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I'm concerned about the gearbox in my recently purchased Ford - what should I do? 30 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a 2014 Ford B-MAX through a main Ford dealer. However after reading reports about the auto box I am a little concerned. The car has... -
Buying a family friendly SUV - any recommendations? 6 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
Six years ago I took your advice and bought a nearly new Ford Focus 2.0 petrol and it has been a great, reliable car. Thanks a million HJ. We now have... -
Wheel balance problems with BMW 3 Series 8 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've just had two Avon tyres fitted to the rear of my BMW 330ci. The first time I drove on a motorway in excess of 60mph I experienced a terrible vibration... -
Need a versatie small auto 4 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a 2005 Toyota Yaris Verso automatic which has done 34,000 miles. It has been completely reliable and is in excellent condition, a good load-lugger... -
Which diesel car should I buy? 14 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to purchase a new vehicle and am aware of the potential problems with diesels. I do about 18,000 miles a year which comprises a daily commute... -
Turbo failure & high oil consumption Outside warranty claim 22 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
My 2010 Skoda Scout 1.8TSI developed very high oil consumption after 80K miles. This was a few months outside my warranty that I had extended to 5 years.Investigation... -
BMW downsizing tyre rim size 31 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
Living in rural N Yorkshire, on your recommendation I fitted a full set of Michelin Alpins on my BMW 330i which I leave on all year round. They have proved... -
Faulty Range Rover - should the dealer pay for the repairs? 29 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Range Rover Vogue, which has developed a problem with the ignition. If you remove the key you cannot get the key back into the ignition.... -
Why is my Ford Fiesta overheating? 30 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2006 Ford Fiesta 1.25 petrol has developed a coolant leak. When it initially happened the warning sign came up on the display and the temperature gauge... -
Can I change the wheel size on my Skoda Superb for better tyre wear? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI CR140 SE plus with 225/45 R17 Michelin Sport 3 tyres. I am really disappointed with the poor mileage I get, with the front... -
Is it reasonable to charge £840 to replace a punctured aircon condenser on my Jaguar XF? 19 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
The aircon on my 30-month-old (23,000 mile) Jaguar XF suddenly stopped working recently when on the M11. My local dealer (from whom I bought the car) tells... -
Should I have the DPF removed from my Dacia Duster? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I read your column with interest each week and you constantly reiterate the problems with DPF and short journeys. I recently purchased a Dacia Duster,... -
Would you recommend a Fiat 500 or MINI for a tall driver doing long journeys? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My father is a 63-year-old large man at 6-foot 3-inches, and heavy! He currently drives a 2009 Mercedes-Benz S320 diesel. He travels 60 miles a day to... -
Can I fit smaller wheels to my Audi A4 Avant to improve tyre life? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I run a 2008 Audi 4 Avant TDI B7, which I bought new. The dealer offered oversize 18-inch wheels and 235/40 tyres as a free option as part of an incentive... -
Replacing a Jaguar XF with a Lexus IS? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of replacing my 4 yr old Jaguar XF 2.7D premium luxury. Whilst I love the car, since retiring my annual mileage has fallen to about 6000... -
Gearbox failure on a Clio 30 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 3 year 3 month old Clio sport with 38k on the clock. The gearbox struggles to go into 4th gear and the garage inform me that I need a new gearbox... -
Where can we insure our 17-year-old daughter's Mini One cheaply? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
We recently purchased a 2002 Mini One for my daughter who will soon be 17. In general, for her first insurance, where would you suggest going without a... -
Why did my daughter's premium go up when she bought a lower insurance group car? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is in the process of changing her 2002 Peugeot 206 (group 5 insurance) for a 2009 Citroen C2 (group 1 insurance). The renewal for the 206 had... -
Pull the other one 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I need to look for a replacement for our 1996 Peugeot 405 GLXD Turbo estate which we have had since 1999, not because there is anything wrong with it but... -
Will my running costs increase if I trade in my 1.6-litre Volvo C30 for a 2-litre version? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a 2009 Volvo C30 Drive SE Sport 1.6-litre diesel on a three year plan with 9000 miles per annum, which finishes soon. I am considering...
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