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How good is a used Octavia? 24 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
A couple of friends including a mechanic have recommended buying a used Skoda Octavia to replace my Volkswagen Bora TDI. I have seen many driven by taxi... -
Buying a nearly new Audi A6 - are the diesels reliable? 21 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am considering a nearly new Audi A6 Ultra 2.0 TDI. I believe these have new engines.How do they stand with the usual ideals with DPFs and 3 year+ old... -
Worth waiting for the new model Skoda Yeti? 1 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
Skoda Yeti: Hoping to buy 4x4 diesel but believe range being re-vamped next year. Any news eg diesel chain cam drive fitted?, DPF problem being addressed?... -
Is the 2010 Qashqai diesel suitable for short journeys? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a secondhand 2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5 diesel, 14,000 miles and it looks as if I have made a mistake and should have gone for petrol because... -
Buying a used medium diesel car what would you recommend? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
Changing from Ford Fiesta to medium-size diesel used car. Don't want problems with fly wheels or DPFs. What would you recommend? -
I'm tempted by a little Volvo 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm tempted by a Volvo C30 or an S40 to do 8000-10,000 miles per year. But it has to be automatic. Pity they don't do a 1.8 or 2.0 petrol auto. The choice... -
When were DPFs introduced? 18 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
When were particulate filters introduced? Does it vary acceding to Manufacturer? -
Which cheap diesel car? 13 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've been looking into cheap diesel transport that has no DPF or DMF. I see you have recommended the Toyota Yaris 1.4 D4D before - does the Toyota Corolla... -
Goodwill on a car not serviced with Nissan? 23 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
How extensive is Nissan's goodwill on X-trail design faults (e.g. Turbo fails DPS etc.) for Cared4 Dealer stock who's service history can't be proved to... -
Buying a used Legacy 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a 2008 Subaru Legacy 2.0 turbo diesel with about 50,000 miles on it. Can you advise on what are the things to watch our for when... -
Engine service light on a Volvo S60 1 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Volvo S60 has a full service history, but about 500 miles ago the engine system service light kept coming on then going off, etc. The car drops... -
Buying a VAG 1.2 TSI 105 ps engine 6 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering a Fabia with the TSI 1.2 105 ps engine and wondered if this fairly new design with its high pressure injectors and turbo is likely to have... -
Peugeot 407 - what do you think? 6 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
What does Honest John think of a Peugeot 407 1.6 HDI 2005? Would the 1.6 lack in power? What would it be like on fuel? Any particular problems to look... -
Can you recommend a used car for a long commute? 20 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
My car was written off while parked a few weeks ago and the third party insurer is about to pay out. I have a commute of 90 miles a day, almost all motorway.... -
Which VAG car is best? 10 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a nearly new car Volkswagen group car. I like the Golf Estate, Skoda Octavia and Superb, but I have a number of concerns regarding... -
Feeling ill whilst driving - is my car emitting dangerous fumes? 1 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am driving a 2011 Volkswagen Passat (company car) with 50,000 miles on the clock. I've had it for sometime and felt ill. My other half told me it was... -
What £6500 car for commuting? 15 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for some suggestions, as I would like to replace my current car within the next 6 months. I currently own a 05 plate Mazda 6 (1.8l petrol)... -
Some kind of a choke 14 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I drive a VW Jetta 1.9 diesel automatic as a company lease car. I have had this from new since January 2008. The car has 60,000 on the clock and the majority... -
Can you recommend a new or used 4x4? 3 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a new or used 4x4. My budget is around £350 per month. My weekly drive isn't much, just a 20-mile round commute, but I plan go camping... -
Should I buy a petrol or diesel small van? 15 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a small van for our dog walking business. The Peugeot Partner/Berlingo/Cargo Life are absolutely ideal for our needs. It is lots of stop-start...
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