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Why is my AA renewal price so high? 30 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
Our Gold AA Membership cards arrived last week, but there was no renewal price included. I phoned the company and was told the renewal price was £302.... -
Carrying an oversized load with the boot open? 10 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an E46 coupe, which I can easily fit 1200 x 1800mm sheets of plasterboard in. I need to carry 2 doors of 1980mm- so there is an overhang (approx... -
Can a trader sell a car as 'spares or repairs' to avoid liability if something goes wrong? 16 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm interested in a car I have seen advertised in a classified ad on eBay by a trader. They advise that the vehicle is a "Part exchange to clear and, like... -
Is it better when buying a used car to go for an older vehicle with a lower mileage or a younger vehicle with a higher mileage? 23 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am about to buy a Honda Jazz 1.4 VTEC with 88000 miles for £3500. I am slightly concerned about the high mileage for a relatively young car and from... -
Our Audi A3 caught fire in the middle of the night - who can we claim from for possession damage and a hire car? 30 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
My partner's three-year-old Audi A3 caught fire on our drive at 4am (it was stationary and switched off at the time) and has been written off. The car... -
Can I change my insurance company every year to obtain the best quote? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Are there any drawbacks in changing your car insurer every year to get the cheapest quote? -
Buying a powerful car, but want good MPG - what do you recomment? 13 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a powerful car, but want good fuel economy and a comfortable ride. I currently drive a BMW 1 Series, but am fed up with the high cost of... -
Where can I get a Collision Damage Waiver for a hire car in New Zealand? 2 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I will be hiring a car for thirty days in New Zealand next February. Please can you inform me of reputable insurers who provide a Collision... -
Why has my car insurance increased so much this year? 20 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
My insurance premium has doubled in 12 months, for a Toyota Touring 2.0 Hybrid. I am 74, with 57 years driving and a clean licence, as well as being an... -
What are the best offers on new cars, including free insurance? 13 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
We're looking to insure a 17 year old driver. We are unsure which strategy to pursue, buy new - including free insurance - or buy a used car for £1000... -
My new 508 has a fault 20 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just taken delivery of a brand new diesel Peugeot 508 SW. It arrived with the towing eye cover missing. This was pointed out to them by me and... -
Crunch credit 22 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I write to echo your advice regarding hire car scams when taking a car in for an insurance claim. I have recently been involved totally innocently with... -
Fraught Fiesta 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
Last October I bought a nearly new 2008 Ford Fiesta ST150. The car at the time seemed a good deal, had an extended years warranty and was classed as a... -
Problem with garage repair - what are my rights? 29 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
Four months ago I couldn’t open the boot on my 2013 Mazda 5. My local garage stripped the inside of the boot and replaced the catch. They did a few other... -
Can my friend cancel their car lease agreement due to ill health? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
A friend of mine who has a terminal illness is having trouble cancelling his lease on his car as he cannot drive anymore due to his illness. The leasing... -
Is a PHEV a better choice than a hybrid? 17 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have owned Toyota hybrids for a few years now and have been satisfied with the quality and performance. My wife and I cover about 12,000 miles a year.... -
How much is a 1983 Honda Accord EX Coupe worth? 5 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
An elderly chap near me has asked me to help him sell his Honda Accord EX Coupe from 1983. It is in remarkable condition for its age both inside and out,... -
Am I being ripped off over my brake disc replacement? 22 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
In April 2015 I purchased a Nissan Qashqai with 12,000 miles on the clock, from an authorised Nissan dealer. When I booked the car in for its first service... -
Can my daughter fit all-weather tyres to her 2008 Volkswagen Golf? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2008 Volkswagen Golf Sportline estate, fitted with alloy wheels and low profile tyres, which seem absolutely useless in wintry conditions. I am... -
Turbo failure whilst towing a caravan - who should pay for the repairs? 6 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a used 2006 Kia Sorento 2006 a few months ago. The car cost £10,995 from a Kia dealer and had 70,000 miles on the clock. We took out a HP agreement...
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