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Gearbox failure after Volkswagen emissions upgrade 3 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have just had the emissions software upgrade done on my 2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI. While I have only driven a handful of miles, and can't report any... -
Volkswagen Beetle gearbox chatter 11 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a Volkswagen Beetle 1.4 TSI. The car is a 2012 model and has started making a loud noise from under the bonnet. It seems to go when... -
Volkswagen Golf Rejection 5 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I thought I would make you aware of the following issues that I've had on my 2016 registered Volkswagen Golf GTD. Under warranty, the following has been... -
Emissions Scandal - is Mercedes-Benz being investigated? 23 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
In the light of Volkswagen problems with the emissions scandal, why has Mercedes Benz escaped investigation? I have an 10 month old SLK AMG Sport with... -
Skoda Superb - a good used buy pre recall? 26 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have an opportunity to purchase a 2011 Superb Estate 170 SE with 40k miles at trade price, as it is currently business owned and due for replacement.... -
Replacement for Passat diesel automatic? 22 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
We have had two Volkswagen Passat saloons and find that the 2.0-litre TDI combined with the DSG gearbox to be a good combination. In considering a replacement,... -
Are extended warranties worth the money? 26 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
Our Volkswagen CC is coming up to three years old and we are being offered an extended, comprehensive warranty by our local dealer for £290 a year or £31... -
What should I buy to replace my Passat 1.8 estate? 2 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my 2000 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T Estate, which I’ve owned since new. I am hoping to get something smaller, but would prefer a manual.... -
Should my mother buy a Volkswagen Golf 1.6 or a Ford Focus 1.6? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 60-year-old mother is going to buy a new car and is trying to decide between an automatic Volkswagen Golf 1.6 and an automatic Ford Focus 1.6. I drive... -
Can you recommend a saloon car under £10,000? 11 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
I travel daily from Kendal, Cumbria to Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria, it's roughly a 68 mile round trip. Which saloon cars do you recommend for under £10,000... -
What's the best camper van for a family of three? 19 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
We are new to the world of campers and would like to buy a van. What would be the best camper van for a family of three? -
Can you suggest a crossover to replace our hatchback? 15 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
We are now on our sixth Volkswagen Golf. My wife is now struggling at times to get out of the passenger front seat. What car or SUV of a similar size to... -
What's the best workhorse van to buy? 20 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
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Will the Volkswagen extended warranty cover my broken EGR valve? 27 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My EGR valve has gone on my Volkswagen Jetta 2011 and the car has only 42,000 miles on clock . I took Volkswagen extended warranty, will this cover it? -
Is the Volkswagen Polo DSG reliable? 25 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am toying with buying a new Volkswagen Polo - possibly DSG. What is the latest on the DSG auto gearbox, is it reliable? -
Why doesn't Volkswagen do a petrol Passat? 5 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a new Volkswagen Passat, however no petrol engines are available and I am a little concerned about the SCR/DPF issues that are frequently... -
Buying a used Volkswagen - signing a diesel emissions disclaimer? 4 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
A Volkswagen franchised used car dealer (Inchcape ) says I will be asked to sign an emissions disclaimer when purchasing a used Volkswagen TDI car. Do... -
Change in emissions rating of Volkswagen cars? 10 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I read with interest your articles on the current dreadful situation that Volkswagen finds itself in and the upset to owners. If one walks into a Volkswagen... -
Will Volkswagen recall affect my 2010 Jetta TDI? 2 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
My car seems to be affected by the Volkswagen emissions scandal. It is a Jetta 2.0 TDI from 2010. I bought this car in US from the original owner and imported... -
Are used Volkswagen Polos reliable? 2 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace my ageing Honda Concerto, because parts are now unobtainable. I am looking at a Volkswagen Polo 1.4 SE auto to replace it and have found...

