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Is a TVR Tasmin a good investment? 4 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
There is a TVR Tasmin (wedge shape from the 80's) on eBay with a salvage yard that it is a Cat C write off due to light fuel line engine fire. The seller... -
How do I know if my car is in a DPF regeneration cycle? 29 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
How do I know if my car is in a DPF regeneration cycle? It would appear that the engine should not be switched of while this process is taking place but... -
Why is my van cutting out after I had the head gasket changed? 4 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
I had the head gasket on my Peugeot Boxer changed, but on the way home (after about five miles) it decided to lose power and cut out. No lights came on... -
Do I have to leave my air con on all the time to stop the windows steaming up? 14 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
Is there a solution to preventing my car's windows steaming up without having the air con on permanently? -
If I fit an electronic ignition to my 1930s car, will I have to make manual adjustments to the advance and retard? 5 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am in the process of purchasing a 1934 Rolls Royce 20/25. I have found a company that sells an electronic ignition conversion for my car. Does this mean... -
Which vans have the softest suspension? 6 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm an Antiques dealer and therefore need a van with a soft ride. Which vans have the softest suspension? -
Has the emissions update ruined my SEAT Ibiza? 6 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I had the emissions update on my SEAT Ibiza 1.6 TDI Sportrider. Eight weeks later, the turbo blew. SEAT tried to blame me by saying there was too much... -
Is buying a diesel car a bad idea even if I do high mileage? 5 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at getting a used car, no older than 2015, to use for about 25,000 miles of mostly motorway driving per year. Due to my mileage, I was looking... -
Should I get a petrol or diesel estate? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI and drive an average of 14,000 miles a year. Due to an arrival of a dog in the household, I'm looking to change... -
Why is the Volkswagen emissions fix not being withdrawn? 6 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
Why is the Volkswagen emissions fix not being withdrawn? My Volkswagen Golf 1.6 bluemotion had the 'fix' two days ago and this morning had to be recovered... -
Should I have my Volkswagen Tiguan 'fixed'? 13 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Tiguan has been called in to have the software update following the emissions scandal. I am, however, reluctant to take it in following reports... -
What are the pros and cons of a 1990 Mercedes-Benz SEC? 4 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm about to yield to the long standing desire to buy a Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC. I have located a 1990 car with less then 100,000 miles and in outstanding... -
What is the best diesel option - Volvo S40, Volkswagen Passat or Jetta? 2 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for the best diesel option out of an 07/08 Volvo S40, Volkswagen Passat or Jetta. Reliability and fuel economy are my most important considerations.... -
Is it possible to convert a diesel to run on LPG? 6 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I need a car to tow a 1500kg caravan and have always thought a diesel was the answer. However due to the current anti-diesel climate, what car will be... -
Need a cheap and reliable car for work 9 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm after a cheap runabout to use for my daily commute to work (five miles return). I have found two cars, but can you advise which one would make the... -
Can you recommend a reliable SUV? 2 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of replacing my Renault Modus diesel with something bigger. Ideally, a crossover or SUV, with similar fuel economy to my Modus. The car must... -
Which tyres are best for my Renault Captur? 20 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
Having ordered a new Renault Captur Signature I discovered that this model comes with mud and snow tyres that reduce mpg and are noisy. When I queried... -
Toyota Yaris Hybrid - Keep or trade-in? 19 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
Our Toyota Yaris Hybrid is coming up for three years old and we have to make a decision to keep or trade-it in for something else. In the summer it returns... -
Need a seven-seater with good fuel economy 24 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am launching a private hire taxi firm and want to buy a seven-seater. I am in the budget between £30,000 - £35,000 and will be doing an annual mileage... -
Revs increase when breaking 11 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 SRI. I bought it (used) six weeks ago, but noticed when breaking to stop (break pressed and clutch in) the revs rise to...

