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Can I recover the cost of repair on this used car? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
A 56 plate Ford Focus bought from Trader required new front brake pads & discs within 3 weeks of purchase. Am I in my rights to expect at least a large... -
Do I really need to pay £350 for aftermarket paint protection with my new car? 24 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am buying a new car and all dealers want to sell me aftermarket paint protection at what seems a substantial amount - often around £350. Whereas I do... -
What is the OEM specification for the engine oil in a 2016 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer 1.6 diesel? 28 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
Can you tell me the OEM specification for the engine oil in a 2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 diesel? After hearing rumours of emission upgrades, I'll be having... -
Ferrari 612 gearbox glitch 14 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Ferrari 612 F1A '04 from a specialist. I love the car. Due to weather I haven't driven it much. I am in week 10 of its 12 week warranty. I have... -
Unstable door 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
My three-year-old BMW 320i SE Touring has just encountered a DSC unit failure and I have been quoted £425 for the repair by the local dealer. The car is... -
DMF failure after 4 weeks - who should pay for repairs? 6 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used Mazda 3 a few weeks ago from a Hyundai dealership - it was apart exchange. I have found out today from my (heroic) mechanic that the dual... -
Is Autoglym LifeShine worth it? 5 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm buying a second hand Mitsubishi Outlander (2019 plate), the car is metallic black and the body work is in excellent condition. I have been asked if... -
The gearbox system has failed in my newly-bought 2017 car. Is the dealer liable? 13 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I need your advice, please. I purchased a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Estate 4 months ago from an independent dealer. The car had done 15,000 miles with an elderly... -
Which reliable family car offers low maintenance and good safety? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a car, and I haven't owned a car in over 10 years. The last time I owned one was in America before the days of satnav, iPod connections,... -
Corroded head gasket - should Kia pay for the repairs? 6 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a used 2009 Kia Picanto last year from a dealership. One evening after work the car started shuddering and making an awful noise. In the morning... -
What are your views on using online retailers? 22 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
What are your views on using online retailers? They seem particularly attractive during this lockdown period? -
I want a genuine part fitted under my insurance claim. 9 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I want an OEM replacement windscreen but insurance company want to fit a cheaper aftermarket windscreen as the car is nearly 4 years old. As it's a Mercedes-Benz... -
Young driver looking for insurance advice and new car advice 25 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
My uncle who is a car salesman recommended this site for someone who knows very little about how to acquire the cheapest insurance and car for my age (17). I'm... -
Have you heard that fast charging fries EV batteries after 40 charges? 11 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've done a lot of reading by various car writers on the subject of EV range and how it differs a lot from the makers' figures. The thing I'm more interested... -
Have put the wrong fuel in my Jaguar XF - what should I do? 4 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I've filled my Jaguar XF S diesel with the wrong fuel, using petrol instead of diesel. The car was driven for about 0.5 of a mile before it stopped. My... -
Rejecting a car because of a fault 22 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I own a BMW 1 Series 120D M Sport which was purchased from new in March 2008. Since the beginning of this year I have noticed that the Efficient Dynamics... -
Which Vauxhall dealer is taking over from Peter Vardy in in Scotland? 28 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
My Vauxhall dealer in Perth, Scotland (Peter Vardy) has parted company with Vauxhall and can no longer process warranty claims. Which dealer is taking... -
Is a vehicle history check worth getting? 9 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
There seem to be lots of websites offering HPI style checks. Is it better to go with the original, or AA/RAC, or use one of these slightly cheaper service... -
Do Maserati still rust readily? 19 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a Maserati Levante. I live a mile from the sea. Am I likely to be letting myself in for a lot of rust-related grief in a few years... -
Why can't my grandson get insurance cover? 2 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has just changed her Astra for a Corsa 1.2 and is now trying to obtain cover for her son aged 18 who passed his test last week. The car would...
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