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Lighter fool 10 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a May 09 reg Golf VI GTi from my local VW dealer. It replaced my 58 reg BMW 320D convertible. That also had daytime running lights but in the... -
Questionable behaviour 11 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
Please could you give me some advice on what car to buy? Ideally, I'd like a new or pre-registered either BMW 520d, or an Audi A4/A6 diesel. I've got... -
Academic question 21 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am an indecisive academic requiring help. In 1994 after months of deliberation and investigation, I bought a brand new VW Passat Diesel Estate and declared... -
Can you recommend front tyres for my Toyota RAV4? 29 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2020 model Toyota RAV4 AWD Hybrid, currently with Dunlop Grandtrek PT30 tyres which need replacing. These tyres came with the vehicle when purchased.... -
Why is my Kia over-revving on gear change? 16 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2017 Kia Sportage with 65k on the clock and FKSH. Very early on the purchase I reported that on changing down to 3rd gear as indicated by the... -
Is buying a high mileage Porsche Macan Turbo a risk? 10 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a 2014 Porsche Macan Turbo with 122000 miles on the odometer. The car has had the transfer box sorted which is a known problem... -
Is the Citroen C4 Cactus safe? 12 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
Please advise if a used Citroen C4 Cactus is a good buy, given its 4-star Euro NCAP rating. I think this is due to the absence of autonomous emergency... -
I have had three tyres suffering cuts to the chord, what could be the cause? 2 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have had three tyres failing MOT test due to cuts to the chord, They had done 2,0000 miles and are fitted on a Volvo V40. I have never had this happen... -
My neighbour is deliberately obscuring their numberplate to avoid ULEZ - should I report this? 27 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
We have a resident in our road who has 'stuck' leaves over her number plate to avoid detection from the ULEZ cameras. Her son is a serving police officer... -
Is it legal to overtake on the left? 22 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
Have I missed some change to the Highway Code and driving law whereby overtaking on the inside i.e. on the passenger side of the car is legal? I am experiencing... -
What should I buy to replace a Ford Focus? 24 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
Our Ford Focus 1.8 Edge has just passed its MoT with 160,000 miles and still goes like a rocket - everything works. The engine has never been apart and... -
Can you recommend a modern replacement for my Fiat Coupe? 16 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
I recently lost my beloved 1998 Fiat Coupe 20v Turbo, after a head-on collision with a drunk driver. We were lucky to walk away. Having owned the car since... -
I can't decide which hybrid to buy. Can you help? 4 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm interested in buying a new saloon but with the changing circumstances, I would like to get a hybrid. I'm considering several choices, which include: 1.... -
There's a faulty part on my new car, should I reject it? 24 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
My two-week-old Audi Q3 has a start-stop system fault with a message appearing in the dash. Upon diagnosis, the dealer says the alternator needs to be... -
Coronavirus means that I may need to cancel the car that I've just ordered - where do I stand? 20 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I ordered an expensive Range Rover to my specification a few weeks ago, which the dealer advises is now ready. I paid a deposit at the time of order. Due... -
What 3 tonne trolley jack do you recommend? 28 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
Is the Sealey Trolley Jack 3010CX man enough to lift a Nissan X-Trail and would I have to buy an extra pair of axle stands? I am thinking of buying all... -
Should I pay extra for winter tyres on a hire car? 22 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to fly to Lyon or Geneva in mid-March 2020 and will be hiring a car for a week to go skiing in Courchevel. Please can you tell me whether... -
Can you recommend a unique sports car with future classic potential? 19 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a good quality, two-seater sports car for the weekends that has a large petrol engine. I want it to have some unique qualities, not too... -
Do I need an IDP to drive a hire car in Greece after Brexit? 5 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have read with interest debates on driving abroad post-Brexit with your own vehicle, but what about a hire car? This Easter we will visit friends on... -
Should I get legal cover on my insurance policy? 16 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm in the process of renewing my car insurance and they are asking if I want Legal Protection (£30 extra). I know there are some firms that will cover...
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