Do you know what it could be? I've check the rad fan and it isn't rubbing on anything. Is there anything else that comes on when the rad fan spins up? I don't see how that noise can be related to fluid, unless it there is another pump
  • Busjams, humps, holes, headlight & home! 10 Mar 2007 (Forum)
    in London a 20mph max, it stops, moves on, stops, moves on, stops, you cannot get past because there is a queue of traffic coming the other way, yup that's right ...................... following a bus! Nightmare! Humps: Raised "cushions" in Nightingale Lane between Clapham Common and Wandsworth
  • VW Warranty Hassles 10 Oct 2002 (Forum)
    questioning fell on deaf ears they stuck to the orders are orders line from VW. I was also told that personal imports can only have a two year max warranty which can only be bought before the cars first birthday. However approved imports can buy warranty protection for up to 5yrs. Now all the cars
  • BMW 320D vs F48 X1 24 Apr 2023 (Forum)
    changes. My budget is under £15k. I have narrowed down my search to a saloon or a small suv. Also I would like to experience premium brand for first time hence I am really keen on a BMW. I have found a 320d 2015 with 72k approved BMW used example at £12k and a 2017 X1 18d
  • Why has the water pump failed on my SEAT Leon? 22 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2019 SEAT Leon. It has 18,000 miles on the clock and the warning light for low water showed up recently. My local garage says the pump has failed....
  • What tyres do you recommend for a Volkswagen Tiguan? 8 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
    I am due to replace my tyres on Volkswagen Tiguan 4Motion. The car is a sport version and I find the ride quite hard. What softer tyres can I put on the...
  • Have you heard of Boom car insurance? 14 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
    I’ve just received a car insurance quote via a comparison site for Boom car insurance, which has a 5*Defaqto rating but is completely unknown to me. Have...
  • Cars joining a motorway - who has right of way? 21 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
    Who has right of way when cars enter a motorway/dual carriageway? I usually move to the centre lane to accommodate cars entering from my left but where...
  • Can thieves easily locate a factory-fitted tracker? 10 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
    Earlier this year I bought a new Porsche Cayenne and paid to activate the inbuilt tracker system. It occurs to me that, being a factory-fitted item, they...
  • How much should I pay for a BMW Z3M restoration project? 17 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
    What do you think is a fair price for a 2002 BMW Z3M with 126,000 miles on the clock? It has not been MoT'd since 2016 and it's a bit rough cosmetically...
  • Can you recommend an electric car with good real-world range? 10 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
    I'm interested in buying or leasing a new electric car. Please advise on models that are currently or imminently available that have a good range (real-world...
  • My car door keeps freezing shut. Any advice? 7 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
    In the recent wintry weather, my driver's door has been freezing and refusing to open. The passenger door will open, but I am getting a bit old for car...
  • Should I use a car cover on a classic stored in a garage? 21 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
    Is it best to keep a classic car under a proprietary, breathable, car cover in a well-ventilated garage or just a cotton dust sheet? I have been told these...
  • What EV charging networks should I sign up to? 19 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
    We’ve just taken delivery of the new Honda e. We have a home charger which gives us the range we need in London, but I need to think about charging it...
  • DVLA hasn't responded to my licence application - can I still drive? 3 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
    What is the latest news on renewal of driving licences for over 70s?
  • If the country is on lockdown, what will be the situation regarding tax, MoT and insurance? 24 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
    My cars MoT is due in April with the tax due 1 May. If the country is on lockdown, what will be the situation regarding tax, MoT and insurance?
  • What should I replace my Hyundai i40 Tourer with? 28 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to trade up on my current Hyundai i40 Tourer that I've had for five years. I want to find something with a reasonably sized boot but it needs...
  • Is the Renault Zoe battery lease scheme ending? 30 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
    I was at a launch event for the new Renault Zoe the other evening and the sales team were unsure that the battery lease scheme was going to be available...
  • Hyundai i30 - Advice needed- what went wrong? 6 Oct 2019 (Forum)
    with steering. It’s a 2015 model so not old. Should I query more with the garage? Why did he do the brakes today but not yesterday when I took it in with those specific problems? Any thoughts much appreciated- have always trusted this garage and like them so hoping it’s explainable !
 

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