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Mazda CX-5 turbo failure - should I keep my car or sell it? 14 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
The turbo on my 2015 Mazda CX-5 has failed at 82,000 miles. I purchased the car new and it's been serviced by Mazda main dealers in accordance with the... -
Are dealer insurance packages worth the extra? 17 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm picking up a new BMW shortly and the dealer is keen to sell me GAP insurance, smart insurance (for the bodywork), tyre and alloy insurance, and ceramic... -
Technical Questions, Website Faults & Forum Tips 21 Apr 2021 (Forum)
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: 1. Clear your -
Technical Questions, Website Faults & Forum Tips 21 Apr 2021 (Forum)
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: 1. Clear your -
I'm buying a new car, do I go for petrol or diesel? 21 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm buying a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Convertible. Do I buy petrol or diesel? Which model do you recommend? -
Coronavirus means that I may need to cancel the car that I've just ordered - where do I stand? 20 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I ordered an expensive Range Rover to my specification a few weeks ago, which the dealer advises is now ready. I paid a deposit at the time of order. Due... -
Is the BMW i8 set to become a modern classic or a depreciating misfit? 10 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm quite keen on purchasing an early BMW i8 now that values seem to have plummeted to affordable used levels. But with BMW discontinuing this car in April... -
EU driver - Confused 18 Dec 2019 (Forum)
Hello, might someone will be able to help me, or push me into the right direction. I am Lithuanian I have a full lithuanian (EU) drivers license, which I've passed in early 2014. In 2015 I've moved to UK, and made my biggest mistake in my life, drink&drive... Please don't judge me.. Okey, so -
What is the difference in insurance terms between a hire car and courtesy car? 25 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
Our daughter has just suffered a rear-end shunt sustaining severe damage to her Audi. Fortunately, she is signed up with the Audi Ensurance scheme who... -
Is a Toyota Hilux on an £8000 budget going to be reliable? 12 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking to purchase a Toyota Hilux in the next few months but only have £8k to spend. I've seen that a few are available with 100,000+ miles and despite... -
What are the age restrictions for towing a trailer? 11 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
Because of my age, 72, I am restricted to towing a small trailer (gross weight 750kg). How can I upgrade my driving licence to tow a bigger trailer, say... -
How can I preserve the battery of my car when it's stored over winter? 10 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
I plan to over winter my old Morris Minor in an underground car park that has no source of electric power or light. What do you suggest I do to preserve... -
Our SEAT Leon DSG has had two clutch replacements, should we sell it before the warranty period ends? 10 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
My mother bought a SEAT Leon 1.2 TSI DSG new in July 2015. A new clutch was fitted in July 2016 under warranty, and new clutches are now being fitted... -
A garage lied about worn brake pads and charged me an extra £750 - what can I do? 26 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
I took my Mazda MX-5 in for a service recently. When paying for the service, I was told that the pads were 90 per cent worn and the discs had a lip, so... -
Why is No Claims Bonus only valid on one vehicle at a time? 12 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
We've built up a NCB of over nine years with the same insurer on one car. Recently we acquired a second car and insured it with the same insurer, who in... -
Someone scraped my son's car and didn't leave details - do I need to notify my insurer if we aren't claiming? 30 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
Someone has scraped my son's car while it was parked. Do I need to tell the insurance company? I'm afraid it would put up his premiums even though it's... -
My wife won't be driving for a year - should be SORN her car or keep it on my insurance policy? 19 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
My wife will soon be having an operation to remove a small tumour in her head. The oncologist said she will have to stop driving for a year and she must... -
How accurate are speedometers? 7 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
How accurate are speedometers? My Toyota Auris 2016 reads about 10% lower than reality, i.e. 63mph shows as 70mph and 27mph shows as 30mph. This is unacceptable.... -
Honda Civic - Honda Civic - Is this car a good buy? 8 Nov 2017 (Forum)
/2014 - 12575 - newport, motorpoint b) 24 month:- 24/6/ 2015 -18000 - hf veal & sons, radstock c) 36 month:- 19/9/2016 - 26017 - surefit ltd - radstock Owner did not have invoices of any of the services -
Car MPG reading vs calculated reading - why the big discrepancy? 20 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a 2015 Vauxhall Astra diesel 1.6 CDTi, attracted by the high quoted MPG of 76 (combined). I always calculate the cars MPG when I fill...