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How much difference should a repaired Cat D vehicle value be? 29 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at purchasing a second hand BMW 1 Series Coupe, but it has been disclosed as previously a Cat D status, which I understand to mean is repaired... -
Looking for a hybrid on Motability - what should I get? 26 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm due to replace my current Motability car soon. I test drove a BMW i3 the other day and really like it, however it is not available on Motability, so... -
Need a new car with low maintenance costs 21 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am contemplating the purchase of a petrol-powered estate. I have short listed the Skoda Octavia 1.4 and SEAT Leon 1.4 for their low road tax, quiet cabin... -
What's the typical tyre life on a Porsche Panamera? 27 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've a pal at the golf club who owns a new Porsche Panamera, but he is only getting about 3000 miles out of the front tyres. The tyres appear to be wearing... -
TPMS for replacement wheels for winter tyres 1 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I ordered a set of winter wheels and replacement alloy wheels which were delivered to a local garage for fitting. After they were put on, I drove about... -
Vegan car buyer - can you get luxury without leather? 11 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I've been driving a lovely old Rover 827 and had thought to replace it with a 4x4 due to weekly slightly rutted track usage. However I am not impressed... -
Optional insurance products - are they worth the extra? 19 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am about to purchase a BMW 530i M Sport. However, the dealership is trying to sell me optional insurance products relating to the car and I am not sure... -
Volkswagen Golf: Fault code p3008 7 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2007 Volkswagen Golf is experiencing the engine warning light staying on, the fault code I am being told is: P3008 cam sensor signal. I have had the... -
Uneven Rear Brake Wear on a MINI - what to do? 25 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife's MINI display console indicated worn rear brakes recently. I had a look, as did a neighbour who is a garage mechanic, and the pads looked good... -
Buying a new SUV - what do you recommend? 15 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have owned Subaru Foresters for the past 15 years. The old adage of "Subarus don't break", has proved very true in my case. The Audi Q5 is on my short... -
How can we have a derelict car removed from our neighbour's property? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Can I have your advice about SORN please? There is an old wrecked BMW parked outside the owner's mum's garage and it is really in a state, you'd have to... -
Misfuelled my Hyundai i30 diesel with petrol - should I drain the tank? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I got distracted this morning and put just over two litres of V-Power petrol into my Hyundai i30 diesel before I realised. There was already about a quarter... -
Why are Honda Accords rare in the UK? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to purchase a used car up to £21,000 that is both comfortable and has a good chassis and good steering. I like to be in touch with the road,... -
How long does it take to clear a DPF? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
Judging by the times Diesel Particulate Filters are mentioned in your columns, your mailbox must clog up with them. My question involves the distance one... -
Skating on ABS - a quick way into the hedge? 28 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
While sliding helplessly across a road junction and into the opposite hedge I had time to consider that ABS isn't really any help at all on thin or slushy... -
My deposit was not returned after I bought another car - is this legitimate? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Could you advise what justification a used car company has for keeping a deposit, please? This money (£500) was paid by me at their request to take a BMW... -
Cars less liable to attract car park criminal damage 11 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Because of persistent criminal damage to my 13 year old BMW 5 Series in Farnham car parks, I have decided not to replace it unless forced to do so by a... -
Looking for a new 4x4 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a 2005 Nissan X-Trail 2.2 dCi Sport, which I have run from new and covered 215,000 miles. I have been very pleased with how it has performed... -
Large company car - but which one? 24 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have recently started my own company and the time has come to consider company vehicles. I am however getting stuck when it comes to finding something... -
What car for my retirement? 21 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
Had a company car for last 35 years and about to retire, always been a petrol head but 3 years ago switched to a Mazda 6 2.2 diesel and now love it. Looking...

