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Family automatic with plenty of luggage space - what would you recommend? 10 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is expecting a second baby and needs a used automatic with plenty of space for her commute to school. Her average mileage is 8000 and a petrol... -
Buying a used city car - what's best? 31 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a used city car for my 20 year old daughter. Reliability and economy is important, otherwise I will be paying for all of the repairs. What... -
When should I change the timing belt/chain on my Pajero? 16 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have bought my first car, which is a 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 2.5 diesel. It has 98,800 miles on the clock and the previous owner told me it has never... -
Ford C-Max - Should I get an EcoBoost? 11 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at replacing my Ford C-Max with the newer version. My mileage is around 10,000 a year and I’m not looking for high performance - reliability... -
Which car offers ease of access and a comfortable ride? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are both in our 70s and would appreciate your advice on the choice of our last car. Our budget is £4000, annual mileage about 6000. We have... -
The 2013 Clio Estate - will we get it in the UK? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have read some cracking reviews online of the 2013 Clio Estate, but understand that Renault won't ever sell it in the UK. Does HJ know if that is a final... -
Tyres for new Merc B class 1.8 petrol I 8 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Sorry put all of it above, we are having a new Mercedes B class 1.8 petrol engine shortly my dealer wants to know what tyre/wheel size we want. Your newspaper... -
Looking to buy a small automatic petrol hatchback as a second car. 14 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a Mercedes-Benz C-Class auto, and in order to make things easier for my wife and I, it might make sense to purchase a small automatic... -
Which small economical car? 16 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a Skoda Fabia 1.2 54bhp Classic which has done nearly 115000 trouble free miles and will do 47 mpg when driven carefully. I'm looking... -
Who could repair the gearbox on my 2000 Honda Odyssey? 11 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
My son has bought a 2000 Honda Odyssey which was imported into the UK in 2004 for a 'scrap' price of £350. It goes well but has had a bit of trouble in... -
Dodgy Dodge dealer 24 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am having a nightmare with Chrysler Dodge. My car is sitting on my drive with a defective alternator that is within warranty, but the customer service... -
Which family car? 6 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for the best family car I can buy. I need it to be automatic and cost effective and safe. I've listed Peugeot 308 SW, Vauxhall Zafira, Ford... -
Buying a Convertible for £5K. What should I consider? 30 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I will soon be in the market for a nice convertible for between 5K and 6k. Economy is important, as well as looks and a desirbale badge. I am drawn... -
Which reliable, economical small car has a large boot? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are pensioners who currently drive a Clio Campus (last of the previous marque) that has been reliable, economical, comfortable and has a decent sized... -
Made in Japan? 8 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Do you know where I can find the country where a car is made? I am looking for a car officially imported into the UK that is actually made in Japan as... -
Buying a hybrid. Which one? 5 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy a new Hybrid. Should it be a Jazz, Insight or Prius? When will the plug in Prius be on sale and is it worth the wait? Space is not... -
Buying a suitable car for a young female graduate, what would you recommend? 2 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am a recently graduated girl of 21 looking for a first car. I have previously driven a citroen C2 but am now looking for something slightly bigger, with... -
Thanks for presenting your true mpg figure database, and don't blame the manufacturers for trying. 16 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
Congratulations on launching a table to reflect true average fuel consumption figures (www.honestjohn.co.uk/realmpg). You cannot really blame the manufacturers.... -
Cars in New Zealand 15 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
We are moving to New Zealand. Most used cars there are imported with low mileage from Japan. Can you please recommend a used, reliable 5 door automatic... -
How do you rate the English version Mazda MX-5 Mk1? 16 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a Mazda MX-5 Mk1. I would like to get the English version but how do you rate this against the import? Do you know the insurance...

