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Is the Lexus IS250C a good used buy? 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently test-drove a Lexus IS250C. It's no sports car and could do with one extra litre, but it's very refined and superbly built. I'm being offered... -
Rough running Octavia vRS 20 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an 07 plate petrol Octavia VRS with 72k on the clock. Recently it has begun to run roughly when the engine is cold. At idle it is probably best... -
Old Audi won't start properly 18 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an M reg Audi A4 which has a problem starting and then just dying. I start it again and give it some throttle and rev it for a half a minute and... -
Estate or a van for outdoor sports? 10 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a car or van to use for everyday runs but also for going kayaking. This means I need to be able to fit a boat 8'5" inside (even... -
Replacing an old Peugeot 405? 16 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Wish to replace 405TD estate. Must have similar comfort seats & ride. Prefer diesel & model which can be maintained by experienced mechanic. Minimal... -
any recourse on private used car sales 25 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Hi, I recently bought a Citroen Saxo 1.1 2002 for my daughter as a first car. I bought it from a girl I work with, this was a private sale. We were... -
Replacing a mk1 Yaris 19 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Nearly another year on for our 52 reg Yaris D4D. Is your mother's soldiering on? I always have a shortlist of replacement cars but it is more complicated... -
Is my local petrol station pulling a fast one? 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Last night I filled up with petrol and was charged for 44 litres. It definitely read 0 before I started. I don't think my tank takes 44L as I often push... -
Do I need to let the turbo on a Skoda Octavia cool down before switching off the engine? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Can you advise me please? I am thinking of getting a bigger car and have my eye on a Skoda Octavia. If I go for a model with the 1.4 TSI 122 BHP engine... -
Why do people hover next to HGVs on the motorway? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
For a long time I have suspected that some drivers are using cruise control or are saving fuel when I see them slowly passing a foreign lorry. Surely one... -
Is the Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI diesel a reliable, trouble-free car? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a nearly new Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI. From all reports this would appear to be a very good car, but I am 70 years old and would prefer... -
Replacing a DSG automatic Octavia? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have enjoyed my 2006 DSG Skoda Octavia (Elegance) but the ride is lumpy and the engine is quite noisy. I do about 12k miles a year, mostly out of... -
Revs rise between gear changes 'up' 8 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought from new recently a 61 plate Hyundai i10 active (this is a 'facelift' model with kapp2 engine) Great little car as you have so often pointed... -
Vauxhall Corsa won't start 23 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Vauxhall Corsa SXI 1.3CDTI on a 57 plate that is not starting. It's been to Vauxhall who said there is low compression and the valves are damaged. I... -
Best new car to last a long time 12 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Hi. I know nothing of cars but I want to buy a good used diesel automatic to last for many years. I don't care about buying the latest greatest model every... -
Tuning my Audi A4 1 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2004 Audi 130bhp TDi Avant with 140k miles on the clock which I have owned since 50k. I recently purchased a 'TDI Tuning Box' primarily for... -
Which tyres should I fit to my 2003 Lexus IS 200 for motorway use? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2003 Lexus IS 200 Sportcross with 205/55x16 V Bridgestone ER300 Turanzas that need renewing soon. I would appreciate your advice as to the best... -
Which 4x4 to buy used? 2 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I'd like to buy a 4x4. So far it's between the X3 and Freelander 2 but I don't know which model to choose used/ used approved. 99% will be on road use.... -
Deciding between a petrol and diesel 30 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am in the process of buying a second hand car, my main objective is to purchase one that is cheap to run with good MPG and low road tax. At first I was... -
Problem unfolding 1 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a Skoda Yeti 2.0 TDI 140bhp 4x4 DSG (which is a diesel automatic). It the 2010 model and is a 2011 reg. I absolutely love this car. It does everything...
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