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In-law manifold 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
One of your readers letters extolled the virtue of running older cars. Like you, I remember when I was young and had little money. I ran old cars and can’t... -
Which small runabout with seven seats? 13 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
With three young grandchildren my beloved BMW 3-Series convertible is becoming less practical. I am reluctant to part with it and so I am considering a... -
Are Honda HR-V and CR-V 4x4s suitable for towing? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I often tow a trailer with a 2000 1.8-litre Vauxhall Vectra but I feel that a 4x4 might be more appropriate for the task. A local motor trader has a range... -
Peugeot 508 or VW Passat? 6 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have two options: new 508 SW 2.0 HDi 163 automatic or new Passat 2.0 TDi estate DSG/ Do you have any thoughts as to which is the better choice? It... -
Water trap on Focus Estate 19 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
There are 3 holes in the top of the rear bumper. The middle one definitely acts as a drain hole. On my car, the driver's side one is pretty much filled... -
Problem Focus gearbox 18 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
In response to a recent question about the Focus C-max automatic transmission (20th May), you said "This is the nightmare transmission. Only about 300... -
Should I replace my 2007 Audi A3 now before it develops any expensive problems? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
My present car is a 2007 Audi A3 SE 2.0 litre TDI automatic that I have had from new. I do limited mileage (total 25,000 currently) and have much enjoyed... -
Does the Ford B-Max offer good access for a disabled passenger? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Motability Ford Focus comes up for renewal in September and I'd like to consider the upcoming Ford B-Max. I get pain in my left leg whenever I have... -
Thanks for your intervention regarding a problem with Warranty Direct. 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I don't know if it was the tenor of my email and your intervention, but I received a call from Warranty Direct today saying they had no trace of anyone... -
Buying an economical used car 12 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my 2002 diesel Mazda 323 which I have had for 3 years and has been excellent in terms of reliabilty. I would like a similar sized... -
New Buyers Help 14 Mar 2012 (Forum)
I'd rather spend 15-20K and get something decent. Part of the problem is that we need a automatic gearbox (the wife cant drive stick) and in France you are looking at 10,000 first price for something decent. What I really want is a small-medium MPV/Crossover AUTO, but again the good ones start at 15K (with a automatic gearbox). -
Which diesels have torque convertors? 28 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
You replied to DLR from Sevenoaks that the way to avoid DMFs on diesels is to get one with a torque converter. Can you suggest some? We'll replace our... -
Which 4WD would be best? 29 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I need to buy new/nearly new car and I have the following requirements; I need a lot of boot space for my training gear, I need 4 wheel drive so I do... -
Cover up 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
Most "damage" to 'Modern paint finishes' is caused by abrasive automatic car washes, poor hand car washes that have sprung up in all towns, and customer... -
Where can I get the best price for my MINI Cooper? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have not sold a car privately for about 15 years and would like to know the safest way to go about this. The BMW MINI dealer only offered £3,500 for... -
Can you recommend a set of tyres for my 2009 Mondeo that will offer good grip on wet grass? 22 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2009 Mondeo Titanium 2-litre TDCI automatic estate. It's used for towing a caravan and we're due to set off on our annual six-week European tour... -
Why do the windows open automatically, after the car is locked, on Skoda Octavias? 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
The letter from KW, Harlow, about all the windows on his Skoda fully opening after he'd locked and left it struck a painful chord with me. I've had two... -
Do all Audi A3 automatics suffer from jerky pickup when accelerating? 6 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2006 Audi A3 2.0TDI 170 with the DSG gearbox bought from an Audi dealer nearly a year ago. I have had continual dissatisfaction with very jerky... -
Should I get a set of wheels when I buy winter tyres for my Ford Focus? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a new Ford Focus Zetec 2.0i automatic Titanium X. Am I better buying a set of winter tyres or going the whole hog and buying a set of new wheels... -
What's causing my Land Rover Discovery 4 to hesitate when I try to accelerate? 13 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Land Rover Discovery 4 diesel automatic, purchased new in March 2010, mileage now 5,000. On occasions when I have driven to, say, a roundabout...
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