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  Buying a Touran DSG - wise? 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We want to buy a used, new shape Volkswagen Touran 1.6 TDI SE (2011 onwards) with a budget of up to about £17,000. We have driven a manual and find the...
• Ford S-MAX - Heater Fan Speed 13 Jun 2013 (Forum)
  I have a 2011 2l tdci which has had an annoying fault since new. The heater /aircon fan works fine when you set the temperature at 18 or above and regulates...
• MINI Cooper and Cooper S - mini cooper camshaft sensor failed 21 May 2013 (Forum)
  had a camshaft sensor fitted 10 months ago which has now failed. there is  a 2 year warranty on part. bmw mini refuse to replace the part as...
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  Automatic Petrol Estate 26 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'd like to replace my 11 year old 2.0 petrol Octavia estate. I'm attracted to the new Octavia estate but would really like an automatic petrol estate...
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  Is it necessary to change the gearbox oil in my three-year-old Ford Mondeo Sport? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford Mondeo Sport petrol is nearly three years old with 17,000 miles on the clock. During my recent annual service I was told the car required a complete...
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  What's your opinion on using 91 octane petrol when 95 octane is recommended? 17 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has recently acquired a three-year old Nissan Note Techna 1.6 Auto (2010) which recommends 95 Octane unleaded petrol. Some garages only stock...
• Fiat Panda Multijet 2006 - Suitable fault code reader 3 Jan 2013 (Forum)
  However, an old f*** like me grappling with modern automotive electronics would be like a chimpanzee trying to do brain surgery.  On the 60's and 70's vehicles I was brought up on, the most complex electronic component was an SU fuel pump.  But the need for fuel economy and the fact that all the old cars are worn out has forced us to buy a modern one.
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  Buying a 'new' Audi A3 - built in 2008, registered in 2012 13 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a Audi A3 Sportback 2.0TDi SE S Tronic from a main Audi Dealer which was manufactured in February 2008, but registered in November...
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  Moving to Dubai and leaving my Porsche behind - store it or sell it? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My son has a 2011 Porsche Carrera S but is moving to Dubai for two to five years. He cannot take the car with him as it is right-hand drive, which apparently...
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  Considering buying a Mercedes-Benz SL 10 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buyind a Mercedes Benz SL 350/500 from 2002-2006. I recall from your column that there were lots of problems with Mercedes engines...
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  Which small car offers better fuel economy than the 1.6-litre Golf? 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My mother recently had her reliable old Ford Fiesta written off after a car hit her. She has replaced it with an S-reg 1.6 Volkswagen Golf, but is only...
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  Right price 26 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm interested in buying an Audi A5 Sportback Quattro 3-litre (245PS) Auto S Line - registered July 2012 - Colour White - 5500 miles. Advertised at £26000...
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  Which family MPV, and which fuel? 25 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking to buy a family MPV and are considering the Peugeot 5008 or the Citroen Grand Picasso. The car will be used for general running around in...
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  Make me a shortlist? 24 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Can you please short list 3 to 5 cars that would in your opinion fit the following - new or used, 1.6 Ltr engine or less, easy to live with but interesting...
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  Which luxury car could I buy for £15,000? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Would appreciate some comment and guidance as to how best to spend up to £15,000 on a second-hand 'luxury' saloon. I only travel around 6000 miles annually,...
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  Should my BMW X3's rear coil spring have broken at 53,000 miles? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  At a recent brake pad change the BMW dealer did a safety check and reported a broken rear spring, and recommended a new pair at a cost of £233.80. My E83...
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  Should I buy a Zafira? 16 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying an 08 or 09 Opel/ Vauxhall Zafira. Are there any problems of note with the Opel/ Vauxhall Zafira auto boxes? Which is better -...
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  Is the Volvo V50 Estate unreliable? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My question is do you have any comment to make about Volvo V50 Estates? I have had three 7-Series Volvo Estates and decided to downsize but my garage who...
• VW Golf MK4 - VW Golf 2001.....what to do??? 10 Jun 2012 (Forum)
  _nkw=Brake+Pads" target="_blank">Brake pads  and dics front and rear Work it has had done: Window wiper linkage Clutch and Fly wheel 4 new tyres back and middle section exhaust timming belt o/s front suspension assy and replaced shock absorber o/s lower suspension arm
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  Which tyres will reduce road noise on my Audi A3? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The current, original tyres on my 2008 Audi A3 S-Line are Potenza REO50A 225/40R18 92Y and are very noisy. I need to replace them. What do you recommend...