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Buying a Subaru Outback 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are thinking of buying a 2008 Subaru Outback diesel as we live in a rural area that has been cut off the last few winters when it snows. We have... -
Vauxhall Zafira - what's the problem? 10 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a Vauxhall Zafira 2003, 105000 miles otc.Recently serviced as usual by dealer.Developed a tapping sound, only noticeable on acceleration to 2250... -
Which large saloon car would you recommend for motorway use and towing a caravan? 3 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a 2001 BMW 530d SE (E39) from new and have covered approximately 11,000 miles per year, 75 per cent of which has been on motorways. Though... -
What's wrong with my Skoda Octavia's brake lights? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
The other day I found that all three of my brake lights have stopped working. I've done the usual checks - fuse, bulbs. No other lights are affected -... -
How do I get the hub off my 2001 Ford Focus to change the wheel bearing? 28 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a 2001 1.4 Ford Focus. I was told the near side rear wheel bearing was shot. I've tried to get the hub off, but it seems to be welded... -
Why is my Ford Mondeo making tapping noises and smoking? 15 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Our 51-plate Ford Mondeo has just started making tapping noises and there's a lot of smoke from the exhaust. I have been told to replace the hydraulic... -
What do you think of driver satisfaction surveys? 24 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
Many people seem to swear by driver satisfaction surveys on dealers, however much of the feedback would appear to be subjective. If you just take the number... -
What used small SUV for rural roads would you recommend? 12 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
We require a replacement vehicle after our Ford Fiesta Active was written off. We live in rural North Wales on a small holding and travel 8k miles a year... -
How do I navigate the minefield of buying cars? 25 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I only have the one car now we’re both in our 70s and retired but fortunately fit and active. I do between three and four thousand miles per... -
What grant can I get for an electric car home charger? 9 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a Toyota Rav4 PHEV and I want to make a decision about an external 32amp charge unit. I am able to plug in to my domestic ring main but I have... -
Buying a used MPV - Which model is best? 3 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
We are interested in buying a used seven-seat MPVv and have seen a 2015 Fiat 500L MPW 1.6 Popstar diesel on offer for 10.5K with around 5500 miles on the... -
Importing an American car into the UK - can I make a profit? 7 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm a Brit who's lived in the US for the last seven years. We are relocating next year to the UK and can bring two cars tax free - one for me and one for... -
Should I get a new Mondeo diesel? 16 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2.0 litre Mondeo diesel Powershift which is only doing around 6000 miles per year.I have never had a problem with the DPF over 33,000 miles of... -
Buying a new car - what would you recommend? 27 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a new car. The car I need has to have quite specific requirements (not least because I have significant back problems). I intend buying... -
Broken piston in Mini R56 - wear and tear or manufacturing fault? 12 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Mini Cooper S which has done around 62,000 miles. Last week, it began running very roughly and was noticeably lacking in power. I took it... -
A car with room for three child seats 10 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
We currently own a Renault Scenic Grand, 2.0l petrol Automatic 55 plate We would like to buy and younger, more economical car but are limited by need... -
Which large cruiser will accommodate us and our baby? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
We're looking to change our three-door BMW 3-Series convertible for something that will accommodate our baby. Overall we currently do less than 10,000... -
Can you recommend an economical family car for £7000 to replace our 7-year-old Nissan Micra? 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
Please help. We are two old bats in our 60s about to buy a car. I have owned Micras since they started making them. I love them, they handle well, turn... -
As an ex-insurance company employee I strongly advise your readers to declare any accident, regardless of whether a claim is likely. 23 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
As an ex-employee of an insurance company I have been following the recent correspondence concerning the non-disclosure of accidents. It is understandable... -
Where can I accurately test the true mpg figure for my 2010 Vauxhall Astra? 16 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am contacting you as I have exhausted all lines of reasonable negotiation over the past six months with both the dealer and also Vauxhall themselves....
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