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My neighbour has been quote £1,900 to replace their Honda Jazz exhaust, is this right? 25 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
Elderly neighbour been quoted a whopping £1,900 including vat and fitting for full exhaust including cat for a 2008 Honda Jazz 1.4 petrol manual. Excessive... -
Do all diesel engines have DPF issues? 6 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
Is there a diesel car yet that can cope with town driving/short journeys without clogging the diesel particulate filter (DPF) and exhaust gas recirculation... -
Technical Questions, Website Faults & Forum Tips 21 Mar 2021 (Forum)
: [Written by Benedict56 8th Oct 2015] If you think something is wrong with the forums or chat rooms and can't get them to work right for you (usually it's just one feature that was working in the past but suddenly isn't any longer), please try this first before posting here -
Is it a good time to buy a new car? 11 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Nissan Juke (petrol, manual), which I love, but it has now done 50,000 miles. I'm thinking of trading it in for a newer one. Is it a good... -
I travel 250 miles a week - will an EV work for me? 4 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
I travel 250 miles a week for work, then weekend driving too. Most of my driving is stop start infuriating M6 traffic, hardly ever breaking the 40mph level.... -
Will my car fail its MoT if the spare does not have the same size tyres as the rest? 20 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
My 2009 car has just failed its MoT for having different sized tyres on the same axle. The spare wheel (steel, but not a space saver with a speed restriction... -
I bought my car back from the insurer after it was written off - can I claim the money back? 8 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
My car was recently declared a Cat N write off and I 'bought' the car back for the write off value less £700. I had the car repaired and am still using... -
Do additives help clean turbos clean? 25 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I see there are various types of additives that claim to keep turbos clean. I would like to know if they work? What can an owner do to keep the turbo oil... -
How do I know if the DPF in my car is regenerating? 6 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a diesel Nissan X-Trail and I try to limit the number of short journeys. When I have to use it I tend to drive in the 2000rpm plus bracket. I have... -
What calculations do insurers use to work out premiums? 16 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I recently replaced my group 40 SUV, valued at £9000 with an annual premium of £640, with a much newer group 15 car of similar value with a premium of... -
Volkswagen - Consumer Rights Act 8 Jul 2017 (Forum)
In mid October 2015, I took delivery of a brand new VW, from a distant VW dealer, financed on a VW Solutions PCP. It was, and still is, intended as a "keeper" for my remaining years. The PCP was paid off in full within 4 months - so first question is whether VW Solutions -
Will a diesel BMW 4 Series hold its value? 11 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
Any views on the 435d? A 2015 model with less than 15,000 miles can be bought for £25,000 which is only £4000 - 5000 more than the equivalent 420d. The... -
Used BMW - Numerous Faults 13 Feb 2017 (Forum)
: I purchased a BMW 530D M Sport back on the 18th December 2016, I've had numerous problems with the car and phoned up to ask for a refund/repair which happened to be on the 30th day of ownership. The trader has refused, I then wrote a detailed email listing faults and the Consumer law act 2015(I can -
Will I pay £140 per year in tax from April 2017 onwards? 10 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
My old Honda CR-V is due a new road fund licence at the end of the month and will cost £265 for 12 months. However, the rate changes on 1 April 2017 to... -
Buying a Mazda CX-5 - which model would you go for? 25 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
After many years with Skoda (and 4+ with Yeti), I'm thinking of changing this week for a Mazda CX-5. I have narrowed the choice to two cars locally (both... -
Need a large car with good fuel eocnomy 10 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for 2.0-litre diesel car with 150PS. I need good fuel economy and impressive handling from the car. What should I get from the: Mazda6, Skoda... -
Lexus RX 450h - invasive engine or exhaust noise in cabin 9 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
My 2012 Lexus RX 450h has developed a loud engine noise. The noise is persistent and deep - almost like a base note. I have owned a RX 450h before and... -
All rental vehicles - Car hire company toll fee scams 23 Dec 2015 (Forum)
Having reted a car at Stanted 5 Oct 2015 I crossed the Dartford bridge at 1800 unaware of the new toll procedure. The rental company has emailed me to-day advisng they have taken £105 from my UK bank a/c to pay the charge. I have spoken with Dart Charge to day who advise me -
Mercedes c220 cdi se exec , reg June 2012 - catastrophic engine failure 13 Apr 2015 (Forum)
finance in December 2013 with 18k miles. On 23rd March 2015 whilst driving about 40 -
Buying a used Kia Cee'd 11 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I went to view a used Kia Ceed recently, which was advertised with "full service history". The car is being advertised by an independent dealer and it...