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Should the dealer pay to replace the wet belt on my car? 9 Oct 2025 (Ask HJ)
There doesn't seem to be any recent information about the Honda Civic wet belt problem online. I bought mine in April 2021. The dealer obviously knew about... -
Do modern cars have automatic chokes? 11 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I've just purchased a 72-plate Kia Picanto GT Line S. Do modern cars still have automatic chokes? My immediate area has 30mph camera controlled restrictions... -
A car claims I drove into them when I was parked - how will this pan out? 23 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I parked (engine off) in a lay-by to the side of a main road to drop off my passenger, who's 77 years old. I turned to the side to say goodbye, when he... -
Nissan will pay 75% of the parts cost for my broken Nissan CVT gearbox- is this reasonable? 8 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Nissan Qashqai Acenta 1.6 CVT approximately in October 2015. It was an ex-motabilty, done less that 8,000 miles and had been serviced 3 times... -
Fuel contamination - how did it happen? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am totally mystified as to how my diesel Ford Mondeo got contaminated with petrol. Last week I filled up with diesel at my local supermarket and drove... -
Found out my Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ex-rental. Do I have grounds for complaint? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C250 Bluefficiency Sport CDI Auto with 13,800 miles three weeks ago from a Mercedes dealer for £24,000, which I think is... -
A cyclist is fraudulently claiming my son, a learner driver, knocked him off his bike - what to do? 29 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
My son, a learner driver who's driving as a named driver on my daughter's policy, recently received a letter from solicitors claiming that he'd reversed... -
Why does my Nissan Note blow dead insects in my face? 18 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I finally parted with my beloved but batty Rover 75 in favour of Nissan Note. It's within my budget, big enough to house a wheelchair for my mum, and (I... -
Extended warranty won't pay for gearbox failure - what can I do? 8 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2007 Toyota Auris last year from an approved dealer, with extended warranty. I’ve recently had some mechanical issues with the car and have... -
What's a good affordable car for someone with back and leg pain? 9 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have back, thigh and leg pain and am looking to buy a car with good leg and thigh support, as I am 6ft 4. I currently drive a Honda CRV which has leather... -
My new Ford Mondeo is scratched - how do I get them to repair it under warranty? 3 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
I collected my new Ford Mondeo from the dealer at the beginning of July. I glanced over the vehicle before collection and it appeared to be okay. The following... -
Roadside scams in London - be warned... 9 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
Due to our slow moving traffic in central London a variety of scams have been invented to part motorists from their money. Sad to say I fell prey... -
How should I proceed with the garage that sold me a BMW 118i with a faulty battery? 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2-year-old BMW 118d last May from the local BMW dealer. It is a fantastic car, but the stop-start function didn't work from day one. I reported... -
Rubbish ZX 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Two weeks ago, while driving my 1997 Citroen ZX, I was involved in a collision with a Land Rover Freelander. The other driver admitted liability to the... -
Slown ranger 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am having trouble with my 2006 VW Golf TDI and wondered if you might have any thoughts. I am not technologically literate, but I understand that the... -
What car can you suggest on a £7000 budget? 10 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a budget of £7000 and need a reliable used car. I and need it to have lumbar support (or a car seat that is designed for comfort and can support... -
What's the best way to sell my classic car? 26 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a lovely 1999 Mercedes-Benz 320 SL. It has 84,000 miles on the clock and a full service history. A house move is forcing a reluctant sale. Where... -
Vauxhall Corsa engine warning light is on 11 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a 1998 Vauxhall Corsa for 12 months. It has done less than 52,000 miles and a few days ago the engine management warning light came when I... -
Is my car beyond repair? 7 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2005 Mazda 5 packed up last Friday, with big shuddering and smoke coming out of the engine. I called the AA and I’ve been told it is most likely the... -
Cheapest way to get driving 16 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
What do you think would be the best car for my girlfriend, age 31, just passed test, in respect of lowest insurance and servicing costs. We are very...
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