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What's the best used car for carrying bikes? 29 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I will soon need to replace a 1998 Mazda 323 that I have had from new. I would be happy with something similar in size noting that we do little town driving,... -
Can you recommend a cheap family car? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
We’re a family of five looking to downgrade from two cars to one. We only have £8000 to spend and - in order to keep my £155pcm work car allowance - the... -
Bought a used car, but brakes worn out after just one month - who' should pay? 14 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
Last month I purchased a 2002 Volvo V70 auto (127,000 miles) from a local dealer. After a few weeks of running the car I noticed some brake fading, so... -
Injectors blown on 2008 Fiat 500 - what can I do? 22 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2008 Fiat 500 1.3 diesel blew it's injectors recently while travelling along a country lane. Fiat have said it’s out of warranty and won’t give me anything... -
Salesman failed to inform me about impending £500 service – what can I do? 12 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used 2009 Volkswagen Golf a few months ago. The salesman who sold me the car failed to mention that, when the car turns four years old, it will... -
Which MPV should I buy? 8 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a new or used MPV. I have £12,000 to spend and have narrowed my choices down to: Peugeot 5008 1.6 THP Ford Galaxy 2.0 EcoBoost (2010) Ford... -
Can I export my Ford Mustang GT to Thailand? 7 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I shall be emigrating to Thailand in the next two years and would like to export my 2005 Ford Mustang GT that I have owned since new. I have tried to research... -
Can we ask for a replacement for our Skoda Citigo due to a faulty gearbox? 7 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
We bought a new Skoda Citigo last September from a Skoda dealer. From the first day until now we have a serious problem engaging first and reverse gears.... -
Need a medium sized SUV - which is best? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
We’re looking to buy a medium sized SUV. It must have space for large dog and a couple of kids. We drive about 14,000 miles a year including a daily work... -
Blowing front exhaust - then goes quiet when it warm 3 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've had a problem for months if not more. When cold, the exhaust blows loud at front and it's rattly. It seems to go after one minute when warm - been... -
Is the new Mazda 3 1.6-litre automatic a good purchase? 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I need to change my manual Mazda 1.6TS for an automatic because of a knee problem, which puts me in pain when using the clutch. I fancy the Mazda 3 TS2... -
Can I install an engine warmer on my 2002 Volkswagen Passat? 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Back in the 1970s it was possible to fit an engine warmer retrospectively by removing a frost plug and screwing in a coiled electric element, like a small... -
What is your opinion on the Dacia Duster? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
We currently own a Hyundai Matrix automatic which is two and a half years old with 19,000 miles. Since we both appreciate relatively high seating we thought... -
Can I carry a spare tyre in my Toyota RAV-4? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just bought a Toyota RAV-4. It has no spare tyre, just a can of goo to inject. However, after inspecting the bay under the floor where the goo and... -
Is there a slightly smaller, more economical version of the Honda CR-V? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are in our mid-seventies and have owned our 2003 Honda CR-V automatic since new. Apart from Honda servicing, it has cost us nothing except tyres and... -
Which car offers comfortable seating, preferably a Vauxhall? 8 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are finding difficulties to get in and out of our 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 1.8 SXI. Seat adjustment is important now I am 75 and my wife will... -
Is it worth replacing the faulty gearbox in our Peugeot 206? 9 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2006 petrol automatic Peugeot Allure 206. The car came up with an ‘Automatic Gear Box Failure’ recently. We took it immediately to a Peugeot... -
Buying a small daily car - a Micra? 6 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Am looking to spend around £4k for a small, reliable, economic car (with low insurance) which will have to carry out a 50 mile a day round trip commute... -
Why's my Opel Omega pulling to the left when I brake? 27 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a left-hand drive 2003 Opel Omega which has done 50,000 miles. I have owned the car from new and it has been dealer maintained. In March 2010, upon... -
Where can I get cheap insurance for my 17-year-old son on a Ford Ka? 28 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 17-year-old son is about to take his driving test. I have a Space Wagon so obviously it would be impossible to insure him on that. I am looking to buy...

