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  Where can I get insurance for a hire car when driving abroad? 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I hired a car at an Irish airport last week and found that the excess protection insurance was greater than the cost of hiring the vehicle. Is there an...
• Ford Mondeo Mk4 - European Breakdown Cover - General France Driving 21 Apr 2018 (Forum)
  Never had an issue with it. So all that being said, I want to get a single trip eurpean breakdown cover for the car. Any recomendations? Any to Avoid? I'm with the AA already over here but as I won't be travelling again this year in Europe in my own car just need a single trip. Also my 1st time driving in France, I've got my European car kit including warning Triangle, NF approved breathaizors / Hi Viz jackets for all occupents, GB Sticket etc etc.
• car storage 21 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  I am looking to store my car, under cover if possible, for a period of up to 6 months.Does anyone know of a good car storage firm close to my home between Portsmouth and Southampton.
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  Volkswagen Golg - Faulty EGR Cooler 2 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a September 2009 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI eight months ago from a main dealer. The car came with with one year's extended warranty. There is now...
• Any - Breakdown cover again - excess discounts 15 Mar 2022 (Forum)
  This hardly inspires confidence. I then used a comparison site. On that Start rescue offer an option for both cars , with a £30 excess, for £47. I don’t see this on their own site so I guess it’s a special for the comparison sites. I will rerun for personal cover but so far it looks as if they will get our business.
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  second hand car not fit for purpose 6 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Hi I bought a send hand Toyota Previa GLS VVTI petrol automatic 2.4cc W reg from year 2000 for £3125 on 30th June 2012. Mileage was 130,585. The car...
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  What's the best way for an American to arrange insurance in the UK? 19 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is visiting from the US, where she holds a full American driving licence. She holds a full UK licence, but the address is incorrect and she...
• Car Hire Advice 23 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  Am thinking of hiring a car for a couple of weeks on a touring holiday, and was wondering if it is best to arrange your own insurance or use the in-house cover offered by the major hire companies.
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  What cars come with the longest manufacturer warranty? 6 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Which manufacturers offer the longest new car warranty?
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  My car's digital radio has stopped working - how can I fix it? 17 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  The digital radio has stopped working on my Hyundai i10 (2019 model). What should I do?
• MR2 - Storing 7 Nov 2019 (Forum)
  I have a MR2 Mk3 which I have just taken off the road for the winter and wondered if anyone has advice for storing it.    Last year I bought it a cover, a rain proof breathable one. When I checked under the cover during a cold spell it was frozen to the car. I am now looking for another, yet reluctant to spend a lot on one as I can build a car port for a couple of hundred pounds.
• Volvo XC90 - Non regulated Business Hire Contract Termination 11 Jan 2019 (Forum)
  I wish to reject the car, but I understand that I won't be covered by consumer law, or finance as it's an unregulated hire agreement.  I understand that I am covered by contract law, but the lease contract has exemptions regarding the guaranteeing the quality of the car.
• Etiquette for test driving 2nd hand cars 15 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  Hi All, I went to look at a 3.0 Z4 - 2nd hand. The guy wouldn't let me test drive it as my insurance is 3rd party cover only - he said if I made a deposite he'd add me to his cover for a day. I can see where he's coming from as it's a fast car, but is this normal? And as I'm about to sell my 4 year old Golf GTI is this the norm when people come to see it?
• U.S. driver - U.K. Insurance? 8 Oct 2004 (Forum)
  She can, of course, hire a car here and get coverage for that vehicle, but has anyone a clue how I can get her covered to drive my car for a few weeks every year? Hope someone can help because, so far, I've drawn a blank.
• Cambelt woes. Renault Espace 3.0 24v 24 Jul 2004 (Forum)
  So I could be looking at a bill for 50% of the car\'s value. But here\'s the thing - the first registered owner of the car was... the manufacturer. They had it for 8 months/ 6k miles. What\'s my best angle to get the manufacturer or dealer to cover some or all the cost?
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  Volvo swap shop 5 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Thanks for advice on a previously related question. I currently own a S40 1.9 D S (115) and saw a 03 S60 D5 for sale locally. Was interested until owner...
• Ford Fiesta - Buying a car from a dealership 12 Jul 2014 (Forum)
  I am buying a 2009 ford fiesta with 19000 miles on the clock for £5900,  Should this be covered with a warranty?
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  Avoiding a financial crash 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  You should be aware that the passing on of confidential information to ‘accident management’ specialists is rife amongst insurers and garages. As soon...
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  What is the definition of business use and does it vary between insurance companies? 29 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  What is the definition of business use and does it vary between insurance companies? My daughter, an experienced driver aged 50, is a named driver on my...
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  2006 Citroen C3 23 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Search results for I bought a 2006 citroeon c3 5 months ago on finance. The car had 37k miles on the clock. last week i could smell burning rang the...