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My vehicle is being replaced after a non-fault write-off, but there a very few of this model available. Can I pay extra and upgrade? 11 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
After a long disjointed process my car was written off. The policy in my insurance states if the vehicle is less than one year old it will be replaced... -
Is EGR failure a common issue after the emissions update? 7 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
Soon after the emissions update our Skoda Yeti 2.0 TDL had to have a new ERG recirculating valve fitted at huge expense. Luckily, we we covered but this... -
Should I replace the timing chain on my low mileage SEAT Ibiza? 13 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm experiencing the common timing chain rattle on my low millage (36,000) 6 year old Seat Ibiza 1.2 TSI engine. I've been quoted £400 for replacement... -
Need a used car that will carry three rear child seats 30 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
What's the best vehicle to buy which can accommodate three rear child seats and cope with 25,000 miles per year? Would be happy to consider a used... -
About to buy a Golf 1.6 TDI BlueMotion - will it be affected 28 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am in the middle of getting a Golf BlueMotion 1.6 TDI from a dealership. My concern as many is should I go ahead with it. Do we know yet if this particular... -
Potential seven seater 12 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a larger car, potential a seven seater as I need to get three child seats in the back. 2 year old + twins. Are there any estate cars that... -
Insurance write-off - what should I do? 22 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
My beloved 16 year old Toyota Avensis (owned from new, 112,000 miles) was reversed into while it was parked by an unscrupulous elderly gentleman who "didn't... -
Fiat 500 will not pull away on hills 14 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
Our 2014 Fiat 500C will not pull away on hills, without heavy revving. The dealer has taken the car in three times, but the problem hasn’t been fixed.... -
Need to buy a small 4x4 - what do you recommend? 31 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a old Range Rover which has been brilliant. However, I don't really use it as much as I use to and I still need a four wheel-drive that I can use... -
Can I reject a car over tyres? 3 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am in the process of buying a two year old used Audi Q3 from an authorised dealer. However, I noticed the garage has fitted it with four new Landsail... -
Happy 50th to the Morris 1100! 25 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
50 years ago this month, the first Morris 1100 went on sale. To celebrate this milestone, a group of members of the 1100 Club from the UK, France and Germany,... -
Problems starting an Avensis 14 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a Toyota Avensis 2008 D4D model. It has only covered 32,500 miles but has developed a problem where it intermittently won't start and can cut out... -
Best used estate for £10k? 4 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
We are buying our first family estate and need some advice. We have read your reviews which have been helpful but we still feel overwhelmed by the market/dealer... -
Jaguar XJ8 has failed MoT - what are my options? 19 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
My old Jaguar XJ has failed the MoT and will cost too much to fix. The engine is in very good order and it has four good tyres, but footwell corrosion... -
Is there a modern equivalent of the BMW Isetta that's cheap to run? 30 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
As a fit and healthy 92 year old I am really worried that I may not be able to afford my next car insurance premium, on my 15 plate Toyota Yaris Icon,... -
Should I buy an old, low mileage car or a Cat S car? 24 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have seen a few very low mileage, one owner Kia Venga and Honda Jazz 2008 for sale. Mileage as low as 15,000 miles. Are they a good buy or should I... -
First car for £1500 - what would you recommend? 18 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
Six years after passing my test and driving other people's cars, I'm finally going to get my own motor. I've been doing lots of digging, and it seems that... -
My car keeps stalling - is there an obvious reason? 17 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've had a Nissan Qashqai 1.2 from new for two years. I quite like the car but even after two years I still stall it, usually at an inconvenient moment.... -
Transport suspension block not removed on new car? 28 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
In April 2013 I bought a brand new 5 door Audi Sportback A3 from a local dealer. The ride seemed very firm but I did not pursue the problem because I expected... -
Buying a second 'work horse' 15 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
My husband and I love our Honda Accords but they are over 7 years old. We've moved somewhere rural and my poor Type S gets manure in the twin exhausts,...
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