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Brain drain 10 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have been an avid reader of your column for some time, but never thought that I might have the misfortune to need some of your expert advice, but here... -
Who should I get to insure my new Mazda CX-5 4 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a brand new Mazda CX-5 2.2d Sport Nav, due to be delivered in the next couple of days so a couple of questions please? a) Regarding insurance... -
Leaky BMW 3 Series convertible 3 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used BMW 3 Series convertible in February and have had continuous issues with water ingress. I took it back to the dealer, who ‘fixed’ it with... -
Which fun car do you recommend for a daily 30-minute commute? 13 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would appreciate your recommendation of what car to get. I have between £6000-£8000 to spend on a car. I am 24 years old and do not have a no-claims... -
Banger explodes 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Rover from a dealer in Peterborough. It was a used car and one that I could afford. My husband and I test drove it for about 5 minutes... -
My Ford C-Max's clutch needs replacing at just 24,000 miles - is this to be expected? 16 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
After having a foul smell appear in my '08 1.8 diesel C-Max I have taken it to a Ford dealer for inspection. I have learnt tonight that it may be the clutch.... -
A Class, D Grade 26 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
About a year ago I helped my student debt-ridden daughter buy a 1999S A Class Mercedes, which looked in very good condition, from what we thought was a... -
Can you recommend an economical used car? 12 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy an economical small car. Ideally, it will be second hand and offer good mpg, as I drive 66 miles every day. It will need to have good legroom... -
Mercedes W211 - petrol or diesel? 20 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Please can you help with the following decision. I am looking to buy a Mercedes W211 E-Class V6-engined saloon. I know the post-2006 facelift cars are... -
Excessive oil consumption 5 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 58 plate Golf GT Sport 1.4 TSi and during the first 20,000 miles I did not need to add any engine oil between services. Since then the engine... -
Should my new Audi A4 be using oil at just 1850 miles? 7 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a new Audi A4 SE TFSI (petrol) which, after 1850 miles, gave a warning to top up the oil, and needed .75 litres. Having spoken to... -
Clutch slippage in Mitsubishi Outlander 12 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used (2010) Mitsubishi Outlander last year. I towed my caravan last week and noticed clutch slipping in high gears only. The car has done 30,000... -
Why is there no official Nissan recall on a widespread issue of broken air con? 3 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have two Nissan Qashqai, both under 10000 miles, just out of warranty and both with broken air con. Nissan is graciously offering 75 per cent contribution... -
Going to Europe for six months- what's the best insurance option? 15 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am going to be working in France for six months and want to take a car with me, which I am yet to buy. However, I am confused as to what to do regarding... -
Can you recommend an small, economical 5-door car with a large boot? 10 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
Our vicar is looking to change her eight year old FIAT Punto. She looked at a pre-owned Toyota Auris Hybrid, wanting to go green, but it was an expensive... -
Should we replace our Rover 416 with a Kia Cee'd or Skoda Fabia? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of purchasing a new motor prior to my retirement. At present I use an old Rover 416 automatic and having been looking at a Kia Cee'd and... -
Cee’ds of content 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace the 1-litre V Reg Corsa I have had since being a student with a good family car now that I am married with a son. I think the Corsa's... -
Brake discs worn after just 8500 miles 6 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2007 Toyota Auris was requested to go back to the dealer following its first service as they wanted to check the brake disc due to possible corrosion.... -
My Skoda Fabia's wiring loom is being replaced under warranty - should I receive a new warranty afterwards? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
In October 2008 we bought a new Skoda Fabia 2. Recently the electrics all blew and the engine died. I phoned Skoda Assist, the car still being in warranty.... -
Should we turn stop-start off? 9 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
My 22 year old granddaughter has just bought her first car (on a pcp). It’s a Toyota AygoX automatic. I’ve been given to understand that it has the stop/start...
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