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Where can I get a reliable, easily-maintained car that isn't too complicated? 4 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I run a 1997 BMW 323i Tourer that has done 150,000 miles (admittedly it had a factory replacement engine at 30,000 miles due to cylinder liner corrosion)... -
Hard shouldered 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
We recently changed our car insurances and have a much better and cheaper deal from Saga than our old company. Loyalty certainly did not pay. However,... -
Lighten up time 12 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
There was a time when car sidelights were not very bright but adequate: headlights dazzled on full beam and but not when dipped. Lower lights were classed... -
Diesel or petrol? 21 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I would appreciate some advice regarding the annual running costs of diesel versus petrol. We have been running two diesel cars. My Audi A4 is 08 registered... -
Velvet glove 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have read your column for some years to gain some insight into the motor world. I just thought that I might amuse you, and possibly your readers with... -
Disco fervour 21 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a 4-year-old Toyota Corolla 1.6 auto that I love to bits. I have done only 26,000 miles from new. The car is garaged overnight. The car is currently... -
Polos apart 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I bought a three-year old Polo TDi from a VW dealer in Nottinghamshire, as an approved used car. After only six weeks of owning it, it needed... -
Civic duty 19 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have bought Civics for the last 20 years. My present one is 6 years old and the only reason I haven’t traded it in yet is because of a review I read... -
Grim repair 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am just renewing my AA roadside Roadside/Recovery Cover and I was wondering whether the AA Breakdown Repair cover for parts and labour is worth taking... -
Eavesdropped 10 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
I thought you might be intrigued (and a little saddened) to hear what I overheard whilst at a Ford dealer. I was picking my car up from a service and... -
Serious problem with used Renault 6 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2001 Renault Megane Scenic 1.4 from a dealer on 19th April 2011. I paid £1,550 plus traded in my old car which he scrapped and gave me a £50... -
Can you recommend a good first car? 28 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am a new driver looking for my first car. I need something that’s economical, easy to use and features a nice interior. The must also be reliable as... -
Buying a used car with patchy history - bad idea? 7 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
The used car I want to buy is within mileage limits for servicing but out of time (servicing is 20k or 1 year) - it was serviced at 20k 1 year 9 months... -
Should I keep my six year old wet belt Ford Focus or sell it? 11 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2019 Ford Focus with just over 80,000 miles on the clock. I haven't changed the wet belt but I've spent £3k on repairs to exhaust sensors and... -
My nearly new car has persistent air con problems - should I reject it? 6 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a BMW M140i from new, the car is nine months old and has suffered persistent problems with the air conditioning. The local dealership has... -
Am I obliged to accept a third party's insurance company write-off decision? 5 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
While parked outside her home, a friend's car was damaged by a supermarket delivery van. The driver admitted responsibility and left a number to call to... -
A right to return car under warranty instead of take a fix? 14 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Saab 9-5 SE (1999, 120,000 miles, £1500) from a dealer (three months warranty). On starting it the next day, huge amounts of smoke... -
Which car i will keep, Nissian Almera 2.2 or Vauxhall astra 1.6 17 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have Nissan Almera 2.2D sport (52 reg 84,000 miles). But it failed its MOT and I had to spend £900 to fix it. It took 3 months to fix. I bought it... -
Fully Komp 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a 2002/52 Mercedes Benz SLK 200 Kompressor from a local garage. The garage specialises in Jaguar, Mercedes, BMW, etc. up to 10... -
Can you recommend a car with plenty of legroom for the passenger and driver? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I wrote to you in August regarding problems with finding a suitable car for me to access as either a passenger or driver, as I now have my right leg set...
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