Showing results in 
Ask HJ [Show all channels]
Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first
-
My engine's making a tapping noise 23 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1.6-litre Renault Megane Coupe, which lost power recently while I was driving. When i started it back up, there was a knocking noise from the... -
Need a car that can double up as a van 27 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a Vauxhall Meriva, which is very handy as the fold flat seats convert it into a small van. I now need to buy a new car. Are there any larger... -
Cam belt failure - should my local dealer cover the costs? 27 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
The cam belt on my limited edition Clio RenaultSport Gordini has failed, causing catastrophic damage to the engine. The garage have indicated it requires... -
I need a cheap, reliable car to cover a big mileage - what do you recommend? 2 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am due to start a new job in Lincolnshire which involves covering 30,000 miles a year, 200 miles a day. Which car would you recommend as the cheapest... -
Party lines 5 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
My car is insured comprehensively for me and spouse only. My daughter visits occasionally and says she can drive on her own insurance, and if my car is... -
Buying a new Mercedes A-Class - petrol or diesel? 16 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a new shape Mercedes A-Class; it will cover about 15,000 a year and I’m considering a diesel. However, with DPF problems considered,... -
Why doesn't my Dacia Sandero have a pollen filter? 29 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I was under the assumption that all cars were fitted with pollen filters, but I find no such filter on my 2015 Dacia Sandero. It doesn't have air con,... -
I've bought a MINI Cooper with a gearbox fault - am I covered under consumer protection for the cost of repairs? 10 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've just purchased a MINI Cooper 54 plate, costing me £6299 from a small dealer. I have finance on the £6000, and have paid £299 cash. I bought it on... -
I'm considering an electric car but there seems to be a variety of charging systems, do you have any advice? 12 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a Kia Picanto and I can visit any petrol station to fill up. I'm considering an electric car but there seems to be a variety of charging... -
I had a crash in my wife's car - do I need to tell my own insurer or just hers? 30 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I was driving my wife's car and we had a car crash. Both of us are covered fully comprehensive. Presumably, I'll need to inform my own insurance. The incident... -
Can I buy back my written-off car? 9 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
If a car has been written off can the owner buy it back and then have it repaired at their own expense? -
Car Accident Assistance 4 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
Two months ago I bought a new Volvo. Now I have a "Car Accident Assistance" policy, from Volvo provided by "OOPS". It says it will provide a replacement... -
Thanks for recommending Primo insurance, who have saved us a lot of money. 16 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
On Honest John's recommendation, when I bought a third car for fun for my wife and me, I contacted Paul Kirby at Primo (01702 225400, www.primoplc.com... -
Why are used hybrids more expensive than equivalent EVs? 16 Jan 2026 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a hybrid SUV and I was looking at a replacement. Looking at same car from the same dealer (both demonstrators) the hybrid was significantly... -
Can I drive a classic police car with the signage on? 15 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1960 Ford Prefect police car and want to know if iI can drive it on the roads with the signage on? Or must I remove all signs before each journey... -
Bought an unreliable used car - what are my rights? 9 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a used car six weeks ago. The trader only gave me one month’s warranty as standard, but provided 12 months’ cover for an additional cost. Since... -
Is my Citroen Xsara Picasso covered by the Sale of Goods Act? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
Are cars covered by the Sale of Goods Act 1979? My five-year-old, 29,000 mile Citroen Xsara Picasso suffered a catastrophic clutch failure with little... -
Buying an extended warranty for a 3008 22 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
They have done two costly warranty repairs which they found when they have done main services at 12500 and 25000 miles. My car is Peugeot 3008 Automatic... -
Why wasn't damage to my car covered by this horse rider's insurance? 14 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I had just taken delivery of a brand new car. It was parked on the road outside my house. Three quarters of an hour later, a lady knocked at the door.... -
Faulty used Range Rover - am I entitled to a refund? 16 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have bought Range Rover Sport (2009) from a car dealer. Within one day of owning the car, the "brake pad light" and "engine maintenance light" came on....
Elsewhere on 
