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Replacing a Passat estate 18 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have been thinking of changing my current Passat estate 2.0 TDi (140) and have been told that no-one buys the petrol versions and that the depreciation... -
Tuning chip on a focus diesel 10 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2002 LX 1.8 TDCi Ford Focus. It goes well but any improvement in performance and economy would help in these expensive times. What is your take... -
Which SUV to replace my Toyota RAV4? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I would appreciate your advice on what would be a good replacement for my 8-year old RAV4, which has been excellent. Should I look at the latest RAV4 or... -
Quick and cheap repair for my Passat's air conditioning compressor. 3 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Following your answer about garages replacing aircon compressors when all that was needed was a new clutch, mine failed a week ago. I took the car, a... -
Keihin KS2 Carb service. 31 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have fitted a Keihin KS2 carb to an old 1600 VW. After standing for a long time when I started the car it was leaking petrol from the accerlerator pump.... -
Poor self centering in the steering. 15 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a 2008 Honda Jazz 1.4 i-DSi SE with 22k miles. Very nice little car apart from the steering which is slightly heavy at higher speeds,... -
Morri pole 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
My Morris Minor 1000 celebrated its 50th birthday at the beginning of September by passing it's MoT. I have used it regularly for the last 40 years and... -
Without due corsa 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
My son bought a 2002 Corsa from a local dealer (operating from his home) on 31 August. We have now found that the radio and head unit are not in good working... -
Should I take out a new warranty policy for my three-year-old Audi A4 S Line? 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I currently have an Audi A4 S Line diesel that will come to the end of its manufacturer’s 3-year warranty on 19 Sept 2011 with a mileage of 16,000. Do... -
Rusty Mercedes 14 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2002 C220 Coupe which has been rusting/bubbling at the arches for a few years now but I never took it up with my local MB dealer (Southampton)... -
Revving Caravelle 31 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a problem with my Caravelle. The revs shoot up occasionally whilst driving around town. We do low mileage, mostly around town, and the car can go... -
What can I replace my Toyota RAV4 with that offers better fuel economy? 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
The home of my family necessitates me travelling over the Pennines on the A66 from Co. Durham often, including in the winter. I have a 5-year-old 4WD Toyota... -
Why is my Skoda Fabia Greenline II returning worse mpg than the Fabia Greenline I I had previously? 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a Skoda Fabia Greenline II estate, having run a Greenline I estate for nearly three years and easily achieved the stated combined... -
Are drum brakes too old? 27 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying the new Ford Focus but I do not agree with Fords policy of selling the new model with rear drum brakes. The entire C segment... -
Is it safe to drive my Hyundai Getz to the dealer with the 'Malfunction' light on? 10 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 3-year-old Hyundai Getz 1.1 petrol. The 'Malfunction' light is occasionally coming on and when I accelerate the power is "lumpy". The handbook... -
Can you recommend a French equivalent to the Ford Mondeo Estate? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have sold my house in Spain and I am moving to France. Can you please tell me if there is a French estate car that can compare favourably with the new... -
Why doesn't my warranty cover my Volkswagen Golf's prematurely worn clutch? 3 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2.5-year-old Volkswagen Golf. It's only done 26,000 miles and the clutch is starting to go. I have spoken to the Volkswagen garage, who informed... -
Ex seption 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am a 74-year old woman, owner of a 1998 Vauxhall Corsa manual 1.4 bought new, which has done about 40,000 miles of trouble-free motoring. I foresee the... -
Fuels and their money 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 5-year-old Rover 75 Connoisseur SE CDTi diesel has covered 29,000 miles and will average 48 miles per gallon on a long run dropping to 43 on short runs.... -
What do you think of the new Skoda Fabia Elegance 1.2 TSI 105bhp 7 spd DSG? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am considering purchasing a new Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI automatic for my wife. I understand that they will be available in a few months time. Could you please...
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