Refine by channel:  Forum (291)    Ask HJ (244)    News (64)    Article (4)    FAQs (3)    Good Garages (1)  

Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first

• 
  You may like to read my letter regarding the proposed EU ban on elderly drivers. 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have sent the following letter to the English local press here and in Spanish about the proposed EU ban from driving of elderly drivers. You may find...
• 
  How do I register for the ULEZ zone in Madrid? 2 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am transiting through Spain later in the year and need to stop in Madrid overnight to catch up with an old friend. I have searched extensively on the...
• 
  What are the implications of a no deal Brexit when driving to an EU country? 29 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  What are the implications of a no deal Brexit when driving to an EU country?
• Ford Kuga - Ford Kuga mk2 2.0 smoke and burning smell 10 Apr 2019 (Forum)
  Been told smells like clutch burning (although clutch response didn't appear to be any different from any other time I've driven it, gear change smooth and biting point still quite low) or possibly the dpf regenerating and just law of s0d that I was stationary and the heat increase caused the smoke which had I been driving would have blown by unnoticed Never had a dpf in a motor so asking for any suggestions please Off to Spain tomorrow (yup, bad timing as always) so gonna call dealer as still under warranty but would like to go prepared with some info as the dealer was a little dismissive of past issues we've reported with the car Thanks in advance and free Spain keyring for anyone who can correctly diagnose this issue from the basic description ive given lol 
• 
  I got a flat tyre on my hire car - do I declare this car hire excess claim to my own insurer? 14 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I recently hired a car in Spain and during the rental I had a flat tyre. The rental firm charged me 125 Euros when I returned the car. Fortunately, I had...
• 
  Buying family car 6 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Hello and greetings from Portugal. Need advice on buying a "new" used car for the family. I have 3 kids, (15,13 and 3 years old), so it need's to have...
• Renault Laguna 2.2 Dci Year 2002 Estate UK Reg - Water from Header Tank and Injector issue (HELP) ! 29 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  Hi all, on our way to spain when the heater hose split. Took it off, repaired it and started it, all OK drove 300 miles close to Spain Border, then overheating light Pulled up, looked and noticed there is back presure and water blowing from Radiator head tank.
• 
  What tyres are best for my Skoda Fabia? 6 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My 2009 Skoda Fabia came fitted with Goodyear tyres, 205/45R16 W 83, which I have replaced, like for like, since new. I have done nearly 70,000 miles predominantly...
• Toyota Avensis Tourer "Comfort" (Spanish spec) - No more common sense - no more spare bulbs! 6 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  I asked at a main dealer and was told they are not made or provided for specific models any more as legislation in Spain was recently changed and spare bulb kits no longer have to be carried in the car. (I'm not sure whether this only applies to post-2012 cars, or whether all drivers of all cars are now exempt.) A generic spare bulb kit for "Most" of the bulbs would set me back about 20 Euro, though cheaper kits are to be found on eBay.
• 
  Did you know that traffic lights in France are linked to radar to stop you speeding? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I recently saw something I have never seen before: an honest approach to dealing with speeding that is motivated by road safety rather than revenue collection....
• 
  Is this a scam? 23 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  An employee of mine is wanting to buy a Qashquai advertised in Autotrader from Spain. It is a 2007 model, has 60,000 on the clock and the seller only...
• 
  Can you recommend a French equivalent to the Ford Mondeo Estate? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have sold my house in Spain and I am moving to France. Can you please tell me if there is a French estate car that can compare favourably with the new...
• Focus TDCi - New set of alloys at 35K - road humps to blame? 17 Jun 2010 (Forum)
  Three of the four have been replaced by the leasing company and the Ford main dealer told me this kind of damage is all too common, now that speed humps are so "popular" all over Spain, just like in the UK. I follow HJ's advice on negotiating road humps (and pretty much everything else!) and with a permanently full boot I am not one to charge about the place, road humps or not. Road accidents, especially amongst children, in urban areas have to fall, no question.
• 
  Lessor evil 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
  We live overseas, but intend coming to UK (mainly Scotland) each summer for 3-4 months and possibly a further 2 weeks later in the year. A car is essential,...
• 
  Changing sides 14 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a left hand drive car for use in Spain, ideally in the UK in order that I can part-exchange my current right hand drive car. The dealer...
• Driving a Foreign Car in Britain 27 Mar 2005 (Forum)
  can I change the direction using headlight stickers, as I used to do with my old Cavalier here in Spain? Sorry for all the questions but your help would be most appreciated. Thanks
• toyota verso 2.2 auto - gearbox oil change 10 Jul 2013 (Forum)
  I am changing the oil on my Verso at 6500 miles prior a run down to Spain. The first service will be done in October. Is it prudent to change the Auto box fluid as well. I used to change my last Verso (Petrol) engine oil every 5-6ooo miles and the auto box oil every 30000 miles, and both were like new after 10 years.
• For Fusion 2002 Diesel 1.4 TD - Car part numbers 8 Jun 2011 (Forum)
  Hi, I live in Spain and car parts are horrendously expensive here. I am trying to buy an alternator for my car from Ebay and am told it is for a 2003 model and I need to know if it will fit my 2002 model Fusion. The seller has come back with the part number - 2s6t-10300-cb 7oA - is there anywhere I can check online to find out if this part will be ok for my car?
• Ford Fiesta (2000 - 2002) - 01 1.8 O/S drive shaft bearing 29 Aug 2009 (Forum)
  Can I repalce the bearing or do I have to replace the entire shaft?? I'm driving the van over to the south of Spain and this is very annoying as it's causing bad wheel wobble and vibration. Had it checked and it's defo the bearing. Forgot to mention, this van is a 1.8 TD.
• I have a question Volume 34 12 Feb 2004 (Forum)
  I am in the market for a new hearing aid to replace the N.H. device issued F.O.C. in the UK. I now live permanently in Spain and I would be grateful for any advice based on backroomers' own experiences. I have been offered a digital programmable aid (by Widex - the Senso CX CIC) for the equivalent of £1245, including fitting, adjustments, and a five year guarantee.