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When do you think the Volkswagen ID.3 and SEAT el-Born will actually be available? 15 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
When do you think the Volkswagen ID.3 and SEAT el-Born will actually be available? Any other similar cars to look out for? -
My daughter hasn't continued to SORN her car for the last few years - will she receive a backdated penalty is she sells it? 26 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a classic Mini, which has been laid up for 10 years. I think it's beyond repair and should be scrapped. When it was first laid up she declared... -
Can you recommend a fun first car? 10 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
We need to replace our Subaru Impreza Turbo with something suitable for our daughter to learn to drive in. Would you have any recommendations for a car... -
Which coupe is best - Peugeot RCZ, AUdi TT and Toyota GT8 25 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have about £14,000 to spend on a stylish coupe. I like the Peugeot RCZ, Audi TT and Toyota GT86. Practicality is not an issue. Which would you recommend... -
Replacing a 530d - what with? 5 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would like advice on replacing a BMW 530D Tourer. The car has had everything replaced but still fails - it is presently being repaired for lost steering... -
Dealer wants to sell me tax on second hand car 24 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm buying a second hand car from a dealer. He says that it still has 8 months tax left on it from the previous owner and do I want to buy it off him... -
Can I suggest your readers buy their winter tyres and steel wheels from the Continent? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Before any of your readers blow £700 plus on a set of winter tyres, please note that I have just bought a set for my wife's MINI Cooper in Luxembourg fitted... -
Can you recommend a short wheelbase car with good ground clearance? 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2005 Toyota Avensis which I now find is too large. I am looking for a shorter wheelbase car which also stands higher off the ground... -
How's the Dualogic system's reliability? 25 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
Just bought my wife a Fiat Grande Punto 57 plate, first reg Dec 2007 and it's an auto which you can also use as a manual (like a mini tiptronic). Its... -
soft suspension 11 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for your advice on which car to buy; middle size/middle price saloon but one with a soft suspension. My wife has a back problem which is getting... -
Is there a known problem with the FIAT 500's stop-start system? 10 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
Please can you tell me if you are aware of an engine management problem on the FIAT 500? I understand there have been a number of complaints. I have had... -
Is the Toyota Yaris D4-d engine prone to head gasket failures? 16 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I read much about premature head gasket failures on early model 1.4 D4-d engines, fitted to the Yaris range and BMW MINI models. I am at present suffering... -
Where can I get private hire insurance for my Morris Minors? 11 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am PCO registered for private hire, and I also cater for weddings in my Morris Minors and I would be grateful if you could let me know if you know anyone... -
Fiestive spirit 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My mother-in-law has a Y reg Ford Fiesta 1,600 16v S and she is looking to replace it with something similar but more up to date (not brand new). She has... -
Shop treatment 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am trying to assist an elderly lady friend to purchase a new car that will be used solely for short journeys i.e. shopping trips. I would appreciate... -
A legend in its own lurch-time 31 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
We are looking to replace my partner’s CVT Mini-Cooper possibly with a Fiat 500C Auto. The auto-box fitted would be FIAT’s Dualogic gearbox. Could you... -
Ten out of ten 20 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I think I may have forgotten to thank you for your help. You recommend that I try the Hyundai i10 and I am now the proud and very please owner of one.... -
Flying the flog 28 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am considering the purchase of new car and would like to support British workers. Some time ago you published a list of makes and models produced here.... -
I sold a car in good faith but the buyer says it need repairs and wants me to pay - where do I stand? 18 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
I recently sold a 14 year old MINI which I had bought for my wife but she prefered her original car. I MoTd it and drove it for twelve miles and it passed... -
Is it worth changing to runflat tyres? 13 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
Looking at replacement tyres for my 2020 VW T-Cross. A couple of runflat options are now available in the UK. I know modern runflats do not require special...

