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  I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - what's a good buy? 14 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - reliable, easy to park, won't rust away at the roadside and able to stand up to lots of stopping...
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  Are there any special precautions I should take to preserve a petrol turbo engine? 1 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Kia Sportage with a turbo petrol engine. Are there any special precautions on stopping and starting the engine that I should take? And any maintenance...
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  My car keeps overheating - what's the problem? 31 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Recently, I had the water pump changed in my 2005 SEAT Ibiza. It was always at 90 on my temp gauge, but since the pump change it keeps overheating. It's...
• Ford C-Max 1.6 Petrol Year 2008 - Intermittent rough running / cutting out with EML 5 Nov 2017 (Forum)
  The yellow engine management light was also not showing. The car ran perfect the rest of the way home and has run OK today.  The last time I owned a petrol car they had distributer caps and condensers so I’m a bit out of touch with modern petrol cars but with DPF’s on modern diesels  and only doing about 7000 miles a year thought petrol was the way to go.
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  Should I get a hybrid car or an EU6 diesel? 29 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at replacing my Honda FR-V with a Lexus NX or Land Rover Discovery Sport. My heart is with Land Rover, but build quality seems to be an issue...
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  What is your advice on buying a 2013 Citroen Dispatch Combi? 17 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Do you have any advice on buying a 2013 Citroen Dispatch Combi? It's done 45,000 miles. Are they expensive to repair?
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  Are turbocharged engines problematic? 9 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Are all cars with turbos problematic? I keep reading about turbo failures which puts me off buying a new car with a turbo. Do you have to treat these turbo...
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  Is buying a low mileage diesel car a good idea? 4 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a 2010 BMW 118 M Sport Diesel Automatic with only 16,000 miles on the clock. It's in pristine condition, genuine mileage with dealership...
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  What fuel should I use in my 1963 Velocette? 17 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  What fuel should I use in my 1963 Velocette?
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  I only do 8000 miles a year and want a 4x4 - should I go for a diesel? 30 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I need a 4x4 with a high seating position but only cover about 8000 miles a year. I have been offered a good deal on a BMW X1 20d. Do BMWs have the same...
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  Buying a Porsche Macan - petrol or diesel? 30 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I've order a Porsche Macan and need to spec it soon. All reviews seem to go with the diesel version. However, I will only cover about 8000 miles a year...
• SUV/MPV - Most economic option? 26 Nov 2016 (Forum)
  My mileage has recently increased (well, in the last 6 months) to over 20k per year with most of them being weekly runs to the Lakes; a weekly journey of just over 200 miles round trip. In addition I have normal commute etc mileage during the week plus some other longer motorway runs twice weekly. I currently run a Toyota RAV4 2.2 D-CAT Auto which I love in every other respect than the running costs.
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  Need an SUV for short runs - what should we get? 26 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My wife is selling her Hyundai ix35 and is looking to buy a new, similar-sized petrol automatic SUV with four-wheel drive. Which ones would you suggest?...
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  All weather tyres - which to choose? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Golf Plus 1.4 tsi auto registered in 2012. The tyres are 205/55R 16 91V. I am thinking of changing to all weather tyres. Do you still recommend...
• 1995 Peugeot 405 1.8 petrol Manuel. - Car running hot 15 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  I have a Peugeot 405 that's running a little hot, the heating has never worked. on Monday I noticed it was running at 110'c. I then ordered a thermostat and heater matrix. Flushed the system and fitted the new thermostat which made no difference.
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  Replacement for Mercedes A-Class? 3 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's much loved Mercedes A170 is now nine years old and is starting to develop electrical problems so she is reluctantly ready to change. It is her...
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  Peugeot 308 fuel consumption - why is it so poor? 18 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Have you had any feedback from owners of the new Peugeot 308 regarding fuel consumption? I have just taken delivery of an Allure 2.0 Blue HDI Automatic...
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  Should I keep or sell my Mk2 Golf? 18 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I bought my 1990 Volkswagen Golf from new in September 1990. It has alloy wheels, sunroof, radio cassette, CD player and 113,000 miles on the clock. It...
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  What's the best 4x4 for £20,000? 29 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to purchase a replacement car. It needs to be able to carry skis for my annual runs to the French Alps and cost around £20,000 (new or used)....
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  Rough running Polo GTi 22 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volkswagen Polo GTi 6R, which is fitted with the 1.4-litre TSi 180 petrol engine and a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox. The car was purchased...