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Choosing a replacement hatchback 30 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I live in deepest, darkest Wales and need to replace my diesel Volkswagen Golf. It will not pass the next MoT and I'm looking for a used (or possibly... -
Mercedes C200 CDI - loss of power 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
We purchased a 2008 Mercedes-Benz C200 CDI last year from a car supermarket in Sheffield. It has covered 46,000 miles and was serviced by the manufacturer... -
I disagree with your advice regarding the KIA Sorento. 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I strongly disagree with your advice to MB. I recently traded in my Sorento after owning it from new for 12 months. I've got nothing positive to say about... -
Which diesel MPV do you recommend for use in Spain? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have a second home in Spain and are considering buying a Spanish car. Secondhand prices are remarkably high. We like the van-based vehicles such as... -
MoT tester didn't identify a problem with my exhaust? 4 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently had an MOT and a service at a garage. The garage identified a problem with the brakes and pads and new ones were fitted. I asked if there were... -
Buying a one-year-old Avensis? 3 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a one-year-old Avensis from Hills of Woodford who I understand is one of the Toyota approved dealers. The conversation that... -
Buying a replacement for RAV4 what would you recommend? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Our RAV4 has, after 10 years faithful service, probably just about come to the end of its useful life. We bought it with your recommendation and have always... -
Buying a small auto for temporary use? 30 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife broke her leg 5 months ago and can no longer drive a manual car. I have a new Landrover on order but the leadtime is 5 months. I would like... -
Which small car has space for a folding wheelchair? 27 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a 58-reg Peugeot 107 but my father is increasingly needing to use his folding wheelchair. Dimensions folded are 29” (74 cm) high, 36”... -
Which petrol car for elderly drivers offers ease of access? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are in our seventies with clean driving licences. We also have creaking joints and blue badges. We do not anticipate carrying wheel chairs, yet. Due... -
Why is the climate control in my BMW 120i inadequate? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a BMW 120i convertible with climate control. The 28 degrees centigrade max of the BMW is puny - no good at all for winter sun. Neither does it... -
Private fine for stopping on carriageway at Luton airport 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife went to collect relatives from Luton Airport. On the airport approach road are circular no stopping on carriageway signs. At the roundabout outside... -
Fixing a 2005 Golf EPC warning light? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a Golf Mk5 1.6 FSI 2005 model. The EPC light has come on permanently and it flashes when the engine is warm and the car is at idle. Had this... -
Buying a large classic car for occasional use - how about this Mercedes-Benz? 15 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
We need a comfortable large car,that can accommodate a wheelchair,for occasional long trips. As it will only do about 4000 miles a year ,we do not want... -
Would you recommend the KIA Rio as a small, reliable, petrol car? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I note that in Saturday’s paper you state that if a person drives fewer than 15,000 miles a year and keeps cars for longer than five years, diesel cars... -
Buying a car for 30k miles a year? 9 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I travel around 30,000 miles each year, mainly for business. The family has mainly grown up and gone, so no need for a large estate (currently in a Volvo... -
Insuring a young driver on one of our cars? 1 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are thinking of insuring our 21-year-old step son one of our cars for him to drive (it is a "second" car as both myself and my partner use two other... -
Buying a Hyundai i30 - are any of these worth a look? 20 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a used Hyundai i30 hatchback with a budget of around £8k. I drive 10,000 miles a year, mainly a 25 minute twice daily commute to &... -
Is the C-Class automatic OK? 11 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would really like your honest opinion on the following vehicle as I am thinking of buying it this week. The car in question is a Mercedes Benz CGI... -
Why don't supermarkets introduce herringbone-style parking? 2 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am that rare male that likes shopping and, in particular, visiting supermarkets. They are nearly always pleasant experiences spoilt by the business of...

