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What's causing a droning sound from my Volskwagen Golf TDI at 70mph? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have not long taken delivery of a 2005 Volkswagen Golf TDI 4-motion with 67,000 miles that also has a most awful droning noise at approximately 2000rpm... -
Engine problems with T25 camper van - what's the cause? 17 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m having some problems with my Volkswagen T25 camper van. It has started misfiring and losing power; the RAC cleaned the jets and things improved, but... -
VW Passat just had Turbo reconditioned 19 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have just had the turbo reconditioned on my 2008 Volkswagen Passat TDI to solve a fault code and associated limp mode. In the two weeks since the work... -
Which small car capable of carrying golf clubs to replace our Megane? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife's car is 2004 Renault Megane Coupe Cabrio in excellent condition with 30,000 miles on the clock. We wish to trade it in for a smaller cheap-to-run... -
Which small auto for comfortable motorway driving? 2 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently driving a 1999 BMW 328 which I very much like, but needs replacing. The BMW is too large for me, and I'd like to find something refined,... -
Feedback following advice on a Jetta 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently contacted you regarding my intention to buy a Volkswagen Jetta. I have now bought the car, and am delighted with it. It carries our two sets... -
Can a car seller increase the price after I've paid a deposit? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently visited a Volkswagen garage and put a deposit down on a secondhand Scirocco. We signed a contract of which I have a copy. I will collect the... -
Thanks for your help - buying a Jetta 17 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm about to change my Volvo S40. I need space for two sets of golf clubs, and do not want a large car. All the medium sized cars of the past have grown... -
Passat TDI cutting out 11 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought 2008 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI Sport and last week it cut off while I was driving without any warning light. I called the AA and they couldn't... -
Which left-hand drive car should we buy to take to Paris? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
My husband and I moved to Paris recently and, because of this, our much-loved black 2003 Volkswagen Passat needs to be replaced as it is prohibitively... -
Which MPV offers good access for a driver with limited mobility? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Because of a back and hip complaint I am looking for a car with a higher seating level, e.g. a crossover or 4x4. The BMW X1 series appeals to me but I... -
Downsizing our cars 9 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
We would like to replace: 1. My wife's Volkswagen Beetle 01 plate that was bought last year - as it consumes a lot of petrol! She only does school runs... -
DPF block caused by oil overfill 19 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle TDI has covered 37000 miles and has developed a partially blocked DPF following and oil overfill at the last main dealer VW... -
Which new car? 6 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am considering purchasing two cars, one for myself and one for my wife. The dilemma is what to choose. I am torn between the Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line... -
Which car would you recommend for my wife who needs easy wheelchair access and room for a dog? 28 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
Could you advise me what car to get for my wife who works for blind children? We currently have a Toyota Auris, which my wife uses for her job, but she... -
Can you recommend a reliable 7-seat MPV for my daughter? 10 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
My daughter and son-in-law have two old cars but they really need to upgrade to a 7-seater. They do not have much spare cash but would like to know what... -
My Golf has 174,000 miles on the clock and is still going strong 14 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Volkswagen Golf MKIV GT PDI 130 from my brother-in-law who owned the car for years and bought it with 30k on it. It's now done 174k, mainly... -
Why won't my Mitsubishi Grandis start when warm? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis 2.0 diesel (Volkswagen engine) starts fine in the mornings and when cold. However, when I drive a few miles then stop, wait... -
Which comfortable, economical German car can I buy for £11,000? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
As much as I love the comfort of the 520i BMW, it has a thirst greater than Dean Martin! I have decided, therefore that it has to go. I drive about 11,000... -
Please review your information on the Skoda Octavia TPI fuel pump issue. 23 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I read the comments on the Skoda Octavia 2-litre TDI PD oil pumps with alarm. I then dug into the detail on the engines in the VAG manuals and spares catalogues...

