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  • Diesel injector problems with a Peugeot Expert 14 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I recently changed the fuel filter on my Peugeot Expert 1.9[non turbo] 03 van. It has a lucas injector pump and the filter housing has the zip tie type...
  • Can you recommend an economical, reliable 4x4 to tow a horse trailer? 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I wonder if you could advise me on the best 4x4 to tow a horse trailer and two ponies? Whatever we buy will have to be used for my work and as our family...
  • Buying back my company car? 9 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My company car is a 58 reg Audi A4 Avant Multitronic 140 SE tdi which I've had from new and we have covered 43,000 enjoyable miles together. When the...
  • Warranties for SAABs? 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My father and I run our own company, he (against my advice) took out a contract hire (non maintenance) on a Saab 9-3 1.9ttid4, brand new 11-plate car. Small...
  • Buying a car for 400 miles per week 11 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am about to change from a 30 mile per week commute to a 400 mile per week commute and am looking to change my Honda Jazz (2004) for a newer and more...
  • Petrol or diesel? 24 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I'm downsizing from an Almera 1.5, and I was wondering what was better to get. I want to spend less than £1000 as it is just for a short period, and...
  • Audi recall - am I still eligible? 15 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
    My 52-plate Audi A4 3.0 Cabriolet developed an ECU problem in the multi-tronic 'box a couple of years ago where it constantly runs in "limp home" mode....
  • Zafira cruise control problems 22 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
    After a short break on a long run, our Zafira's cruise control sometimes won't engage until 10 to 20 minutes after setting off again. A Vauxhall dealer...
  • Fooled consumption 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I was very interested to read the email you published on Sat 3 September concerning the poor consumption being achieved by an Astra 1.7TDCI. Mine is the...
  • Hangover cure 29 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2006 Vauxhall Meriva 1.7 CTDI which reverses up our drive easily. I recently test-drove the new Meriva. But because of its long front overhang...
  • How is the fuel economy calculated for the Vauxhall Ampera hybrid? 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I registered last year as an e-Pioneer with Vauxhall and paid my £150. A month or two ago I got to drive an Ampera at the Motor Expo in Canary Wharf and...
  • Mondeo Estate v Peugeot 407 SW 2 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I have narrowed my search for a Diesel Estate to either a 08 plate Mondeo Estate Zetec 2.0L TDCi 6 speed manual with 108K miles on the clock, or a 56 plate...
  • Best small car? 22 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to change my 2008 Aygo, which has given me intermittent starting problems for almost 2 years, although my Toyota garage can't find out what's...
  • A new family car 20 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
    We currently have two cars, a Citroen Xsara Picasso and a Ford Ka Collection, on 54 plate (47,700 miles). We are a family of 5 so obviously we cannot...
  • Is a diesel-powered campervan likely to be liable for expensive repairs? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
    My son is looking into the purchase of a campervan for recreation through the year. His mileage is likely to be fairly low. Having looked at a number of...
  • Why is my Audi A5 using one litre of oil every 1000 miles? Should Audi contribute to the cost of the oil? 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
    My Audi A5 used four litres of oil for the first 4,000 miles driven. I have been advised to ask for a replacement car and to try to get the Audi dealer...
  • What new hatchback? 9 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 12-year old 5-door Rover 420Gsi and my wife has a 10-year old 3-door RAV4. We want to sell both cars and get one new petrol 5-door medium-size...
  • Spongy brake pedal 28 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
    The brake pedal on my Toyota Landcruiser, 3.0-litre diesel automatic goes down nearly to the floor when driving, although it does stop the vehicle. I...
  • Buying a long car..not too long. 21 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I am thinking of buying a used car. I want a somewhat long car. My budget is £5000. I would prefer a manual though automatic would be a last resort. Based...
  • What could I get for my 1996 Jaguar XJ6 Sport? 21 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I'm considering selling my beloved XJ6 auto Sport saloon 1996N. Three owners: Jaguar management, an elderly businessman for three years and me (now also...
 

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