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  • New Polo or used Golf? The GTI question. 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I currently drive a Scirocco 210 GT which I love, but the very wide doors make exit difficult in car parks. I can afford a new Polo GTI or a year old Golf...
  • Is the DPF in a Volkswagen Golf covered under warranty? 5 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Is the DPF in a VW Golf covered under warranty? Car now in limp mode after the DPF did not regenerate. After doing what was recommended in manual,...
  • Cold comfort, firm 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Please suggest winter tyres suitable for a 2009 Ford Fiesta Titanium currently sporting 16inch alloys with 195/45, low profile tyres. I propose to...
  • Windscreen cleaning problems 16 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My windscreen is not cleaning properly. I have changed the wipers twice and I still have patches which remain unclear. I have taken advice and so far have...
  • Winter tyre problem 6 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Why cant I source a supplier of All Seasons tyres, ideally run flat, for my MINI? Current tyres are 225/45R18. MINI wants nearly £1500 and goodness-knows-how-much...
  • Looking to buy a second hand car 5 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking at a secondhand Honda Jazz 1.4DSI that is on a 04-plate. The car has 91,000 miles on the clock, and the price is £2690. I will be a weekend...
  • Engine specs and gearing 26 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have just purchased a 2012 Kia Cee'd. I have had diesel for the past 15 years, all Volkswagen Group PD then CR. I find that this car has no response...
  • Should I sell to a restorer/ 6 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have inherited a 1966 Fiat 600. It is in resonable condition but has not run for 10 years and needs serious work to restore it to its former glory. A...
  • Which small CVT auto? 26 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Having been burnt by expensive replacement of a failed CVT on current car, I wish to replace with a new or used small to medium car with a reliable AND...
  • Replacement for Vauxhall Zafira? Not necessarily an MPV 22 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I need to replace my Vauxhall Zafira and am unsure what to replace it with. Only use the boot space for camping but am happy to tow a trailer instead...
  • Starting trouble with an Audi A3 20 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have just had my injectors replaced as part of a recall by Audi. They replaced the injectors but not the looms. Since getting the car back - when left...
  • DPF in Golf Mk5 14 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I've been looking at replacing my ageing Mk4 Golf GT TDi. After considering many options of new, I have decided the sensible financial option for now maybe...
  • Petrol or diesel executive car? 8 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I do short journeys, mostly up to 4 miles, with occassional long journeys. I like BMW 5 Series or maybe C-Class estates and prefer 6 cylinder engines. My...
  • Are KIA engines chain cam? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    It looks as if KIA engines are chain cam, which I believe you recommend. Do you have any brief comments re petrol/diesel and or manual/automatic?
  • Noisy Golf transmission 5 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I've been told by my VW mechanic that my 51 plate Golf mk 5 is making a whirling noise that is coming from the main shaft bearing, and would need a gearbox...
  • Which family MPV, and which fuel? 25 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    We are looking to buy a family MPV and are considering the Peugeot 5008 or the Citroen Grand Picasso. The car will be used for general running around in...
  • Which ignition conversion kit for my 1972 MGB Roadster? 25 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I would like to convert the ignition in my 1972 MGB Roadster, but am confused by the variety of kits on the market and what they offer. As prices range...
  • Braking system warning light - nothing wrong with brakes. 23 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My daughter's Zafira SRI (07) is showing the braking system warning light after running over a brick on the road. She has been told that the brakes are...
  • Is it worth using Shell V-Power? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    We decided to take your advice and use Shell V-Power in place of supermarket fuel. When we started the trial, a petrol station attendant enthusiastically...
  • Hyundai i30 Export model - can you help? 31 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am English but based in Poland. I am about to buy a Hyundai 130 1.4 2010 "BASE PLUS" but I can't find any specifications for the 'Base Plus' Model. Can...
 

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