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Is a Volvo V70R a good buy? 30 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
Volvo V70R models have suddenly come down in price with only Japanese imports available previously. I know they are a wolf in sheep's clothing but at £5000... -
Should I buy a car if the DPF light is on? 6 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am considering purchasing a 2005 Volvo V70 2.4 D S for about £5000. The dealer allowed me to take the car to my mechanic to give it the once over and... -
Our cloned reg plate is racking up tickets on an uninsured car. What do we do? 22 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
We received a letter from the police today stating that our car was spotted in Wales this week and isn't insured. The number plates supplied were our old... -
SUV needed for five mile commute 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm changing my Volvo XC60 (not very impressed with it, lots of niggles) and am looking at getting a 1-2yr old SUV with a budget of £20k. My partner has... -
Volvo swap shop 5 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Thanks for advice on a previously related question. I currently own a S40 1.9 D S (115) and saw a 03 S60 D5 for sale locally. Was interested until owner... -
Trouble starting a Volvo V50 diesel 14 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
Volvo V50 2-litre diesel has a fuel pump that is more of a suction pump mounted on the engine after the fuel filter. If air gets into this line then the... -
Are all-weather tyres adequate for use in snow, or should I fit dedicated winter tyres? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a set of Pirelli Scorpion STR tyres on a Volvo XC70. I discussed winter tyres with my local tyre dealer last year and he pointed out that Scorpions... -
Time to switch? 15 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
Not usually indecisive but can't decide whether its time to trade in my relaiable Volvo V50 2.4i for something diesel. There's quite a few good deals out... -
Would you recommend the Volvo XC90 or Audi Q7 to replace my BMW 530D? 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2004 BMW 530D that I bought almost two years ago for £11,500. A new arrival in the family necessitates increasing size of the car.... -
Which family estate would you recommend to replace our Mercedes-Benz? 14 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace our 57-plate Mercedes-Benz in the next six months. I would like a comfortable and economical estate which is also an enjoyable... -
Which would you select from the Audi A3 2.0 TDI, Volvo C30 2.0d and Volkswagen 2.0 TDI GT? 20 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a used car for £10,000-£11.500. My criteria is that the fuel economy is fairly good, it is comfortable (due to longish journeys... -
Vollow me 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am about to purchase my 8th Volvo and it will be my first diesel powered car. The model is a V50 2.0D with Powershift transmission. I drive between 18,000... -
Is the Volvo V90 estate too wide for narrow lanes and bridges? 23 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm keen to buy a good (petrol auto) cross country estate rather than an SUV. The Volvo V90 Cross Country is very well-reviewed and V90 depreciation is... -
I want an automatic petrol hybrid - what would you recommend? 19 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
I want to upgrade my diesel BMW X3 to an automatic petrol hybrid, what would you recommend? -
What cars have the most adjustable seating? 8 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I am disabled and need a car soon with a very adjustable driving position. I would be happy buying an older car and likely to be doing low weekly mileage.... -
Should I trade my Mondeo for an XC90? 7 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a 2004 Volvo XC90 for £6900, which includes a trade in for our 2010 Ford Mondeo Titanium. Do you think this is a good deal? -
Are DMFs a problem across the board? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Are DMF's a weak point across the board, or are some manufacturers/models better than others? If so, which are the better ones? -
Which small automatic car for a 91-year-old driver? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am 91 years of age and drive approximately 8000 miles per year. I run a Volvo V50 Automatic but am considering downsizing to a small, quality car that... -
Refurbished engine in a Volvo V50 26 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
If a car advert says this, would you be alarmed about the refurb bit? * 2005 (05 reg) * Estate * 79,000 miles * Manual * 2.0L ... -
Peugeot 407 - what do you think? 6 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
What does Honest John think of a Peugeot 407 1.6 HDI 2005? Would the 1.6 lack in power? What would it be like on fuel? Any particular problems to look...
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