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What automatic transmission congestion-charge free cars are there? 1 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
A 79 year-old relative wishes to buy a congestion-charge free car BUT it must have automatic transmission. I have spent some time looking in to this... -
Thank you for your invaluable advice 15 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
Just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your advice. Purchased a new Hyundai ix35 via Drivethedeal, which I have been driving now for just over 1 week,... -
Buying a Mercedes-Benz C-Class 18 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a C220 Estate to tow a caravan (approx 1500kg) and to accommodate 2 large black labradors. I usually keep my cars for 8 to 10 years. I... -
Buying a used SEAT Ibiza? 23 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I like the Seat Ibiza. I have found a 2006 reg, 1.9TDI Sport for under £3k, but it has 106,000 miles on the clock. Is this something to worry about or... -
Small car for occasional long drives 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a second car, just to get me to the station and back and for the occasional longer trip - could be to anywhere in UK though. I am looking... -
Can you suggest a smaller, more manageable replacement for my friend's Peugeot 3008? 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have been asked to suggest a suitable car to replace a recently-widowed friend's Peugeot 3008, which was purchased new in October 2010. The car is now... -
Small automatic car - is it worth looking at the Mazda2 1.4 ASM? 6 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am learning driving automatic cars and thinking of buying a second hard small auto. I found that Mazda2 1.4 ASM seems cheaper than Toyata Yaris or... -
Has the recall work on my Accord been done? 2 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Honda Accord (2000, 120k miles, 1.8 Vtec) about a year ago, and decided to have it serviced at the local Honda dealership. I have been having... -
Buying an economical family car 30 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a 53 plate Citroen Xsara Picasso 2.0 HDi and I average 44-48mpg. I'm looking to purchase a used (up to 18-month old ) family car (£10K... -
MoTs and airbag lights 29 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
My wife's 2002 renault clio will next year be ten years old. The car has only done 21,000 miles and is immaculate, so we wish to keep it. However,... -
Captain Tugwell 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a used car capable of towing a four-berth caravan. Being a novice to this art, I would appreciate your advice. The car will have to cope... -
Buying a used Ford Galaxy from Addison Lee 14 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in buying one of the Addison Lee Ford Galaxy 2.0 TDCI 6-speed automatics that the cab firm disposes of at 3 years old. However, i am wary... -
I've got over 60mpg out of my Honda Insight hybrid. 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
You asked readers to let you know what the true fuel consumption they have experienced. Last December I purchased a Honda Insight hybrid having read about... -
Is the Sedona any good? 30 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
Hi there, I'm very interested in buying a new KIA Sedona 2. What's the best price I should be aiming for? The dealer has made it clear he is open to a... -
Thanks to the AA patrolman who rescued my daughter from the roadside. 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 19-year-old daughter phoned me at 9pm from the side of the A1 where she was broken down on her way to university. Whilst I was talking to her (she did... -
Insure rescue 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
Our family runs 11 modest cars, including two 4x4s, on business and has very, very rarely claimed on insurance over the past decade. We are all over 40... -
Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz E-Class or BMW 5 Series? 16 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
What is the best car between the Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5 Series E60? I want my car to be spacious, reliable and as comfortable as possible,... -
I bought a used Peugeot 407 which has worn steering bearings. Should the supplying dealer repair it? 6 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a four-year-old Peugeot 407 with a one-year warranty two weeks ago. I found worn bearings on the steering, plus a problem with the clutch release... -
Can I get a month's insurance and tax reimbursed while my Hyundai i10 waits for a spare part? 18 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 10-month-old Hyundai i10 has been in the local dealer's workshop for a month, waiting for a head gasket to be sent from India. I have made a verbal... -
Which automatic hatchback would you recommend for £3500? 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am about to change my car and would welcome some advice. I can spend £3500 tops. The car has to be automatic, have five doors, be a hatchback because...