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Flash and carry 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I do 400 motorway miles every weekend and carry a lot of kit. An estate is essential. We have a Mercedes E240 2005 petrol model estate at present... -
How much should a large stone chip cost to repair? 9 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have just been quoted £765 to fully repair a fairly large stone chip in the drivers door of my car. I have been told the whole door will need to be repainted... -
Do I have to replace my windscreen? 4 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
I seem to have acquired a very fine scratch across the windscreen of our Lexus ES, probably from a fine piece of grit on the wiper blade. It is only visible... -
Sporty petrol estate? 11 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I own a lovely Toyota GT86 that is great fun to dive but I have had to buy another car for the dog! Any suggestions as to what I can trade the GT86 for?... -
Buying an executive car 4 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have been very tempted by some deals on the BMW 520d and Mercedes E220. Would I have any diesel problems on a two year lease? Or should I get a Lexus... -
How long will the battery last on a hybrid? 13 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a second hand hybrid, can you please can you tell me at what mileage I should be worrying about renewing the battery pack, and the... -
Tyre Magic tyre sealant - should I buy it? 30 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Lexus has no spare tyre and is equipped instead with a pump and some Dunlop sealant for use in the case of non-catastrophic tyre deflation. I've... -
Which wheels and tyres for a Lexus CT 200h? 28 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
This particular car is fitted with 16 inch wheels rather than the standard 17 inch. I seem to remember you once saying that smaller wheels/ tyres give... -
Do you have any information on the small Jaguars that are about to be released? 30 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently run a Jaguar X-Type, and have been very pleased with it, but now I would like a new one. I have considered the XF 2.2 diesel which is great,... -
Which quality 7-seat vehicle with prestige would you recommend? 27 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I consider myself a car connoisseur but have hit a brick wall. My wife and I decided to buy one family car with plenty of space, additional seats, some... -
Which car should I buy for a 130-mile daily round trip? 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have up to £10,000 to spend on a used car for a daily round trip of 130 miles, and my criteria is reliability, economy and decent motorway performance.... -
Raiser edge 28 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered £14k for my 2005 BMW 525dM Sport Touring auto, mileage 40k, with leather, media pack, etc. against a 2008 Lexus RX400h with 26k miles... -
Inexpensive jeep 6 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I will soon be changing my car and will have £25k-£30k to spend on a new or almost new vehicle. I live in a farmhouse that can only be approached by a... -
I bought a car that I was unaware had previously been rejected as faulty - and it's now faulty again. What do I do? 16 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a 2008 Lexus IS 250 from a dealer. It has a fault that has been diagnosed as faulty VVTI controllers (cam gears). The dealer is rejecting... -
Need a used car for high mileage motorway driving 12 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a car for high mileage motorway use. Approx 30k miles a year. Preferably automatic. Considered BMW 3 or 5 series (including coupe), Merc... -
I need a comfortable load lugger? 15 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am a big guy with lots of stuff and need an SUV to go on the motorway. Reliablity, comfort and power are important. Running costs less so. I have narrowed... -
Why aren't there more recommendations for petrol-driven cars? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I often read the so-called ‘Best Buys’ in magazines like ‘What Car’ but more often than not the recommendation is for a diesel. I shall drive no more than... -
Winter tyres - why can't I get them for my Lexus? 1 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I run a 54 reg RX300 and have been having problems trying to get winter tyres. My current tyres are 225/60 R17 and I have asked local garages and specialists... -
Adapter plugged 12 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My husband recently passed away and I am looking to downsize. I have a 1998R Lexus GS300 Auto SE with fsh and 93,000 miles on the clock, which I believe... -
Amazzed 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
A conundrum. It’s time to part with my nearly 8-year-old super Mazda 626 GSI SE that’s been faultless and consider a replacement. Any ideas? I’m 6’, 65...
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