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The garage doesn't know if my van needs a new cam belt - what should I do? 2 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Caravelle T5 needs a 100,000 mile service. There's some confusion about the frequency of a cam belt change and the dealers are all saying... -
Should I idle the engine of my petrol car after a long run just like you advise for turbo diesel owners? 11 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
You have wisely advised owners of diesel turbo cars to idle the engines after a fast run before switching the engine off. Is the same advise also applicable... -
What automatic Motability car would you recommend? 20 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
A family member has been awarded enhanced motability and would like some advice. They have chosen 4 automatic cars based on what they like (Ford Focus,... -
What's the best sports coupe for £30k? 30 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of trading in my Volkswagen Scirocco soon and am considering what to get next. The shortlist is another Scirocco, Toyota GT86, BMW 2 Series... -
Need an automatic car that's easy to drive 18 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Mum has a 2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 auto. It is her first automatic, having come from a manual, and she loves it apart from one thing - she is finding... -
Discovered rust on my Passat - what are my legal rights? 19 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2009 Volkswagen Passat estate from a local dealer a couple of weeks ago. However I subsequently noticed small blisters of rust on the B pillars... -
Buying a used car: Passat or Mondeo? 7 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I would like to ask your opinion about the Volkswagen Passat and Ford Mondeo. I want to buy a used car with a manual gearbox and petrol engine. I've seen... -
What's classified as wear and tear? 11 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
My 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0 TDI has just cost £1798 to get the clutch rebuilt and the flywheel replaced after the slave cylinder exploded and contaminated... -
Recommissioning a Mk1 Golf Cabrio 10 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a Mk1 Volkswagen Golf convertible which was last started 16 years ago! It has been kept in a garage since then. Apart from buying a new battery and... -
Golf auto hill start difficulty 5 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2013 Volkswagen Golf auto and have trouble starting the car on hills. We never had this problem with our old 2006 Golf auto, is there a fault? -
What's the best small auto? 24 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
My mother would like to buy a replacement for her aged, but much loved, convertible Volkswagen Golf. She would like an automatic with a petrol engine and... -
Is it possible to change the gearbox oil on a DSG? 17 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
Last week I asked my local Volkswagen dealer about changing the gearbox oil and filter on my 2011 Golf. However, I was told that it has a 'sealed for life... -
Passat warning light - dpf fault? 12 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have just had a fault light come on the dash of my Passat CC and a message saying diesel-particle. Would you have any idea what this means , as the light... -
Buying a used car for £7k - Fiesta, Golf or Ibiza? 23 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have £6750 to £7500 spend on a used small car. I live in a rural hilly area and rarely venture onto a motorway. My mileage is about 10,000 a year. Which... -
Why does my Caddy suffer from clutch judder? 6 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
My 2008 Volkswagen Caddy violently judders whilst pulling away, especially in reverse. I have been advised that it is likely to be clutch judder and is... -
Need a reliable auto - what do you recommend? 24 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a new or nearly new medium sized car. I'm worried about the fluid issue and hesitance in pulling away with a Volkswagen DSG and also concerned... -
Golf returning poor fuel economy - are the new tyres to blame? 11 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I recently replaced old "Event" tyres with new Michelin ones on my wife's 2006 Volkswagen Golf diesel. On a regular round trip of 120 miles, her on-board... -
Buying a modern classic convertible 10 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am nearing retirement and would like a reliable and economical soft top. The Mazda MX5 just seems too popular, I like the idea of a MK1 or MK2 Volkswagen... -
How long does it take to fit a new engine? 15 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2010 Volkswagen Golf, which has done 34,000 miles. A few weeks ago the car developed a misfire and my local dealer charged eight hours at £80 per... -
Which small SUV or family hatch? 17 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a small petrol suv/hatchback and am looking at the Renault Capture, Volkswagen Golf and Citroen Cactus. I will be doing about 8,000...
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