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• 1.8 versus 1.6 - car buying advice please 4 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  Problem is, all the cars I look at in the Bravo class I am unable to get comfortable in the driving seat or, in some case, unable to fit in at all - can't get my legs under the steering wheel. This includes the Golf, the C4, the Focus, Corolla/Auris, the new Bravo, etc, etc. Super-minis such as the Yaris, Jazz, etc, I have also tried and I can't even get into most of them. As I say, I didn't want to go up to a bigger car but now I find myself looking at 1.8 engine sized cars as they are usually 1.8 engines on bigger models.
• Daihatsu Charade (2003 - 2006) - 2000 mile report 29 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  Engine is gruff but it is a nice sound, far better than any 4 cyl unit( and very refined for a 3 cyl ), accompanied with some gearbix whine, but in a way, its akin to driving a 3cyl Austin Mini, however with a very slick gearbox. Its generally a pleasent car to drive, happy on the motorway at 75 or buzzing around town. Needless to say, due to size and great visability, its a doddle to park.
• Physical degeneration and the motor Car 12 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  As a youth i was never bothered much about heaters, even in those much colder winters. I had a Bond mini car 3 wheeler ( no heater) aged 16yrs and motorbikes. in fact I can remember getting my first bike, a Honda C90 on my 16th birthday and that winter riding it through the night in sub zero conditions 200 miles to London. standing on the old london bridge (never been far before) and thinking, `Wow` hub of the world.
• Please advise - New car up2 17k 27 Apr 2007 (Forum)
  - Currently drive 2003 T3 1.6 petrol toyota corolla - Thinking of changing for something more sporty and thrilling - But i do 15k annual mileage and thats just for work (if had something more thrilling would probably do more) - Thinking fast diesel, something sporty looking, under £500 to insure cheapish road tax (if there is such a thing :) ) Cars i would love given my 17k budget and maybe taking out a little finance - 2ndH Audi RS4 (dream car) very impractical on fuel, tax and insurance :( - 2ndH Audi S3 : same deal as above :( - Ariel Atom : hah shall we move on - Honda s2000, love this but probably similar to run as S3 Cars on my shortlist - with my mini review - Toyota Auris T180 : Can get it new, goes like absolute stink, prob fastest hatchback diesel, hothatch type performance and cheap to buy and run in comparison to other; however not really as sporty as the rest - Audi A3 170ps (not sure what trim) : Would pay extra for Audi (not keen on VW's) but i couldn't get this new and 2ndH 170ps' are as rare as rocking horse poo.
• New Toyota Hi-Lux 3 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  However, I did manage one, along with a very anxious Toyota legs-firmly-crossed saleslady. Doubtless the hand she kept down beside ther seat firmly her clutched her mini stun-gun! The big diesel is very quiet given what it is and pulls right off the mark, unlike (it appears) the 2.5l. I would have liked to see a 6 cyl at this capacity but couldn?t complain about the smoothness of the 3.0.
• Indirectly related to Susan's post 2 May 2005 (Forum)
  My pal's father was then apparently granted a licence to assemble Austin cars in the Philippines from imported parts to aid the rebirth of the country's auto industry, and his factory produced for a number of years Austins: Devons, A30's, Cambridges, Minis and the like, which sold in moderate numbers to people who could afford them. This he told me survived till the early 1960's when the Marcos dictatorship wanted economic ties cut with countries which did not support it and to rebuild ties with Japan.
• C3 Opinions 8 Jul 2002 (Forum)
  Given a bit of time, and Citroens agressive pricing I think the C3 is worthy of serious consideration having the flair and technology to match and surpass most cars in the same bracket, IMHO. And it might just be enough to talk me out of the MINI Diesel when it comes to buying a knackered old car (to replace a knackered old car) in 6 years time. Lee http://communities.msn.com/honestjohn ...Takes corners beautifully
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  My friend's partner hit my car and is blaming me - should I take him to court? 9 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  At a recent family reunion, my friend's partner backed into my car in torrential rain - before I'd even moved - causing serious damage to my car. He shot...
