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Can you recommend a used MPV for a family of five? 12 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are a family of five searching for a used car that will be cheap to run and insure. It must have three point seat belts in the back for all three seats... -
What hot hatch below £5000? 3 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
After driving a Toyota Corolla for five years with no problems, I'm looking for a hotter hatch for a change but would still like the reliability. It must... -
Gearbox issue with a Peugeot Boxer camper? 18 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a motor caravan on a Peugeot "Boxer" 2.5TD chassis, circa 1996. The gearbox has recently been replaced. Now, if after driving for some miles and... -
Some questions about servicing my Punto 13 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have recently bought a Fiat Punto Easy from Desira Norwich,the servicing schedule is every 18,000 miles with an estimated cost of £180. The handbook... -
Which SEAT Ibiza TSI has the 3-cylinder engine and is it reliable? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
The only Ibiza TSIs on sale that I can find in 5-door SE version are two 2010/61s and they have the 3-cylinder engine, advertised as 1.2 TSI 105PS. Is... -
Can you recommend a good, small automatic? 29 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife has been diagnosed with osteoporosis in her left hip and we need to change our car. We currently own a Toyota Auris, but think an automatic would... -
Why does my car keep cutting out? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m having a lot of issues with my 2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 TDI. The car loses power at speed and the glow plug warning light flashes on and off. However,... -
Buying a new small car – what would you recommend for winter conditions? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is looking for a new/nearly-new car for her drive to work. Her budget is £9000 and it must be suitable for winter conditions as she drives... -
Where can I get cheap replacement Lexus tyre valves? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2003 Lexus 430SC. Recently I had a flat tyre and the local tyre garage found that the tyre valve was leaking. The only people who sell a direct... -
How do I get the most from a part exchange? 19 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
The time has come to replace my lovely Ford Cougar. We have identified a nice 2010 Toyota Prius at a main dealer, but they won't give me much for my Ford.... -
Will I get from Kent to John O'Groats on a single tank of fuel in my Focus 125 EcoBoost? 13 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I sold my Golf once it was repaired and replaced it with Ford Focus 125 Ecoboost, which is really nice to drive. I see the real world MPG for this car... -
Turbo tube problems with Land Rover Defender 90 10 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
Land Rover recalled my Defender 90 in February to replace the tube connecting the turbo - up to that time I had no problems. Since then the tube has blown... -
Honda Civic engine failure 8 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2012 Honda Civic has been plagued with engine problems and at one stage caught fire whilst being inspected by the dealer. Since then it has been fitted... -
Does my Volvo V70 have a chain cam engine? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am seeking to find out about the engine fitted to my Volvo V70 SE Lux D3. I have been told that it is fitted with a chain camshaft drive, but I cannot... -
Throttle body fault with Toyota Yaris 3 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2007 Toyota Yaris. A few weeks ago the car lost power. I had a diagnostics test, resulting in a P0120 fault, which suggested replacing the throttle... -
What do you think of the Ford EcoBoost engines? 29 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I read with interest your replies about the diesel/petrol question and your recommendation of the Ford EcoBoost engines. I find the idea of these very... -
Problems with Ford Ranger 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have brought a 2013 Ford Ranger pick up and had a lot of problems. I have had a bonnet respray, a broken panel behind the bumper, water in the mirror... -
Car was mis-sold to my mother 23 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
My mother bought a new Volkswagen Up auto, but the gearbox was so terrible and unsuitable for the hilly area my mother lives in that she became terrified... -
How can I improve the ride comfort in my Evoque TD4? 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2012 Evoque TD4 model and am very disappointed with the suspension. It provides a rough ride on country roads and is especially uncomfortable... -
Was this car previously damaged? 10 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Looking to buy a Suzuki Swift, but on a vehicle check app (my car check) it says "this vehicle may be recorded as a write off, however it has undergone...

