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Should I replace my Kia Cee'd with a Kia Sportage? 30 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
On your advice, I purchased a 2007 Kia Cee'd 1.4 S in 2008 which has been brilliant, I've only had to replace the battery. Being retired, I only do about... -
Buying an exec saloon for a short commute - A6 or GS? 6 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2005 Lexus GS300 and love the reliability, standard level of equipment and comfort. I want to change up to a newer car (1-3 years old). I... -
MoT failure over suspension 24 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a used Audi A5; however, DVLA records show that the car failed a recent MoT due to: -Nearside front Front suspension has excessive... -
Need a car with easy access - what do you recommend? 28 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am in my late 70s and it finding difficult getting in and out of my car. You have recommended Volkswagen Golf SV, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Mazda... -
Alternatives to Toyota RAV4? 22 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at changing my Toyota RAV4? Can you possibly give me an alternative car to buy that has about the same spec as the RAV4. Only thing with the... -
Can I appeal a parking ticket over a minor technicality? 19 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I was parked in a park car park recently and when I returned one hour later I had received a parking fine. The ticket states my car as a Land Rover, which... -
Erratic temp gauge - should I be concerned? 15 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005 MG ZT-T diesel with 69,000 miles - up to the last 3000 miles the needle on the engine temp has always stayed at the half way bar on the gauge... -
Where can I get a cheap spare wheel? 16 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a Mazda 2, but it has only been supplied with a tyre repair kit. Can you tell me where’s the cheapest place to buy a spare wheel?... -
Recommended medium hatchbacks? 28 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are a couple in our early 70s looking to buy a medium sized hatch to "see us out" i.e. last about ten years! We need easy access (both have knee... -
Which tyres for a Nissan X-Trail? 30 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
What tyres should I get for my mark 2 X-Trail? Currently it's on Dunlops. In the past I have looked at surveys in Which? and Auto Express and chosen Continentals,... -
Problem with Audi AllRoad Multitronic gearbox 6 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a problem with my Audi A6 Allroad 2.5TDi. When I start the engine and try and go into gear all of the gear indicators on the dash light up, and... -
Buying a very large estate car 8 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Is it best for me to buy a estate car with 30,000 miles on the clock with FSH 2006 06 at 14445 with lots of extras a good buy? It's in a private dealer... -
Which used car should I buy? 15 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I do a lot of motorway driving from Midlands to London at least twice a month, and back and fourth from Birmingham to Leicester. Have seen two golfs,... -
Tyres for XFS 9 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
Have you heard of any issues faced with the tyres supplied with the Jaguar XF S 3 litre D? My father had to have three out of four replaced at 16,000 mile... -
How much should I expect to pay for a BMW 1 Series at auction? 16 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am currently on the look out to buy a secondhand car. I am looking to buy a BMW 1 Series 118d, up to 40,000 mileage and up to three years old. I had... -
How much will it cost to repair my 1998 Ford Fiesta's gearbox oil leak? 13 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 1998 Ford Fiesta 1.3's gearbox is leaking oil and there's a slight whining noise on pull-off in first gear. Very occasionally it cuts out when pulling... -
Recommend new tyres for my Audi A6 Allroad? 9 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I would value your recommendations for tyre replacements for my Audi A6 Allroad. It is on 245/40s and at present has Pirelli P Zero Rossos at the back... -
Can you recommend a reliable diesel for less than £1000? 18 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a reliable diesel for £1000. Which is the best to go for? I need something that does roughly 50mpg and doesn't brake down very often, if... -
My Ford Focus Powershift diesel only does 40mpg but is quoted at 47-62mpg. Who do I complain to? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Ford Focus Powershift diesel and the garage quoted Ford figures of 47-62mpg. It only ever reaches 40mpg. If I had been told this initially... -
Why do you not recommend an early first oil change after buying a new car? 2 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I note in your FAQs that you recommend the first oil change on a new car to be at the (long) manufacturer's interval and subsequent changes at a reduced...
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