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Can I reject my problematic BMW 320 even though it's on finance? 16 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought my BMW convertible 320 CI on a 56 plate a few months ago. There was a noise coming from the car within the first month and the windows seemed... -
I've bought a MINI Cooper with a gearbox fault - am I covered under consumer protection for the cost of repairs? 10 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've just purchased a MINI Cooper 54 plate, costing me £6299 from a small dealer. I have finance on the £6000, and have paid £299 cash. I bought it on... -
I am having problems with my Nissan Juke's gearbox - will my warranty pair for the repairs? 20 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have had my Nissan Juke since last September. It was starting to shudder but I didn’t think it could be anything serious or a red light would show. I’ve... -
What is the lead time for new Citroen Berlingo M? 18 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
Back in the spring I ordered a new Citroen Berlingo M (standard wheelbase) in XTR trim with the 130PS petrol engine and automatic gearbox, intending to... -
Can my friend cancel their car lease agreement due to ill health? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
A friend of mine who has a terminal illness is having trouble cancelling his lease on his car as he cannot drive anymore due to his illness. The leasing... -
Can I renew a lease at the end of the agreement, give it back or buy the car? 19 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
We have a Hyundai Kona, which is shortly coming to the end of a three-year lease. It was brand new and top of the range when we got it and it's done less... -
PCP ends soon but I can't get an accurate valuation - are used car prices fluctuating a lot? 1 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a high spec, low mileage (20,000) 2016 BMW 4 Series Convertible and wish to maximise my car's value at the end of its PCP agreement (£15,5000, early... -
Can I reject my secondhand diesel because the DPF light keeps coming on? 20 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
I’ve recently bought a used car on finance with a deposit of £1000. On day three of having the car (less than 50 miles later), the engine management light... -
Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost turbo problem 19 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has recently taken delivery of a new Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost. The car is on a 3 year Personal contract purchase. She has experienced an intermittent... -
Nissan Note has electrical faults - has it got flood damage? 1 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a used (previously two owners) Nissan Note 10 days ago. It is now showing odd problems. The battery saving 'lights off function' suddenly failing... -
Can you recommend an economical, reliable car for local journeys? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are looking to change our Chevrolet Matiz, first registered in March 2010 and would welcome your suggestions as to a similar sized replacement.... -
I have paid a deposit on a car, but what obligation does the dealer have to provide it? 19 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I paid £1000 deposit on a car advertised at £6998 and the salesman confirmed zero per cent finance for the balance. The garage then put the car through... -
Poor paint quality on a new Panda? 29 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Fiat Panda 4x4 about two months ago on four year finance. It has a "Darkwave Black" paint finish. The problem is the durability of the... -
Buying a large estate to move to Italy - what would you recommend? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am in the RAF and posted to Naples in Sept. I currently have a 10 plate Skoda Octavia estate 1.6 but it isn't powerful enough to carry all my kit down... -
Should I sell my 2007 Octavia Scout before the DPF fails? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a secondhand 2007 Octavia Scout TDI 1,968cc with 76,000 miles on the clock in May last year. It is my second diesel Octavia but the first with... -
What's the best way to buy a Porsche 911 at auction? 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
Oh, to have the courage to buy at auction. They are still a "dark art" for insiders only in my opinion. I ventured to two BCA auctions to have a look at... -
Is anybody in America bothered about saving the planet? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Having just returned from America after visiting the west coast and Hawaii I report on the following: The main street garages do not sell diesel. I saw... -
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... -
Could you recommend a pick-up truck suitable for carrying building materials? 21 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am involved with a charity for young people. We are doing a lot of self-build and repair work ourselves on the charity’s club and recreational centre.... -
Bore and stroke 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
Please can you give us any advice regarding a problem with the Toyota Avensis? Earlier this year we noticed our car was using a lot of oil and our son...
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