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The turbo on my diesel car needed replaced after just five years. Should the manufacturer contribute? 5 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
My five year old Mercedes-Benz A-Class diesel has done 36,000 miles. The turbo failed, resulting in a garage bill of £1700. It was repaired by a local... -
When will my 1981 MGB become classed as a historic vehicle? 20 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
My MGB Roadster was registered 01-01-1981. What date will it be eligible to be classed as a historic vehicle? -
Vauxhall Corsa - repair or scrap? 23 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a work colleague who is 18 years old and drives a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa automatic. She has already spent £900 on repairs and has now been told she... -
What should I do about a fault alert on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2013 E-Class Mercedes-Benz two weeks ago. Since then, while driving, suddenly I hear a loud two bleeps and see a warning triangle light up.... -
Why does my insurance company insist that I have a hire car if mine is off the road? 13 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am a retired 73 year old and do around 4000 miles a year maximum. I have protected NCD. When I renew my motor insurance I tell them that I don't need... -
Should I buy an ex-Olympic fleet BMW 320d? 26 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am seriously considering the purchase of a high spec BMW 320d auto saloon F30. The car is eight months old, has covered 1300 miles and is an ex-Olympic... -
Which economical used family car? 2 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are looking to buy a used family car (we currently have a 53 plate Meriva which we have been pleased with, but a bit basic). Can you suggest some family... -
Should I buy my company Focus 1.6 TDCI? 19 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Ford focus Zetec 1.6 TDCI 110 (DPF) (2008, 58 plate, 47500 miles) company car is at the end of its lease. It has been faultless so far and I can buy... -
Which small automatic car should we buy? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a nine-year-old Corolla manual car at present, which has been wonderful. Owing to age and some infirmity we need to change to an automatic car.... -
Converting a Scenic to LPG 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a plan to convert my Scenic (Auto), model year 2002, to LPG. Can you please advise if it make sense convering it as it's 10 years old now. I'ts... -
I've found that my new Mercedes-Benz B-Class is ex-rental. Does this affect its value? 17 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a Mercedes-Benz B-Class 180CDi SE, with 18,000 miles and 15 months old. The purchase was from a main Mercedes-Benz dealer and it is in... -
Should I buy an old shape Volvo V70 with lower miles or a new shape with a higher mileage? 7 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
Should I buy a late model but older shape Volvo V70 (say, a 2006/7 model) with a low mileage or spend another £3000 or so on a newer shape V70 but with... -
Care covers 15 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
What should I do to maximise the life (and resale value) of my new car (a 3 year old Z4M roadster)? It will be kept outside on a driveway frequented by... -
Less to the pound 10 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
Really enjoyed your test of the Mazda 6 2.2 diesel. This car is on my shortlist to replace my current Mondeo 2.2 Titanium X estate that is now 2 years... -
I unwittingly took a clocked Mazda 6 in part-exchange and sold it on - am I liable? 1 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm a used car trader. I recently took a Mazda 6 diesel in part-exchange with my 2005 Renault Megane. The Mazda is showing 86,000 miles, which I wrote... -
Priced possession 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm probably being naive but why is there a huge discrepancy between What Car? Valuations, “We Buy Any Car” valuations and Dealer valuations. I have a... -
How do I make a Jersey-registered car UK legal? 1 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
My nephew is getting a 12-year-old Peugeot 309, which was first registered in Jersey. What do I do to make it UK legal? -
What classic makes and models are the easiest to source spare parts for? 8 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'd like your opinion about the classic car spare parts market, above all for 25 to 35 years old models. What brands or models do you suggest avoiding... -
Why is the brake control pump in my Mercedes-Benz E220 CDi designed to fail? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2004 Mercedes-Benz E220 CDi Classic. It has 130,000 miles on the clock. Just a couple of weeks ago, a warning appeared on the dash: ‘Service Brake!... -
Waggoning the dog 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
Our most pressing need when buying a car, over above the usual issues of economy, safety, eco-friendliness, visibility, etc. etc., is how to accommodate...
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