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Fooled again 29 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Yesterday I made the stupid mistake of putting petrol in my 2007 diesel car. I realised immediately and did not start the engine. We had a garage tow... -
Traffic frights 29 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was reading through one of your website posts about traffic lights as I have a concern myself. I've been told not to worry but as I have only been driving... -
Should I buy this 2002 Mercedes-Benz C220 with 89,000 miles? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have been considering purchasing a 2002 C220 Mercedes-Benz CDI Avantgarde Estate. It has FSH, has completed 89,000 miles and is being sold by a reputable... -
Is the Peugeot 307 SW known for having dual mass flywheel and clutch problems? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
We bought a 2003 Peugeot 307 SW in May 2004 via the Peugeot Direct scheme through the Peugeot dealership in Devizes. In June 2005 the car broke down due... -
Are there any potential problems that I should look for my 2001 Jaguar XK8 Coupe? 17 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I’ve recently purchased a 2001 Jaguar XK8 Coupe with about 46,000m on the clock. It has immaculate bodywork and the interior is also pretty good. It also... -
Threedom’s just another word 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
Friends have finally decided to buy a car. They are prosperous and looking to buy new, no P/X, good for the economy. I recommended him a Honda FR-V when... -
Wheeler deals 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
You have recently advocated the use of winter tyres and I am exploring this possibility for next winter. I would prefer to buy a new set of wheels and... -
Matching numbers 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 53 plate Golf Match V and I'm thinking of changing it soon. I've spent over £1,800 on it in 14 months and I think it's time for a change.... -
My particulate problem 17 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 2007 Hyundai Tucson CRTD CDX 07 diesel has been showing a flashing amber warning light. The handbook says "emissions system check particulate filter.”... -
DSG’d writes 17 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I noted in your website ‘What to Watch out for’ section for the Golf Mk VI: "Problems emerging with the 1.4TSI and 7-speed DSG: jerking at low speeds,... -
Leased of his troubles 17 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
In the few months from new, my new car has been in the garage for over 2 months, of that we have been left with a small courtesy car, and some periods... -
Xen and the art of motorcycle concealment 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am amazed that I read so little in your column about Xenon or bright white headlights. Anyone who drives at night will be well aware how dangerous and... -
Leased of his worries 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am a company car driver and currently have a choice of: Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCi 125ps Zetec 6 speed 5 door Ford Mondeo 1.8 TDCi ECOnetic 5 speed 5 door... -
Lost cause - Postcodes on satnav 14 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Citroen C5 SatNav Estate. At no time during the test drive did the dealer tell me that the satnav would not access full UK postcodes.... -
Beef: jerky 12 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
A family friend has recently replaced a much-loved last generation Toyota Corolla automatic with a new Yaris MMT. She is extremely disappointed with her... -
Penalty claws 6 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
Yesterday I signed for a recorded delivery letter. When I opened it there was a document, all in Spanish, of what looked like a Spanish road speed fine... -
Rubbered up the wrong way 6 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I purchased ex-demo E Class 320 CDI WITH 4,500 miles in March this year from MB Direct, is 58 reg. It has now completed 9,500 miles. I had cause to return... -
Paying alloymoney 20 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 2005/55 Ford Street Ka has done 45,000 miles. A week ago failed its MoT and needed a broken offside front spring and front arm replaced due to corrosion,... -
Rental arithmetic 30 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
In May of 2008 we purchased a 2,000-mile Mazda 3 TS2 first registered in March 2008, for £8,400 including VAT of £1,097 from the Mazda main dealer in Tunbridge... -
Campaign for humane lights 25 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Mercedes-Benz front lights at night on many models look tacky and sadly it is not Mercedes fault. The owners and drivers should give them feedback but...

