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The clutch has failed on a used Golf I just bought - must I foot the bill for repairs? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My problem is with a used Golf that I purchased a few months ago. This was bought from a local Volkswagen franchise from which I have bought a number of... -
Which family car to replace a MINI One? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would appreciate your help. I am recently married and expecting my first child. I drive a company car, which is 2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6DCI 130. My wife... -
Which convertible to replace our Hyundai i30? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Vauxhall Insignia Elite hatchback with leather upholstery, satnav and all the bells and whistles. Terrific car, I'm delighted with it. Currently,... -
Has Ford overcome the DPF problem by using an additive in its diesel engines? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have followed with interest your comments on DPF problems. I have not experienced these with my own 2009 Volkswagen 2.0-litre turbodiesel, although at... -
Bought a used car - Dealers responsibility? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a used Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI sport (with around 48000 miles) and its 15 days since I have bought it. When the car was sold the... -
Should I buy a classic Nissan Figaro or a Fiat 500? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a company car that my 22-year-old daughter can drive, but not after April 2013 as the insurance changes. I am looking to get a fun car (budget around... -
What should I replace my Scirocco company car with? 24 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I would like to replace my company Volkswagen Scirocco DSG with an Audi A3 Quattro. Unfortunately the new A3 won’t be out until next Autumn and I need... -
Revs drop without warning on my Vokswagen Polo 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I hope that you might be able to help with an intermittent problem on my partner's 54-plate Volkswagen Polo with around 80,000 miles. The engine will... -
BMW X3 or VW Toureg for long distance driving? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
We'd like to buy either a Volkswagen Touareg Auto Altitude or a new style BMW X3 Auto, the latter looking to be cheaper to run. Have you any opinions on... -
We bought discounted cars from Orangewheels and are very pleased. 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Last year I contacted www.orangewheels.co.uk about a new Golf Match TSI auto. I was passed to Dane Chester and was offered a discount 3 per cent greater... -
Downsizing from a Renault Scenic 10 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have had two Renault Scenics but now want to downsize. Must be automatic and, as I have disabled passenger, I need a higher seating position than a normal... -
Toyota Prius, Honda Insight or Citroen C1? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Would you rather buy an older Toyota Prius with low mileage or a newer one with high mileage? Would you go for the Prius or a Honda Insight or a Citroen... -
Signed a sales contract for a car which can't be supplied in the agreed colour - can we void the contract? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Recently we chose a new Volkswagen from the brochure at a main dealer, as the dealer did not have in stock the model we wanted. We also chose the colour... -
Which MPV offers a flat load bed and good economy? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy an estate car, as its flat load bed will be very useful. I fancied an SUV but, with the price of fuel, cannot justify the cost as the... -
What has caused this engine fault on my 2006 Golf GT? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Golf GT 1.4TSI 170 new in July 2006. Last July an engine warning light appeared. It was diagnosed as a faulty timing chain, which was replaced.... -
We need a new car with easy access and good reliability with low mileages - what do you suggest? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are a couple in our early 70s and we have enjoyed a Mercedes C180 for some years, but it gives signs of rising repair costs and we give signs of decreasing... -
Which luxury SUV offers good comfort and a quiet ride? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a four-year-old facelift Jaguar XJ 2.7 V6 diesel Sovereign, which I have owned from new and now has 98,000 miles under its belt. It has been a wonderful... -
Can I recommend Roadhawk in-car video cameras? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Regarding the letter from NB asking about forward-facing in-car video cameras, may I suggest you look at the Road Hawk camera system? It is a compact unit... -
We are looking for a reliable 5-door car with good build quality - should we buy petrol or diesel? 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
We have recently retired and are planning to spend around £20,000 on a new or nearly new car. Being conscious of escalating fuel costs we were planning... -
Can you recommend a family MPV with a large boot for short drives? 12 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently driving a Ford Focus (old style) 1.6 from 2005 but would like to change to a newer car with more boot space as I'm expecting our first child....

