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I think older cars, like my 2003 Jaguar S-Type, are excellent value for money. 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I read with interest the letter from ‘MH’ with regard to older luxury cars being value for money. I purchased a 53 plate S-Type Jaguar, 4.2 V8 model for... -
Which car offers comfortable seating, preferably a Vauxhall? 8 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are finding difficulties to get in and out of our 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 1.8 SXI. Seat adjustment is important now I am 75 and my wife will... -
Buying a family car for less than £3000 18 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have just sold our beloved old Land Cruiser after three years of trouble free driving as it was just too juicy but I am terrified at re-entering the... -
Why are Spanish police operating a zero tolerance policy for minor offences? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Whilst motoring last month on hundreds of miles of excellent new and uncrowded roads in Spain, I was stopped by the Guardia Civil for going through a tunnel... -
What cars are best suited to older drivers 2 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
My elderly parents live in rural Ireland, and are considering buying a new (or second hand) car. They've been Volvo estate drivers all their life, and... -
What do you think of the Range Rover Sport, and am I tall enough to drive it at 5-feet 2-inches? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My husband is keen on buying a Range Rover Sport approximately 2-3 years old. We would probably do about 15,000 miles a year. What would you recommend... -
Why aren't electric cars being aimed at older drivers in rural locations? 9 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I no longer drive conventional cars, but I live in the country and much enjoy travelling our lanes on my electric buggy. I am a fairly tough old fella... -
Astra van hesitant 3 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an Astra van DTI 1.7. It drives spot on, plenty of power, no warning lights etc. but if I put my foot down sometimes it has a quick miss of power... -
New BMW 530d has 'characteristic noise' which garage can't or won't cure. 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have spent 12 months at my BMW dealer trying to get a problem cured on a new car. The engine resonates at about 1750 rpm in all gears. 1750 is about... -
Avensing angel 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
Some 4 years ago I acted on your advice and bought a Toyota Avensis hatchback, 2.2 diesel. We live in an attractive part of the Scottish Highlands and... -
What could be causing my Mazda's power steering to fail at slow speed? 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
A few weeks ago I sent you an email regarding the curious sensation on my Mazda steering, which only occurred after I had driven a few miles and I assumed... -
Why can't we have hand controls for the brake and accelerator fitted to a manual car? 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
It looks as if we are going to have to have controls for the brake and accelerator attached to the steering column. No problem, there is a firm near us... -
Is the 7-speed DSG gearbox in our 2009 Volkswagen Touran sufficiently reliable to reach 150,000 miles? 29 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
Last week the 7-speed DSG box of our March 2009 Volkswagen Touran Diesel packed up, having done 53,000 miles. As you can see from the mileage we do mostly... -
Economy con 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
I read with interest comments on fuel consumption in your column. We have had a Golf Mk V Estate 2.0 TDI auto estate for over a year. It returns from... -
Do I need new insurance? 17 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
I took an insurance policy with eCar for myself and two sons. I was asked to provide copies of driving licences (both parts) for all named drivers. I have... -
Where can I have an ESP fault on my wife's 2006 Volkswagen Golf repaired? 4 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
The warning light on my wife's 2006 Volkswagen Golf 4-wheel-drive Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) has just come on automatically and I cannot switch... -
A new small car 13 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to part exchange my Land Rover Freelander (2005 -05 plate diesel, 49,000 miles) for a new car with five doors, diesel engine, long warranty,... -
What car for £15k? 1 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to change my car in the next month or so. I have one child of 2yrs and looking to add another to the brood. I currently have a BMW 320d... -
What could be causing a slight vibration when driving my 20-year-old Volvo 740 through lower gears? 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
Six months ago I took the cylinder head off my 20-year-old Automatic Volvo 740 Estate to investigate a fairly severe vibration in the engine, even when... -
Driving Problems when towing 20 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
In March I was towing my horsebox with one large horse and a very small pony when the car all of a sudden blew out black smoke and accelerated to 4,000...
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