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New or used Polo? 28 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have the choice of a new standard Polo Match for £13,205 (Volkswagen dealer) or £11,817 (Drive the Deal) rather than a used TSI for £10,990 (Volkswagen... -
Should I buy a high-mileage diesel car? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a new car, costing around £3500, to replace my Mazda 6. I need a diesel for long journeys with good economy, comfort and reliability. I... -
What's the best source for classic BMW parts? 17 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
I live in Saudi Arabia and own five BMWs, E23 chassis and the year of 1986 up 1986. All of the cars require extensive restoration and I am looking to get... -
Should we sell our 2010 Golf diesel before we suffer DMF problems? 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
We purchased a 2010 Golf 1.6TDI in September 2011 with 10,000 miles. It has now done 15,000 miles without any problems. My wife only does a low mileage... -
Does E10 petrol affect fuel performance? 21 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
There are many reports of E10 petrol affecting the performance and economy of cars. I am looking for a new car next year and want to know if the fuel... -
Can you recommend a small, economical car to replace my ageing Micra? 31 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Nissan Micra and it's getting old (2006, 110,000 miles) so I'm looking at what to buy next. I would like something similar regarding economy... -
I sold a car but the insurance is valid for a couple more months - can I drive another person's car on that policy? 9 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
I sold my car a couple of days ago and my insurance policy runs until the end of July. On that policy, I’m covered for third party liability when I drive... -
Why can't I find an affordable used car with a full service history? 21 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
My beloved Citroen C1 has recently been written off as a Cat D so I need to find a replacement. I'm looking to spend no more than £3500 and want to buy... -
Where can I sell a collection of classic cars? 19 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am writing for your advice as I don't know where to turn, or how to start. My father passed away leaving quite a few old cars in a shed. They include... -
Why don't car makers fit rubber door bumpers any more? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Can you explain why most new cars no longer have the rubber or plastic strips down the sides that avoided many of those irritating dents acquired in car... -
What would you recommend for my son's first car for 15,000 miles per year? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My son has just graduated and is starting his first job, which will involve driving approximately 15,000 miles pa. He is to be given a car allowance of... -
Fiestive season 31 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
I can't understand why my wife's 2004 Fiesta 1.4 Zetec manual has road tax of £145pa whereas her father's brand new 1.4 Fiesta Zetec (old model, also manual)... -
Focus 1.8 TDCi injector problem 3 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I just bought a used 57 plate Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi. I had it serviced and the guy said that the injector has a bit of a leak and the seals need to be replaced... -
Risk action 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
My son is looking to renew his car insurance. He will be 18 in February. He passed his test 6 months ago, and got his car when he was 17, so now has 1... -
How long should a set of tyres last? 26 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2016 Skoda Yeti 1.2 TSI SEL. It has only covered around 33000 miles.It was fitted with Goodyear tyres so I replaced them with the same. It now... -
I got a cracked alloy welded rather than replaced - could this invalidate my insurance? 14 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
When my Mercedes-Benz C-Class was about three months old, during a safety check, the dealer discovered one of the rear wheels was cracked (pot hole I guess... -
Could you suggest a large replacement for my Hyundai i30? 21 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I think the time has come to replace my 2008 diesel Hyundai i30 2.0-litre CRDI. Over the last two years the fuel pump failed, then the turbo and now the... -
Is it worth getting an extended warranty? 15 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
MINI are quoting me one year's extended warranty, £425 including emergency service with £100 excess. My MINI Cooper is three years old with 12,757 miles... -
Is the Volkswagen dry clutch 7 speed DSG gearbox reliable now? 9 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 6 year old Skoda Roomster 1.2 TSI with the 7 speed DSG gearbox, which I like and has been reliable. I am aware of the conductive oil problem with... -
Diesel Vs Petrol 29 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
What is your opinion of the hatchet job in last week's Sunday Times on diesel cars in general, and the Mazda6 in particular. Should we abandon diesels...
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