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What's a suitable car for a 70-year-old? 15 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I drive an Audi A3 which I have had for seven years and am pleased with. However as we get older, we find long journeys are less comfortable and have thought... -
Should I buy a lead acid or calcium battery? 25 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1999 Morgan +4. Should I buy a lead acid or a calcium battery? My last battery was a Halfords lead acid and lasted seven years. -
Our SEAT Leon DSG has had two clutch replacements, should we sell it before the warranty period ends? 10 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
My mother bought a SEAT Leon 1.2 TSI DSG new in July 2015. A new clutch was fitted in July 2016 under warranty, and new clutches are now being fitted... -
Is the dealer liable to pay for engine repairs on my two year old Audi A4? 3 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I bought an Audi A4 from an Audi dealer two years ago. It's been serviced by them since purchase, with the last service in December 2017. It recently broke... -
What's a good van for biking, commuting and sleeping in? 17 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
Which van would you recommend for chucking mountain bikes in the back and sleeping in? It would be my main car too and so used for local journeys during... -
I'm paying for accident repairs without insurance involvement - how do I check the garage isn't overcharging? 8 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
I hit a car when trying to reverse out of a confined space. I offered to pay for the damage without going through my insurance company as I envisaged the... -
My son's car won't start - does the clicking noise suggest it's an issue with the starting motor? 31 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I drove my son's car last week, a 2007 Volkswagen Astra (35,000 miles). I heard a loud squeal and then it cut out and I smelled something burning, which... -
Do the police take car crime as a serious problem? 8 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
Do the police take car crime as a serious problem? I've just had my van broken into twice in the space of a month, actual damage to repair £2000.The police... -
Can you suggest an auto that offers a nice ride and decent boot space? 1 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a very smooth ride and responsive acceleration. I've got £10,000 - £20,000 to spend on something automatic with a decent boot and five... -
Are other drivers experiencing worse fuel economy after the emissions fix? 3 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I had the emissions fix on my 2013 Volkswagen Passat 180PS three weeks ago. My trip is now showing a consistent 7 per cent worse fuel consumption and the... -
What's the lowest rpm I could drop to in achieving good economy and a clean pick up? 20 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've just watched your Volkswagen Polo economy driving video. I recently bought a new Vauxhall Astra ST 1.4 150 T (i.e. same sort of small capacity turbo... -
My insurance has offered scrap value for my car after an accident - what do I do? 21 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I own a 1996 Volkswagen Polo MK3 which has been in the family since new. Recently I had a small dent in the wing caused by a third party. The insurance... -
Can I sue a garage for giving bad advice? 15 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My son has has numerous warning lights appear on the dashboard of his 2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI. He immediately took it to a local garage and was told... -
Insurance 13 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has driven a classic Mini since she passed her test seven months ago. However, with the Mini proving unreliable so we have changed to a Volkswagen... -
Hybrid/petrol company car recommendations 13 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm about to order a new company car. My business mileage is negligible and my daily commute is 12 miles of country roads. The only long journeys are 2-3... -
Buying a new hatchback - A3 or Golf? 29 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am retiring soon and want to buy a new hatchback with five-doors, a petrol engine and manual gearbox. I quite like the Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf. Is... -
Changing registered keeper following a death 21 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
Many years ago my father-in-law died and since then his 1971 Volkswagen Type 3 fastback has sat unmoved in the garage of his house. After a further 28... -
Which used executive car should I buy for £13k? 10 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Passat Sport 1.9 TDI with 296,000 miles has been written off by a chap who jumped a red light. So I need a replacement with the following... -
Can you recommend something to replace my X3? 5 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am in a quandary. My 2011 BMW X3 is having some electrical problems so I think I will replace it. Being retired I can no longer justify an expensive... -
Which used hatch should I get for £15k? 2 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I need a used hatchback for up to £15,000 and have narrowed my choice down to the SEAT Leon, Volkswagen Golf and Audi A3. I drive approx 25,000 miles per...
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