• BMW I3 - I bought a used BMW I3- a story to be updated . 13 Sep 2025 (Forum)
  First impressions: same length as Jazz, same width as Jazz, about 10cms higher - but sit MUCH higher in car like mini SUV. Great handling, RWD, like a sophisticated go kart, cruised happily at  70mh, VERY quiet except tyre noise, rise better than Jazz,  Superb acceleration. Great progress until hit M6 Southbound- 10 to 40 mph crawl for 20 miles.. easy peasy driving with regen braking recovering lots of energy in stop start.
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  Why are hydrogen cars not available? 19 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I really don't like the idea of buying an electric powered car. I have seen articles from some quite major companies who have made a hydrogen engine. Why...
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  Can you overtake cyclists on double white lines? 28 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  A short way from my home is a hill approximately 2 miles in length. There are double white lines in the centre of the road. There are lots of cyclists...
• Seat Ibiza FR 1.0 (115) TSI - 3 Years and 46000 miles On 4 Nov 2023 (Forum)
  Really has a good powerful engine and nice gear change. Clutch has a nice action. A very spacious car for its Super Mini class. I paid extra to have it fitted with Michelin Cross Climate+ all season tyres (215/45 R17). They lasted for 35000 miles. Latterly these tyres started to make a droning noise (have had good year all season tyres on a previous car and they did this too).
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  My car's electric range seems poor. What do you think? 26 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a Peugeot e-208 a few months ago. I have never been very impressed with its range so decided to drive it from fully charged until the battery...
• Small cars were do I begin. 1 Oct 2018 (Forum)
    The second is my fibromyalgia the car has to be comfty on long journeys as I can get really stiff were in my boyfriend's RX the ride is smooth and is really comfty and doesn't affect my fibromyalgia but a friend's mini cooper caused a lot of pain.  I do about 250 miles a week to work ( well until I get my car my boyfriend does 240 miles to get me to work and back every week) so it's really important it's a comfortable make\model and one I can buy with my budget.
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  Engine problem with my car - what rights do I have? 22 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Suzuki SX4 which I bought new in April 2016. The car today has been excellent. To date I've done just over 20K miles. In early October I phoned...
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  Could you recommend an easily accessible car with a wide boot opening for my wheelchair? 29 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm a new wheelchair and crutch user who loves driving and this is done mostly alone. My 2003 Ford Fiesta 1.4 is great as the boot opening is wide enough...
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  Buying a used hatchback - what's best for a new driver? 13 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am 25 and I have recently (six months ago) passed my test. I am looking to purchase a used car and my budget is £2000-£4000. The car I learned to drive...
• F25 BMW X3 - New car run in 4 Sep 2012 (Forum)
   Took 2 secs to look at the Honda's windscreen ,  showing RFL at £281 , whereas the X3 is only £130,  told him that was the nutshell reason,  so much more advanced and efficient. The only mini item to mention is to say that I think I caught out BMW forgetting to design out a LHD feature,  where on selecting reverse,  the NS mirror dips helpfully,  took a while to ascertain this only happens when the mirror movement selector is set to '  Drivers' mirror ' ,  not the Nearside,  so am thinking this is an oversight from LHD, where you would want RHD drivers' mirror - their passenger's - to dip.
• Saab - the future 10 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  When it came to the engines, however, Saab simply signed a deal to buy the UK-built 1.6-litre turbo Mini engine from BMW. So there’s a certain symmetry in that the latest rescue plan of a company, which has never designed its own clean-sheet engine, will now never use an internal combustion engine again.
• Sports & Performance Used Car Dealers 9 May 2012 (Forum)
    Just to let you guys know, here are a few picks of the day:   LG59 LYR 120d M Sport Convertible, Alpine White, Red Leather, Sat Nav, 33854 Miles - £19300 LG09 TXE Mini Cooper S Convertible, Midnight Blue, Cream Leather, Chili Pack, 11710 Miles - £13400 OY61 GXN X6 xDrive40d, Black on Black, 9341 Miles - £42700 OV59 VXT 530d M Sport Saloon, Grey on Black, Sat Nav, 17973 Miles - £21600 BJ57 WKS M3 Coupe, Silverstone II on Black, 25642 Miles, no Sat Nav - £24200 BV10 OJX M3 Convertible, Alpine White on Black, 16426 Miles - £35500 NB  - THESE PRICES ARE EXCLUDING BUYERS FEES, DELIVERY AND ADDITIONAL CHARGES.