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Timing belt issue with Peugeot 407 31 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would like to ask about an issue that I had with my 2007 Peugeot 407; I was driving the car when it suddenly stopped. I tried to restart the engine but... -
When should I change the timing belt / chain in our Ford S-Max? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
We drive a RHD 2009 Ford S-Max that we bought new when we lived in UK. It has now completed 73,500 miles. When should I have the cam belt/chain (not sure... -
Which executive car for low running costs? 16 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am replacing my BMW 325d and am looking at: Merc E350 Diesel Coupe (approved used up to two years) Current BMW 330d (approved used up to 1 year) New... -
Would you recommend a petrol-engined car for short journeys to the golf course? 13 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I wonder if you would be so kind as to give me some advice regarding my next car. I have been driving a BMW 530d since 2003 and using it to make very frequent... -
Brake problem with Mercedes-Benz A-Class 27 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am having problems with the brakes on my 2010 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A160 CDi. For the first 18 months the brakes worked OK, but then (when stationary... -
Which Honda CRV would you recommend? 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a used Honda CRV (probably 2004-06) for occasional use. It will primarily be used to cope with adverse wet (floods) and winter weather... -
Insurance - can I specify a repairer of my choice? 11 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Last week a driver ran into the back of my MX-5. There is no major dent (one or two dings) and a few scuffs which may polish off. I have had previous experience... -
What's causing our Mazda 3's engine to surge when riding the clutch? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm writing this email as a frustrated new Mazda owner. Last October we purchased a Mazda 3 Venture petrol from EMG Mazda Cambridge. It has now done 2300... -
Does the new RAV4 have a proper spare wheel? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have an 8-year-old RAV4 that I plan to replace later this year. I have been very pleased with the car, and all things being equal, would have gone straight... -
Where can we sell our rare Citroen Dyane? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My car is a Citroen Dyane, January 1981. It has 81,814 on the clock, shining buttercup yellow, bought new, always garaged with seat covers, so the original... -
Buying a small automatic crossover or MPV? 12 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 118i M-Sport Auto. I need a modest sized car, length about the same but more space and ease of access for rapidly ageing parents. I would... -
Ford ecoboost vs VAG TSi 10 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I will be looking to buy a medium sized hatchback in the future. We currently lease a Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 115 and love it and we have never had a single... -
Can I use my old C30 spare on my new C30? 6 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife sold her Volvo C30 Diesel 1.4 after 4 years and 3000miles and bought a new Volvo C30 petrol 1999cc R Lux. A spare was purchased for the old diesel... -
Which automatic should I replace my 2010 Volkswagen Golf with? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would value your opinion on which would be the best automatic for me. At present I own and run a 2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.4TSI Match DSG. I have had the... -
Buying Used 2010 Ford Focus 1.6 - Petrol or Diesel? 3 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
After 20 years, I am finally downshifting from a company car, currently Honda Accord diesel. A used late 2010 or early 2011 1.6 Ford Focus would seem to... -
Should all tyres be changed at once on a 4WD vehicle such as our Freelander? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife's 2005 Freelander had an irreparable puncture. Four new Yokohamas had been put on about 15 months earlier and had done about 10,000 miles. The... -
I'm really pleased with the performance of 'snow socks' as fitted to my Volkswagen Touran. 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I saw your recent reply about snow socks. I have a pair of AutoSocks, which I have used three times. In January I travelled twenty-six miles in them on... -
Why isn't my Ford C-Max returning quoted mpg figures? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
Last year I bought a brand new 2012 Ford C-Max Zetec, and I have got to say the mpg I am getting is nowhere near as good as the manufacturer stated. I... -
Qashqai diesel poor idle control 4 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
About a year ago idle control became very poor on my 2007 Nissan Qashqai. When engine and/or air temperature are cold, idle falls to around 500rpm when... -
Is the Mazda CX-5 a good replacement for my Skoda Superb estate? 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I've been racking up 25,000 miles a year in my Superb estate since September 2010, and am planning to change it this year. My default plan is to replace...

