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  • Buying a comfortable SUV - what's best used? 23 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have arthritis and want a comfortable, automatic car with a high driving seat. I have up to £14,000 to spend. What would you recommend?
  • Can you recommend a small and economical car for £4000? 16 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My mother needs a small economical car that’s reliable. She drives around town most of the time and once a week she does a return trip of 100 miles to...
  • Engine management light flashing on a Punto? 4 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2003 Fiat Punto. The engine mamagement light is on constantly until I drive at speed - when it flashes on and off. Why is this and can I stop...
  • Is this advice about a diesel particulate filter correct? 26 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
    A Mercedes salesman has told me that a Mercedes diesel is OK for short distance driving - but reports in the press say that a diesel engine is not good...
  • Does the Nissan Qashqai have camshaft chain? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Does the Nissan Qashqai 2.0dCi 150PS have a camshaft chain or belt drive? Also, same question for the Land Rover Freelander. I had a bad experience with...
  • Which Skoda Superb diesel? 10 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Which Skoda Superb diesel would be most economical for mostly motorway driving, the 1.6 Greenline or 2.0 140ps?
  • How often should I change filters? 7 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I've just had an oil/filter service on my recently purchased 4 year old 27,000 mile E93. What frequency of oil & filter change would you recommend in...
  • Vibrations in my daughter's Fiesta 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My daughter has a 2010 Ford Fiesta. When accelerating, between 50 and 60mph, the car judders (a bit like poorly balanced wheels). If she releases the accelerator,...
  • What car £3000 14 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Can you recommend me a car for around £3000 please? I want something that is cheap to insure and tax, and is decent on fuel but won’t cost a lot to maintain....
  • I'm looking for a replacement for my 2000 Daewoo Matiz 14 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I need a small five-door manual, mainly for local runs but some longer drives, to replace a fantastic 12-year-old Daewoo Matiz SE which is showing its...
  • Jaguar XF - does it have a diesel particulate filter? 6 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Does the Jaguar XF have a DPF and if yes, are you aware of any problems? We have had problems with our current Vauxhall Insignia and don't want a repeat.
  • Thanks for recommending the Toyota Verso S. 2 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    On your advice we bought a Toyota Verso S. We are delighted. Well designed, well built and a joy to drive. Thank you.
  • Buying a Zafira size car - what's the best option? 28 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have had a Zafira for 7 years and liked it, ready to change but money is tight any suggestions of similar cars or good deals, even for new Zafiras. Trading...
  • Dacia Duster - what is the 1.6 engine from and is it powerful enough? 6 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have ordered a Dacia Duster for delivery JAN 2012. I am concerned about the reliability and fuel efficiency as I don't know anyone with one.
  • DPF Removal? 30 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Have had many problems after the injector replacement under recall - DPF light constantly on and car often at the garage for regeneration - and then the...
  • Can I be added to my mums insurance? 16 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am 17 and doing my lessons, aimed to pass around christmas time. When I pass will I be able to be added to my mums insurance in order to drive the car?
  • My friend is entering the Mongol Rally 18 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    A friend of mine is entering the Mongol rally on the 14th July for charity, driving a 2003 1100cc Fiat Panda. It will be his honeymoon with his new...
  • First car for a taller person - any thoughts? 31 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Buying a first car for a 17 year old who is 6 foot 7 inches. Any ideas for head/leg room and low insurance?
  • Saab 9-5 based on the Vauxhall Vectra? 23 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I keep reading that the Saab 9-5 is based on the Vauxhall Vectra, but given the size of the car, surely it is based on the Vauxhall Omega?
  • Petrol or diesel? 4 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I drive about 10000 miles a year. Is it worth getting a diesel and I mean a 10 year old diesel, or stick to petrol? I've been offered a nice MG ZS + 1.8...
 

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