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Crucial control 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I wish to replace my 2001reg BMW Compact automatic, fitted with push/pull type hand controls and a steering wheel peg. Ideally I am looking for a front... -
Dogs buddy 17 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I retire in 3 years time and after a motoring life of boring family cars and company Mondeos it’s time to buy myself something interesting for weekends,... -
Sportomatic 28 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
Having read your car-by-car breakdown I think you’re bang on the money about the two cars we currently have. I would appreciate some advice over a new... -
I still have a paper driving licence - do I need to renew it now I am turning 70? 5 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have held a paper driving licence with my current address since 1981. I shall be turning 70 in December. Do I have to renew it? -
What is the best car for ride quality? 19 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
What is the best car for ride quality under £35,000? -
What is the cheapest and most reliable used electric car to buy? 19 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
What is the cheapest and most reliable used electric car to buy? Small size is okay and a range above 150 miles on a full charge. -
Is there a new equivalent of the MINI Countryman PHEV? 10 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a MINI Countryman PHEV. MINI no longer produces this model. Do you know if MINI has any plans to replace this model or what would be... -
What fun two-seater convertible do you suggest? 13 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
We are thinking about getting a two seat fun car for our retirement. We love the Mazda MX-5 but sadly with one pair of super-long legs, it’s simply too... -
Can you recommend a hybrid alternative to a Mercedes-Benz E350? 4 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mercedes-Benz E350 but would like to replace it. Is there any new 3.0-litre six-cylinder hybrids available similar to my E-Class? -
Is better to have a dealer service history? 21 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
My MINI will be six years old in September, 35,000 miles. The MINI dealer service will be £180 including VAT. My local garage could do it cheaper but... -
Which premium hatchback has the largest boot? 2 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
We're looking to replace a 2015 Mazda 3 with something similar. But we need a bigger boot, especially for two Spaniels. I'm a bit of a brand snob, and... -
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... -
Is a used car with very low mileage cause for concern? 5 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I’ve seen a BMW 320i M Sport that I’m rather interested in. It’s at the main dealer. It was registered in late July 2017 but has covered only 2500 miles.... -
Are there any worthwhile saloons in the UK? 24 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of replacing my Volkswagen Bora, which I have owned for fourteen years. I'm looking for something similar (saloon with boot) there seems little... -
I lost my key outside my house - how do I stop someone stealing my car? 20 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
A friend lost her BMW key fob while walking her dogs close to her home and is worried that someone finds the key and steals her car. What's the best solution? -
Can I challenge my car's tax band? 10 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
Could you advise how a person can go about challenging a car's band? I believe my car's list price is under £40,000 but the DVLA are telling me to speak... -
Are diesels a definite no for city driving? 30 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering getting a secondhand BMW 3 or 5 Series but the vast majority of my driving is in the city and I rarely do over 20 miles per day. There... -
Is there a good sporty estate or SUV I should consider? 10 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm a new dad and now want to move from an Audi S3 to a more suitable estate or SUV that I will use as a daily drive but would like something sporty. I... -
Can you charge any make of EV or PHEV from a home charging point? 11 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
Do PHEVs have a standardised fitting across all manufacturers? If I fit a recharging pod at my home, say for a BMW and later change to a Kia, will the... -
Are there any hard top convertibles on the market? 7 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a Renault Megane CC. I was planning to buy a newer version of the same car with a budget of around £13,000 but it seems that hard top...
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