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Can I use a spacesaver tyre on a Fiat Abarth 500? 15 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a Fiat Abarth 500 (July 2013) which has no spare wheel. It's on 195/45/R16s and I've been given a new Ford Ka spacesaver S135/80/B14.... -
Which used small car is best for reliability? 7 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
My daughter wants to buy a small used car, built from 2004 to 2008. She really likes Fords, so wants a Fiesta with a 1.25 or 1.4 petrol engine. However,... -
What's causing my BMW 3 Series to misfire? 5 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 3 Series automatic. Presently, the car misfired on the first start of the day, but clears after five minutes. I’ve replaced two coil packs,... -
Not what it steamed 25 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 48k mile 2002 FIAT Punto from a second-hand dealer two weeks ago for £2,200. I also bought 3-month warranty. After one week I needed to put... -
Half truck 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am retired, so motoring costs matter. I like basic, and favourite cars have been 2CVs and Renault 4s. I need a small pick-up, like the VW Rabbit/Caddy.... -
Would you recommend the Ford Focus or Honda Civic for reliability and good boot size? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm after a Focus-sized petrol car up to two years old (not new) for around £10,000-£11,000. Two key requirements are reliability and boot space. I quite... -
Can I fit smaller wheels to my Skoda Fabia vRS? 16 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Skoda Fabia vRS is fitted with 16" alloys and low profile 205/45 tyres. Can I fit smaller diameter wheels with higher profile tyres? If so, which size? -
My car accelerates without pressure on the pedal - what's wrong? 22 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2017 Skoda Superb 2.0-litre diesel. In December, I noticed the car had started to intermittently idle at 1000rpm or slightly higher and the fan... -
The low oil pressure warning light has come on - what does this mean? 3 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
The low oil pressure warning light comes on in my 2013 Mazda 2.2d. What does this mean? -
I'm looking for a car to transport my mum's mobility scooter - what do you recommend? 21 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a secondhand automatic car to transport my mum's mobility scooter. I would like a vehicle that has two additional seats in the back for... -
Buying a Mazda with high mileage - what should I check? 10 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have the opportunity to purchase for £5750, a company owned (one driver) 2011 Mazda 6 Sport Diesel Estate. It has covered 113,000 miles (mostly motorway... -
Smokeless moans 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
As a pensioner I have understood diesels to be less efficient than petrol on short journeys as they take awhile to warm up. Can you explain what EGR and... -
Which used supermini for £7000-£8000 19 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
This is the first time I've bought a car in 10 years and I'm stumped! I can spend between £7-8000. I need a 5-door, 5-seat car that will be used for... -
Alternative to diesel 4 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I typically drive around 30000 miles per year. To date I've run a series of diesel Golfs and now A3, usually to around 90k to 100k miles without any major... -
What are the best tyres for a soft ride? 6 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2012 Ford Fiesta which needs new tyres. Which tyre would give me the softest ride? -
Alarm / Immobiliser problem 24 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have trawled the topic thread already and tried numerous solutions thus far to no avail. My car which i have had for a few years has developed this... -
Which tyres are best for Ford KA? 27 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2009 Ford KA that needs new two new front tyres, can you recommend the quietest tyres that would be suitable for this car? Also, is there anything... -
I need a van but don't want to buy a diesel. Will it be hard to sell on in the future? 18 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm unable to find a petrol medium van but a van is just what I need. I was particularly interested in the Volkswagen Transporter but I really don't like... -
What is the best engine for a Fiat 500? 31 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
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Why will my Ford Sierra not start? 3 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have an issue with my 1992 Ford Sierra 1.8 diesel. It has an intermittent problem where it will occasionally not start. Any idea what the problem could...