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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... -
What's a good small car for an elderly friend? 2 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a car for an elderly friend of mine. She currently drives a Hyundai i10 but it's old and rusty. She does not do a lot of distance driving... -
Can I sell a car without a V5C? 24 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've taken my private plate off my car online and got the retention certificate within a week. The DVLA said the V5C will arrive in 4 to 8 weeks. That... -
Can I reject a car because it doesn't have folding mirrors? 13 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
An elderly friend took delivery of the new mk8 Golf earlier this week. To his dismay, it doesn't have folding mirrors - which he needs because of a narrow... -
I want to buy a secondhand car but I don't know which sites to trust. Is heycar any good? 16 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
Do you know much about heycar? I've seen the ads but don't know which sites are the best to use. -
What's the best small automatic car? 5 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Up has been written off. I would like to replace it with a small automatic car that is as much fun to drive and with a similar or better... -
How can I find out the build date of my classic car? 31 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
My MGB Roadster was registered in August 1979 and is about to be tax-exempt, dependant on its date of build. How do I obtain the build date? -
I want to buy a UK registered car in Spain but it has no paperwork - what can I do? 19 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a 1982 Renault 4 GTL but it has no paperwork. The car is in Spain on UK-plates. Can I somehow get new papers for this car so I can... -
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...

