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  • Availablity of Michelin winter tyres 12 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I have tried to replace two of my 175/64R14 Michelin Alpin A4's. My tyre depot (Michelin agents) tell me Michelin say they have no stock of that size...
  • Automatic SUV for town driving - what do you suggest? 12 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I would like to buy an automatic SUV mainly for town driving and have a low mileage and looking for good reliability. I was thinking of Honda CR-V petrol...
  • Winter tyres advice 10 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I am a Vredstein winter tyre convert, have always used them and trust their handling especially driving in the Alps. My present Vredsteins are worn. I...
  • Buying a used Jaguar XF 10 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I'm planning to buy an approved used Jaguar XF (2013 reg).I prefer the looks and power of the V6 diesel S(275PS).Do you thing it will suffer more problems...
  • Michelin Cross-climate tyres - is it safe to have just two? 10 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
    Having read your column (http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/news/miscellaneous/2015-02/michelin-crossclimate-tyres/), when I needed to change just the front tyres...
  • Audi A6 Avant clutch judder 14 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I have an Audi Avant A6 3.0 V6 TDI (2013 model) and once it reaches temperature (8-10 miles from cold) and particularly after a motorway run, the clutch...
  • Is the Mazda 5 a good car? 20 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
    As a low mileage family seeking a new seven-seater, our choices appear to be limited (assuming we would be well advised to avoid a diesel engine). We...
  • Where do I sell my Porsche Boxster? 28 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
    Time and a back problem are now compelling me to think about selling my beloved Porsche Boxster S. It is a 2002 3.2L model in good condition with full...
  • New driver in need of a used car - what should I buy? 22 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to buy my first car but I'm undecided as to whether to get a 2009 Seat Ibiza 1.4 SE, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 S, 2008 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec...
  • BMW timing chain failure - what should I replace? 18 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
    The timing chain has snapped on my 2007 BMW 318d, with 127,000 miles on the clock. I'm not in the position to change the car and have been happy with it...
  • Should I buy a high mileage XC60? 1 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to buy a 2011 Volvo XC60 petrol auto with 78,000 miles on the clock. The seller is asking just over £13,000 - is this a good price?
  • MINI losing water - what's the fault? 6 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My girlfriend's MINI was getting its MoT recently and the mechanic said the water pump had a slight leak. Since then the radiator reservoir needs filling...
  • Best car for carrying three children in the back? 23 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I would like to replace my Volkswagen Golf Estate with a new car, which can carry three children, aged from a few months to seven years old. I don't want...
  • Buying a motability vehicle - what do you suggest? 22 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My parents will soon be choosing a motability car but we're unsure of which vehicle would be most suitable. The car must be high for ease of access and...
  • Want a fast and practical car - what do you recommend? 5 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am in a dilemma over what car to buy next. I want something that can easily accommodate my family's things, but I also want something fast. I only do...
  • Replacing Xsara Picasso - what should I buy? 12 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am thinking about buying a used car to replace a 2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 HDI. Due to numerous problems with turbo seals and injectors, the car...
  • Buying a new towcar - what should I get? 26 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I need to replace my towcar, I've towed caravans with GM autos for 30 years and they've always been good for me. The obvious choice is an Insignia or V70...
  • Where can I have my Jaguar XJ6's alloy wheels refurbished? 16 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have found over the years that the alloy wheels on my 2005 Jaguar XJ6 are very easily damaged as the rims protrude from the surrounding tyres. I had...
  • Where should I sell my Honda Civic Type R? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I own November 2005 Honda Civic Type R (original shape) in good condition with just 30,000 miles. I love it but I am reluctantly considering selling it...
  • How can I ensure my Saab 9-3's turbo doesn't blow again after being repaired? 19 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My car is a 10-year-old Saab 9-3 2.2TiD. On a recent journey it suddenly failed to accelerate and large clouds of smoke came out of the exhaust. I called...
 

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