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Sixties cars 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are both retired and in our sixties. My present car is a 2003 reg Toyota RAV-4 (3 door) with only 35,000 miles on the clock (less than 5,000 miles a... -
If selling a car do you make more money paying for a repair or selling with a fault? 11 Dec 2025 (Ask HJ)
When selling a car do you make more money paying for a repair or selling with a fault? We have a Mazda MX-5 60 plate with a £300 seal problem that lights... -
Is a brake warning light an MoT failure? 7 Feb 2025 (Ask HJ)
I was told last year that the Mazda SBS light being on and not functioning does not fail the MoT but this year I am being told that it does fail. Is this... -
Can you recommend a small crossover? 1 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a small crossover. A Renault Captur looks the best bet, but I can't decide between petrol or diesel. Q1. On the basis of likely... -
What are the best wheels and tyres for a Mazda MX5? 7 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a series 1 MAzda MX5 SE with 195-45 R15 tyres on alloys which she wants to refurbish. She needs one new pair of tyres but the other pair... -
Need to change my MX5 for a family hatch - any ideas? 6 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2007 Mazda MX5, but now have two small children who will need picking up everyday from school. I'd love a 5 door hatch with a DAB radio and a proper... -
Which family-sized and reliable car would you recommend for under £5000? 5 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a requirement for a larger, more reliable car that will last around five to seven years. I currently do around 9000 miles a year, with a fairly... -
What new small car would you recommend to replace our Qashqai? 24 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
We have a Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel automatic which will have to go shortly when the warranty expires due to many reliability issues. We want to downsize... -
Which small hatchback is best? 4 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of changing my Hyundai ix20 Style for a Mazda 2 Sport Nav (either 90PS or 115PS). I would like better responsiveness and more comfortable... -
Adblue for diesel Fords? 28 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
In the recent news regarding Volkswagen's scandal for Euro 6 emissions, I've come to realise that Adblue is normally required for the reduction of NOx... -
Which SUV is best? 26 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a new SUV. I do about 10,000 miles a year and my daily drive to work is 25 miles each way. I really like the Honda CR-V, but the... -
Which is best for a family, estate or MPV? 9 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I have a large dog and are expecting a baby in March. I currently have a Mazda 6 Estate (2004) but am looking to sell for a newer and bigger... -
Need a new car with good comfort - what do you recommend? 10 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
Have been looking for a new car to cover around 20k miles a year and my priorities are refinement and long distance comfort - personal purchase rather... -
Suitable Car for OAP 8 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am 78 years old and intend to buy a new car that will still be manageable for my age in five years time. I want an automatic, with heated front seats,... -
Should I remove the DPF from my Mazda 5? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
The DPF light is showing on my 2008 Mazda 5 diesel. Some say it is the better option (and legal) is to remove the filter altogether. Any suggestions? -
What do you think about the new generation of diesel engines which use reduced compression ratio to improve fuel consumption? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
There is an article in a recent ‘Economist’ magazine on a new generation of diesel engines. These apparently achieve better fuel consumption by reducing... -
Diesel estate - what would you suggest? 8 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I need a reliable estate for commuting (about an hour each way - motorway and traffic) and weekend jaunts with bicycles etc. Budget is around £6k and... -
Should I trust my Mondeo's trip counters or my own calculations when measuring mpg? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have owned two cars from new with trip computers, both of which were over-optimistic about fuel consumption. Typically in my 2008 Mondeo diesel I achieve... -
Used, economical family car - what would you recommend? 9 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to trade in my 2003 Seat Leon Tdi and am in the market for a used mid / large sized family car. My commute equates to around 300 miles... -
Dealer dispute 8 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am in dispute with a dealer. I returned a used Mazda to them on the grounds that on three occasions the engine management light came on, the car lost...
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