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Golf warning 3 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
My sister has a 2005 Golf Mk5 GT 140bhp TDi with climate and DSG without flappy paddles but, with climate, option pack, metallic paint etc., with approx... -
AC/BC 6 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
Recently while in British Columbia, Canada, I rented a Ford Escape Limited. It had a 3-litre V6 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission with a low ratio... -
Bootiful 16 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of changing my 3-year-old, 14,000 mile, Peugeot 407 SW for three reasons: It is very low and it is not easy for my wife and I to get in and... -
Change of Scenery 15 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
You were very helpful a couple of years ago helping my mother-in-law when she wanted to downsize from her Volvo V70. She has been very happy with your... -
Gateway to the South 18 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
My daughter recently started a new job in South London and rather then stay up there she wishes to commute. As we live in Southampton the commute is a... -
Well scrubbed 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volvo V70 (new shape), but, as with the old model, I and other owners are only getting 10k-12k miles from the front tyres. I do not drive like... -
Does the cam chain need tightening on my Subaru XV? 19 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
I purchased my Subaru XV automatic back in June 2020 and the mileage is now at 26,500 miles. I am used to changing the cam belt, pullies and water pump... -
Using a diesel for low mileages 16 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Mazda 2 in mid-2007 and have only done about 14,000 miles, including a lot of short runs from cold. I am aware of the risk of clogging... -
Need a baby friendly automatic used car 1 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a used automatic vehicle that is as safe and modern for £5k. I am due to have a baby next year and it would be great to get something... -
The cam belt failed on our car. Where do we legally stand with this issue? 3 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2016 DS3 on 3 July from a non-main dealer garage. Two and a half weeks ago (3 months and 2 weeks after buying), I was driving on a dual carriageway,... -
Lots of problems/faults with a new Toyota Yaris, dealership unhelpful, unbiased advice needed please 8 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
Hello Honest John, we bought a new (16) Toyota Yaris Design, to replace a 13yr old (03) Yaris T Spirit, through Drive the Deal, the process went perfectly,... -
Why are modern cars issued with different wheel size options? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
Although I have given up driving, as I approach my 89th birthday I still have a valid clean licence, having driven and owned a variety of vehicles in a... -
Problem with roof mechanism 6 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
On a Friday in April whilst putting down the roof of our 13 year old Mercedes 230SLK, it failed with the boot section up and the quarter lights down. ... -
Extra 'recommendations' during car service — are they really necessary? 19 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
Yesterday I had my Hyundai's 3rd year service and 1st MOT carried out at Halfords. They came back to me with 'recommendations' including: 1. An engine... -
What has caused a major engine failure in my Fiat 500 Multijet diesel? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
In 2008 I went to a Fiat dealership and, with the help of the car salesman, configured a 500 Multijet diesel to my 'needs' and to a very high spec. Having... -
Our Motability conversion was ordered in the wrong model - how do we get our car delivered to the correct specification? 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My mum ordered a car on the Motability scheme. Having waited four months to receive the car, we went to the dealer to pick up the new car which had been... -
Has there been any reports of 'unintended acceleration' in new BMW? 10 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a new BMW 3 Series Touring. I have 55 years accident free driving experience, always with manual transmission, and the new car... -
My Ford C-Max's engine was destroyed during a service - should I accept a reconditioned replacement engine? 7 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
After my Ford Focus C-Max was returned from its annual service at my local branch of a major service centre, I noticed a slight intermittent rattling from... -
What car do you suggest for someone with two dogs? 16 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have a Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid. It gives me about 73 mpg and has most facilities that anyone could ask for. My problem is the size. I have 2 dogs and... -
I only do 5000 miles a year - do I need a warranty on my used car? 11 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a 2013 Peugeot 107 with 71,000 miles. It drives well and I was offered a warranty but declined. I’m a 66 year old autistic female and...
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