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Ford Focus Mk2 - Cabin air intake vents 4 Feb 2023 (Forum)
This is a general question about the air intake vent that runs across the top of the engine bay, just under the windscreen. My daughter's car has a slight... -
Automatic petrol car in £7000 16 Oct 2022 (Forum)
Exclusiv ( 44,000 miles ) = £5,495 5) KIA Venga 2 2011 (11 reg) 1.6 ( 32,000 miles ) = £5,995 6) KIA Venga 2 2011 (11 reg) 1.6 ( 18,000 miles ) = £6,295 7) Ford Fiesta 2011 (61 reg) 1.4 Zetec ( 53,345 miles ) = £6,695 8) Ford Fiesta 2012 (61 -
What's the best extended cab pick-up truck with an auto gearbox? 17 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy a UK/EU pick-up truck with an extended cab (not full crew cab), that has automatic gearbox and as many creature comforts as possible,... -
Van doors don’t shut independently, is this an MoT failure? 16 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
Would it be an MoT failure if the underlying rear door on a Ford Transit van doesn’t latch properly independently? The overlying rear door latches and... -
How do I reject an unsafe car? 3 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
My son wishes to claim a full refund on his second-hand 2010 Ford Focus. The car cuts out and is unsafe to drive the 35 miles back to the dealer. How should... -
Petrol cars - Spark plug - longevity, and gap 31 Dec 2021 (Forum)
How things change....for the better! My 1980 TR7 handbook says renew plugs at the 12,000 mile service. I seem to remember our Ford Focus recommendation was 30,000 miles. Recently I read somewhere that today's plugs should last 100,000 miles. Anyway, I changed -
How does a stop-start engine systems work? 20 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
We have a Ford Fiesta with a manual transmission. Could you explain how the stop-start operates? -
What used, petrol SUVs are worth looking at? 16 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've been looking at a used Honda CR-V for my next car. I like a large boot and feeling higher up in the vehicle. I've test-driven a petrol one as I do... -
I'm looking for a medium-sized hatchback. What's the best model to buy? 23 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I've got up to £25k to spend. I'm looking at the Volkswagen Golf Mk8 (either the Style or the R). It's a Golf-size car I want, with a diesel engine and... -
Do I need to buy and fit a child seat for just one trip? 24 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
I need to collect my 3-year-old grandaughter and mother from the airport as a one-off journey. Do I need to buy and fit a child seat for one trip? -
What's the best small SUV with an automatic transmission? 10 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to change my current car after the winter for a small SUV. I have back and left knee ligament trouble so an auto box is preferable. I'd be... -
What small cars do you recommend? 17 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a Citroen C1 that has been amazing but I'm thinking of changing it. I have about £1600 to spend and need something with good mph, comfortable and... -
James Ruppert 26 Apr 2020 (Forum)
complex at all. No turbos, no diesels, no gadget laden prestige metal or SUV’s. It should’ve been something more like the following but then what do I know? Ford Focus 1.6 petrol Ford Fiesta 1.25 petrol Mazda 3 1.6 petrol Honda Jazz Honda Civic petrol Honda Accord petrol Toyota Yaris petrol Toyota -
Salesman told me my car had cruise control but it doesn't - can I reject the vehicle? 20 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
The salesman told me my Ford Fiesta ST has adaptive cruise control but it doesn’t and it can’t be retrofitted. Can I reject the car? The manager says Terms... -
Why does the clutch feel like it's slipping on my Mondeo Powershift? 19 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI with the Powershift gearbox. When I am driving at around 40-50 mph, the engine revs fluctuate up and down probably... -
What new hybrid vans are coming in 2020? 11 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a hybrid van. What's in the pipeline for 2020? -
What's the best first car for a 17 year old? 11 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
My son turns 17 later this month and I am looking for guidance on a first car. Our budget is £2500 and I am thinking Toyota Yaris, Honda Jazz, Mitsubishi... -
I'm after a workhorse MPV - what do you suggest? 3 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for an MPV for carting around me, my wife and two dogs, with space for an ageing mother and (fold up wheelchair) plus stock for our pub! It... -
How do I keep a petrol particulate filter in good condition? 27 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
We have a Fabia TSI automatic and live in a rural area so speeds are low and limited to 30mph for miles around. The auto keeps the revs as close to 1500... -
What's the best pick-up on a budget? 4 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
What is the best bet for an older twin cab pick-up on a £2-3k budget? It will be used for light use and occasionally towing a caravan.