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Electric gates damaged my but the owners of the house won't return my calls - what can I do? 7 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
After viewing a house for sale via an estate agents (but shown around by the vendor) the electric gates of the property closed on my car. The vendor agreed... -
Is an EV actually cost effective? 15 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am trying to decide on my next car. With pure EVs I hear of £50 pcm battery lease and then whatever commercial charging points cost. What is the sort... -
Do you have a Ford radio code for a C serial number? 8 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I've recently had the battery on my Ford Mondeo Mk4 replaced and I need the code for my radio. I've pulled out the unit and have the following serial numbers:... -
Why does my TPMS keep giving me a warning? 26 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2009 Jaguar XFR. 12 months ago the tyre pressure warning came up on the dash. I pulled over and checked but the pressures were fine. Since then... -
Has the price of MGFs bottomed out? 28 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have had an 18 year old MGF almost since new and have had years of fun in what I consider to be the last true MGs. Do your think the price has bottomed... -
Does mileage have an effect on the value of written off cars? 1 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2003 Vauxhall Astra. It's silver, manual with a mileage of 160,000. It;s just been written off and I need to agree its value with the insurers.... -
What's best: Kia Picanto or Hyundai i10? 29 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
We need to replace my wife's Toyota iQ, with a 2/3-year-old small car that's as reliable and easy to drive/park ( and with automatic transmission). I've... -
Do I need to notify my insurer of a modification if I change my runflat tyres? 31 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I saw you recently advised a driver to inform his insurance about replacing runflats with non runflats as a modification. What's your advice about my MINI... -
Should I swap my BMW 535d Touring for 530d Touring? 6 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of swapping my 2011 535d BMW Touring M Sport, that has done 111,000 (on 19-inch wheels), for a 2011 530d BMW Touring SE that's done 98,000... -
Can I fit all season tyres to my BMW X3? 9 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 BMW X3 ill be due new tyres shortly. It uses 225/60/17V, currently Pirelli P7, which have lasted 40k miles. BMW say my transmission warranty will... -
DSG transmission judder - what is it? 12 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Golf has recently developed a slight judder when accelerating gently at low revs in low gears. The problem has been acknowledged by an accompanying... -
What are the pitfalls of buying a used hybrid? 29 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
My mother is looking to buy a Toyota Auris 1.8 VVTi Hybrid T4 CVT Auto (2011 model) with 43,000 miles on the clock. What are the pros and cons of a hybrid... -
Should I buy this secondhand BMW Z3? 28 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a 2.8-litre 1998 BMW Z3 for £2000. I have known the lady owner and her husband for some time and she has told me that the only reason... -
Buying a car for high mileage 11 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a job which requires 30,000 miles of driving per year. I have £11,000 to spend and have no family, so am considering the Honda CR-Z - with the hope... -
Doors refuse to lock - what's the fault? 3 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a 1999 Vauxhall Vectra 2.5 V6. It was a cheap car that had a few problems, which have all been fixed apart from one – I can’t lock... -
Diesel hatchback, 5dr, £8k budget, high Euro ncap, low mileage, turbo 27 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to purchase a used five door hatchback, with with a good torquey diesel engine that will return high mpg on constant speed (motorway) driving.... -
What's the best small car for under £8000? 25 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Chevrolet Matiz is on its last legs, but I don’t know what to replace it with. I have around £8000 to spend and want a reliable and economical car.... -
Which SUV offers good fuel economy and reliability? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am a tall 60-year-old man who needs something higher off the ground. I have been looking at SUVs, notably diesels, not necessarily new but as a pensioner... -
Should I sell my Panda 4x4 now? 20 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a Petrol Fiat Panda 4x4, just 2 years 6 months old. Mileage 21k. 1. I quite fancy the either the new Panda 4x4 or Skoda Fabia which is non 4x4.... -
BMW X3 or Range Rover Evoque? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I will be selling my BMW 5 Series Touring soon. I have had back problems and, after driving to Scotland, am left in significant pain which takes a day...
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