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What's the best car used car for ground clearance? 31 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive around 6000 miles a year, all short journeys but often down rutted tracks. I am looking for a second-hand car with good ground clearance... -
Is an EV good for me if I drive 75 miles a week on motorways? 17 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
I travel almost 75 miles on motorways every week and wanted to know if buying an electric car is a good option for me? If so which electric car would you... -
Can you recommend a large estate car or MPV which offers good rear seat leg room? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Unfortunately I will need to change my current car, a 2009 Toyota Avensis estate, due to lack of rear seat leg room for our two 6-foot teenagers. I am... -
My son was sold a car with worn tyres 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
My son bought a one-year old Volkswagen Scirocco a few days ago, and when we got it home, we found the centres of the front tyres were badly worn down... -
Downsizing from a V70 3 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am reluctantly considering part exchanging my Volvo V70 D5 (55 reg) for a smaller car to reduce running costs. The car will mainly be used to commute... -
Buying a new small car- what do you recommend 1 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am a 17-year-old girl taking driving lessons and I will shortly be looking for a car. My budget is £2,000 for the purchase of the car, it has to... -
Best place to sell a prestige car 26 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am considering selling my four year-old Audi A6 3.0 TDi Avant Le Mans Edition, with 75,000 miles on the clock. It's in excellent condition. I'm reluctant... -
Little belter 10 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
This week I took my 2005 SEAT Ibiza 1.4 Sport for its 5-year service and MOT. I bought the car new and it has 43,000 miles on the clock and has been serviced... -
Access car 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 80 year old mother-in-law is driving a V reg automatic Scenic which has seen better days. She suffers from osteo-arthritis in her shoulders and needs... -
Which medium-sized car would you recommend for a 70-mile daily commute including motorways? 19 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a medium-sized car either new or a couple of years old. I travel 70 miles per day (half on motorway). I'm currently driving an Audi... -
Wallys and vomit 24 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
We have 2 grandchildren: 14 and 11. They both suffer from sickness in my Astra (no, it's not my driving) but are happy in my husband's Saab and their parents... -
I just bought a 1993 MG RV8 - what should I look out for in terms of servicing? 5 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchase a 1993 MG RV8 UK model with 12,500 miles on the clock. Do I need to change the cam belt or anything else that may need attention?... -
What car should I buy for my retirement? 8 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have recently retired and am looking to change my six year old diesel Ford Focus for a long term replacement. I'm looking at a petrol engine as my estimated... -
Volkswagen Golf ESP warning light 23 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I purchased, privately, a Mk5 VW Golf 1.9 TDI on an 07 plate with a full service history just over one year ago. Approximately two weeks ago the ESP warning... -
All consuming anger 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was interested to read that one of your readers was getting 62.9mpg from his 2002/52 Ford Fiesta diesel. We exchanged our 2002 Fiesta 1.4 diesel for... -
Thaid cottages 13 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
If I understand correctly, you have a house and farm in Thailand? I also have a house there and currently have a 2-year-old Toyota Vios. I'm considering... -
Is an extended warranty worth while? 16 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
My Land Rover Discovery Sport is three years old at the end of January. Should I take out an extended warranty as offered by the Land Rover dealer.? -
Can a Cat B write off legally be allowed on the road? 17 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a cheap car but the seller has said it was once an insurance write off. A quick check shows it was a Cat B write off in 2008. Everything... -
Toyota Yaris Hybrid - Keep or trade-in? 19 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
Our Toyota Yaris Hybrid is coming up for three years old and we have to make a decision to keep or trade-it in for something else. In the summer it returns... -
Buying a used Ford Focus - petrol or diesel? 12 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a 2009 Ford Focus Zetec S and I have found two models of similar spec and price. One is a 1.8 petrol the other a 1.8 diesel. I have read...
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