Showing results in 
Ask HJ [Show all channels]
Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first
-
Volkswagen Golf heater problems 30 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a problem with the heating on my 2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI. I have to turn the heater temperature control wheel to very nearly the maximum setting... -
Does the Mazda CX-5 suffer from DPF problems? 30 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a Mazda CX-5 2.2 diesel automatic (2WD). I have two questions :- (a) Will the above vehicle be adequate to tow a caravan, 1300kgs... -
Franchised dealer vs specialist garage 23 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
My 2010 Audi A3 cabriolet had an engine management light come up. I took it to a reputable local Audi specialist who traced the code to the cooling fan.... -
Need a economical SUV with a bit of poke 24 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of selling 2013 Nissan Qashqai (underpowered and thirsty). I want to replace it with a petrol/automatic/ SUV with a smaller footprint (London... -
Jaguar XJ6 - fix or sell? 18 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a 1997 Jaguar XJ6 for £700. The sale included a private plate. Since then, I've spent £360 replacing the rear driveshaft because of bearing... -
Starting a new job with a 60 mile commute - should I buy a diesel? 23 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm starting a new job soon, which will involve a daily 60 mile motorway commute. Should I change my petrol Fiat Punto for a diesel? If yes, what would... -
BMW 320i - belt or chain? 6 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a 2009 BMW 320i ES saloon, it’s an auto with a full service history. I just have a couple of questions: Does it have folding rear... -
Need a used family car suitable for low annual mileage 7 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to buy a used car mainly for my wife to use and I would appreciate your advice. Her annual mileage is about 3000 miles and mostly involves... -
Selling a diesel 4 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a BMW 330d E90 LCI model. It's done 86k and am now beginning to wonder how long the DPF will hold up. It's run exclusively on Shell V... -
Volkswagen Golf: TSI 150 or Diesel 150? 4 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
Need new car to replace Peugeot 207SW 1.6 Sport Got two Volkswagen Golfs to choose from, a 100 mile pre-reg GT estate diesel (150) for £20k with 3 yrs... -
Buying a BMW X1 tyre choice & diesel v petrol 2 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying BMX X1. I do about 12,000 miles pa with a lot of journeys around 10 miles and am wondering if I should go for petrol rather than... -
Reliable supermini 28 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
Dear Honest John, I am looking to buy a new supermini(which I would prefer to keep for at least 7 years)and having a hard time choosing between the... -
Kia stop/start system? 23 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2014 Kia Cee'd 3 1.6 CRDI Eco which I am pleased with on the whole but puzzled by the Stop and Go system which refuses to work when the conditions... -
Expensive repairs to a Fiat 500 18 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am being quoted over £2000 for repairs to my Fiat 500 which is less than 4 years old, has full service history and done only 35,000 miles. I believe... -
Fuel economy in a Mitsubishi Outlander 23 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander GX4 manual and no matter how gently I drive the car (I drive the car extremely gently to try to get good economy) I... -
Personal Contract Hire (PCH) companies 9 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at getting a new car and considering financing under a 'Personal contract Hire' agreement on a 3 year term. Have looked in to the concept in... -
Where have all of the petrol Yetis gone? 13 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I want to get a second hand Skoda Yeti. I do not want a diesel as I only cover 7000 miles a year. This only leaves the 1.2 petrol which fear is too underpowered... -
Where's the best place to fit a dashcam? 16 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
Having witnessed a hit and run incident, I wish to fit dashcams to my Volkswagen Polo and Golf. The various sellers all suggest they should be fitted behind... -
Should I keep or ditch my Skoda Superb Estate? 8 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a Skoda Superb Estate.The lease runs out in April and I am looking to replace it. I need the large estate for my business and fancied... -
Is the Toyota Prius a reliable used car? 1 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in cutting my car's running costs. At the moment I have a 2002 Ford Focus 1.6 petrol, which isn't great on fuel and is expensive to tax....
Elsewhere on 
