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My grandson had his black box insurance cancelled for speeding - can we ask for proof? 5 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
My grandson has had his car insurance cancelled as they have said the black box showed that he was speeding. They have also kept £200 for a months car... -
What's the best classic sports car for around £10,000? 29 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking about buying a sports car for a bit of fun. I'm considering a Lotus Elan M100 or Honda S2000 and have up to £10k to spend or a bit more if... -
What are the best offers on new cars, including free insurance? 13 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
We're looking to insure a 17 year old driver. We are unsure which strategy to pursue, buy new - including free insurance - or buy a used car for £1000... -
I recently bought a van that now seems faulty - can I reject it? 28 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Volkswagen Crafter, with 61,000 miles on the clock, for £10,400 a week ago. The price seemed about right, although my gut told me it’s had heavy... -
Is a car that's been standing for 18 months likely to have engine issues? 24 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a 2013 Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.8 TSI that's apparently been standing for 18 months. The owner (one from new) has passed away,... -
What was the best car before cars became complicated? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
In these days of emissions, DPFs, DMFs, ESP, ABS, complicated gearboxes and keyless entry I'm considering a forray into buying something simple to keep... -
A 'no fault' accident has left me without enough insurance money to repair my car - what are my rights? 2 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
Having suffered a "No Fault" accident, I cannot get the other driver's insurance company to repair my car. I own a 2002/2003 Volkswagen Passat 2.0-litre... -
The steering rack on my new car was defective - can I claim against the dealer? 6 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
We have had a fairly acrimonious dispute with our local dealer and also VWUK about having to replace track rod ends and the steering rack on a Volkswagen... -
Faulty air con - should I sue the supplying dealer? 1 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
My local Volkswagen dealer diagnosed and recommended replacing the air con condenser on my 62 plate Polo. Thinking that excessive, I accepted a quote from... -
Petrol or diesel used estate for outdoor lifestyle? 29 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a 2-3 year old estate. I live in Cumbria and do about 18k miles per year so the car needs to be good on hills. I have a 12 mile (each way)... -
Is the BMW F10 a sensible car for a daily commute? 2 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I currently run a 2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 diesel. I would like something a bigger and more refined for a daily round trip commute of 45 miles. I am a... -
Estate, SUV or Kombi van? 3 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
After 14 excellent years our Skoda Octavia (1999) 1.9 TDi SLX estate, which has covered 175,000 miles and achieves between 40 and 50 mpg, it is starting... -
What could I replace my Mercedes-Benz C220 with? 5 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I run a 2006 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI blue efficiency AMG Sport Estate on a 3-year PCP that expires at the end of November. Since buying this car my driving... -
What do you recommend to replace our Renault Clio? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a new car, preferably a forecourt model or demonstrator with less than 5000 miles on the clock so we can avoid instant depreciation.... -
Why won't my warranty cover clutch damage on my Saab convertible? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am 80 years old. I bought a new Saab convertible in November 2011, three months before they folded, leaving me with no warranty. I am a DT reader of... -
Is my Skoda Octavia reliable because of my driving style? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I read your slightly dismissive comments a couple of weeks ago on the Skoda Octavia and Volkswagen Passat 2005-2011. I have had a 2-litre diesel Octavia... -
Which diesel SUV for rural use? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
We currently drive a Mercedes-Benz SLK and a Fiesta but with both of these cars I am now experiencing back/leg pain after driving for an hour or so. Earlier... -
When is a car park sign unfair? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I visited a Volkswagen dealer in Victoria Road, Ruislip. This road has many small retail parks. I parked in what I thought was the retail park in which... -
Are there any SUVs which are more comfortable than Honda's CR-V? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are both retired and live near Oxford. Once a week we drive to Suffolk, a round trip of some 300 miles, which contributes to a joint annual... -
Bogus collision driver is trying to scam money out of me 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
Last night I drove very close to a 2001 Peugeot 306 in my Volkswagen T4 at around 3-5mph on a petrol station forecourt. I avoided it altogether, but the...
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