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  • How reliable is the Vauxhall Insignia? 29 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I am interested in a 2014 Insignia SRi CDTi 140 at a local dealer (20k miles, ex-rental plus one owner). Looking at your Car-by-Car Reviews, it would be...
  • Need a used MPV with an automatic gearbox 27 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I want to buy a used MPV with an automatic gearbox and cruise control. The car must have loads of space be practical as I'm a keen golfer. I've test driven...
  • Buying a second car - what should we get? 26 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
    We have up to £5500 to buy a second car for local runs, shopping and dog walks. We would like a small comfy car with a flat load area suitable for two...
  • Which used Jaguar is best? 22 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I am hankering after my first, and probably only, Jaguar. I do very low mileage and would prefer a car with a petrol engine and manual gearbox. What do...
  • Jaguar XJ - X350 - petrol or diesel? 24 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
    Thinking of buying Jaguar XJ - X350 model. I drive about 250 miles per week, and wondered if the diesel made sense, or if the 3.0-litre V6 would be more...
  • Electric wing mirrors are not working after car wash 25 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
    A few weeks ago I bought used (2006 model) Ford Focus. Everything was working fine before I sent it to a local cleaning centre to do a full interior clean....
  • Renault Clio III - Help with buying a second car 16 Dec 2015 (Forum)
    initial thoughts were: - Small engine (1.2 to 1.4) - Petrol - 3 Door - Cost to £2.5k I've been looking around for a Clio, Corsa, etc. and found a 07 plate Clio for £2k from a main dealer (Ford) but I'm a bit concerned that it sounds
  • Buying new from Europe 7 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
    Is the price of a new BMW X1 purchased in Belgium or Germany lower than UK now the Euro is cheaper for UK buyers please? I assume that there will be few...
  • Toyota Aygo sudden loss of power 29 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2006 Toyota Aygo diesel but recently a couple of times I have had a quick sudden loss of power as if something is slipping or cutting out. It...
  • Ford Focus - Fod Focus MK2 petrol - 1.6, 1.8 or 2.0? 23 Jul 2015 (Forum)
    Someone recently crashed into the back of my car (2005 Focus MK2 1.6 Ghia) when I was parked up as they were not paying attention. It was a heavy impact...
  • Ford Focus MkII - Lambda + throttle connection ? 12 Jun 2015 (Forum)
    Hello there, I am having some - maybe rare - trouble with my Focus MkII, 1.6 petrol, 2010. Is anyone out there who experienced the same thing who could...
  • Ford Fiesta 1.6 tdci econetic - Misfire -possible over cooling ? 31 May 2015 (Forum)
    My fiesta has an annoying problem whereas it appears to misfire after lifting your foot of the accelerator. It starts fine, pulls great etc but when driving...
  • Does the Fiesta suffer from regular clutch failure? 10 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I am really worried about clutch on my Ford Fiesta, having read about repeated failures on the Focus 1.0 EcoBoost. My clutch and some kind of cylinder...
  • Best new car for £15k? 15 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I have a £15k budget and want a brand new car. I have no particular requirements, other than a minimum of four seats for occasional passengers. I do around...
  • Need to replace my 206 GTI - what do you recommend? 28 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am selling my 10 year old Peugeot 206 GTI and would like a car with a similar spec and acceleration. My local mechanic recommends a Honda Jazz for greater...
  • What's the best estate for £4k? 16 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to replace my rather tired 2005 Ford Fiesta 1.4 LX. I want something larger, like an estate, but only have £4000 to spend. I will be covering...
  • 52 Plate Mondeo 2.0 Ghia X - Help! 2002 - 2005 Mondeo Engine Swap Problems 6 Jul 2014 (Forum)
    to ford and they are saying a different wiring loom but, and I quote, he said "tbh I dont even know how to wire up a plug".. typical ford <*** class="bbc_emoticon" src="http://www.talkford.com/public/style_emoticons/default/laugh.png" alt=":lol:" /> I also
  • Ford Fiesta Van - Accident - whose at fault legally ? 10 Jun 2014 (Forum)
    Hello all, Hope someone here has been in a similar situation or understands the legal position i'm in with regards to this incident... About a year...
  • Buying a used family car for £10k - what's best? 24 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to replace my 2008 Citroen C5 Tourer. I do about 15,000 miles per year now and want a medium size, reliable replacement with reasonable performance...
  • Ford Focus 2006/7 1.8 Flexifuel Estate - central locking, locking and unlocking by itself 29 Jan 2014 (Forum)
    My central locking is locking and unlocking by itself. I have only noticed this while the engine is running, I don't know if it does this when parked....
 

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