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I bought a car from a dealer that didn't disclose it was in an accident - what should I do? 14 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used car last November from a MINI main dealer. The car was only five months old and had covered 5000 miles. A few months ago, I noticed the... -
Inner sense 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
One month after the 3 year warranty expired on my wife's MINI Cooper S, and after 13,000 miles three warning lights appeared on the console. The manual... -
Are clutch pedal extensions safe? 3 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
My wife who is 5ft tall has recently purchased a Mini Cooper with a manual gearbox. Although she has the driver’s seat as far forward as possible she is... -
Are the white circles or low mounds at junctions genuine roundabouts? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
Are the white circles or low mounds at junctions genuine roundabouts? At a minor road junction near where I live it is impossible go around it like many... -
Which small electric car do you recommend? 4 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
My sister-in-law would like to buy a small to medium new electric car. Her use would be mostly local as she cannot drive long distances because of a medical... -
Downsizing from a Jaguar XE - what should I buy? 11 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
I presently have a five-year-old Jaguar XE. I'm looking to change for a smaller car as I’m getting older and no longer do as many long journeys. However,... -
My car is older than was stated when I bought it. Do I have any recourse for the extra costs I'll incur? 23 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I took ownership of a MINI Clubman on a four-year PCH on 28 August 2017. I recently discovered the car was pre-registered on 30 March that year. The lease... -
I can't trickle charge my car's battery, so what can I do to stop it going flat during the Coronavirus lockdown? 27 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
During the Covid-19 crisis, my MINI will remain stationary in my drive. I do not have access to a power point to connect a trickle charger, so what steps... -
Buying a smallish estate with style and performance 2 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
My wife fancies a MINI Countryman but I think it might be a bit small to cope with our dog and ever growing grandchildren with luggage etc. I think a Honda... -
Are there any child-friendly reliable cars you can recommend? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is expecting her first child. Currently she drives an old Mini but is looking for something more reliable and more convenient for getting the... -
Which small car to replace my SEAT Leon? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
Following your review in 2002 I bought a new SEAT Leon Cupra, which has given me enormous pleasure. At the age of 80 (and the car 11) the time has come... -
Do you think temperature gauges are important? 8 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Do you think that having a temperature gauge is essential in a car? I am thinking of buying a used Nissan Note and they do not have temp gauges. I have... -
Is this deal on a new Toyota RAV-4 too good to be true? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm about to purchase a new Toyota RAV4. The local dealer is quoting £25,245 for a cash sale whereas an online company (www.broadspeed.com) has quoted... -
Small car for occasional long drives 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a second car, just to get me to the station and back and for the occasional longer trip - could be to anywhere in UK though. I am looking... -
Thanks for your advice regarding a failed crank position sensor in our Renault Clio. 3 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Just a quick note to thank you for your advice. Having always burst into life at the first turn of the key, our 105,000-mile Renault Clio developed an... -
1.6 Diesel Turbo Air Hose 5 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
Hello I have a Volvo V50 1.6D, nearly 4 years old, 64000 Miles, with a hairline crack in the in the Turbo Air Hose and its replacement is recommended.... -
Small comfortable AWD Petrol with Auto or CVT 28 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am about to get rid of a 10-year-old Volvo V70T5SE Auto, which has been the most comfortable car I have ever had but with the most awful steering. I... -
Five to Seven 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I drive a MINI Cooper 2006 and as my family is growing I am looking for Nissan Qashqai + 2 2.0DCI or Ford S-Max 2.0TDCI. I am finding it difficult to make... -
Recommend a small car with folding seats and good comfort? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1.8 Astra Elite. I find it very uncomfortable and am looking for new, smaller car. The back seats need to fold flat for a greyhound, and it needs... -
Taxing work 24 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Could you advise me as to the best car to buy for use as a mini cab? I need an automatic to save on my clutch leg; however, I've been getting conflicting...

