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I want a new-ish convertible to replace my old BMW 640d - what do you suggest? 14 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 BMW convertible has done 39,000 miles and is still going strong. I’m now thinking of selling and buying something newer (say 2-3 years old). I’m... -
The ECU in my van has failed. Should I get it repaired or just replace it? 1 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Mercedes Citan 109 CDI long wheelbase panel van, registered 2018, in Feb 2019. It had approximately 8,000 miles on the clock. It now has approx.... -
Why doesn't my Volkswagen Touareg's cruise control work on downhill slopes? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Volkswagen Touareg 3.0TDI new six months ago and am delighted with it, but on a steep hill in Argyll the vehicle runs away with me over the... -
Dealer won’t replace dangerous cracking tyres on my used car – what can I do? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
Last month I bought a 2007 Mercedes-Benz E350 from a Kia dealer. I noticed that it was making a groaning noise from the front, and informed the dealer.... -
Scratching a leaving 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
Three years ago I purchased a new Mercedes CLS 320 from a local main dealer and was persuaded to utilise MB Finance as their rate was 3.5%. This seemed... -
Can I get my Smart Car's radio cassette player unlocked cheaply? 6 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Smart car had a new battery. The Grundig radio cassette locked out. I thought it would be no problem to get the code from an internet site (have done... -
The Michelin tyres on my Range Rover are very noisy - What should I replace them with? 5 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've got Michelin tyres on my 2012 Range Rover Autobiography 4.4. The tyres have done 22,000 miles and they're very noisy. What should I replace them with? -
Insurance claim after an accident in France. Does this value sound right? 12 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
If treated as a write off what value should I get for a Mercedes-Benz C180 Kompressor Avantgarde SE 56 plate petrol manual with 34,000 miles (approx) and... -
Warning lights after a repair 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just changed the indicator stalk on my Mercedes-Benz A-Class and the ESP and BAS lights have come on. Does this normally happen? Or have I put... -
What SUV should I choose on the Motability scheme? 4 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
My Motability car is due for changing next year At present I have a Mercedes B-Class. I would like an auto SUV that is comfortable with room for my Rascal... -
What trickle charger should I use for a mild hybrid? 17 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
Can you suggest a suitable trickle charger for my mild hybrid Mercedes GLC 300? There seems to be a lot of choice. -
Been waiting 10 weeks for C-Class part - what can I do? 28 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
My two month old Mercedes-Benz C350e was involved in a collision and is in a repair shop waiting to be fixed. However, the dealer is unable to get the... -
W211 spring failure 18 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
My W211 Mercedes-Benz Estate (2007, 48,000 miles) has gone BANG quite suddenly. The RAC engineer (35 minutes from call to arrival) immediately diagnosed... -
New Mercedes-Benz GLC broken down three times - what should we do? 8 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
We bought a new GLC in early 2016. In July last year the fuel pump failed and the car stopped suddenly on a busy A road. In September the air suspension... -
I bought a car 10 months ago that already needs the brake pads changed. Is this level of deterioration to be expected? 10 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
I bought the above car from a main dealer on 15 August 2020. They stated that a service and MOT had been done and it was ready to go. The car had 24,994... -
How can I reduce tyre noise? 23 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
I would like a car that cruises quietly without the tyre roar that a lot of cars seem to suffer from on run flats e.g. my current BMW 840d coupe and Mercedes... -
Need an executive car with a quiet cabin 18 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy an executive car with a quiet ride. This means minimal wind noise, tyre roar, engine noise and suspension thud. Have narrowed my search down... -
Faulty thermostat - What happens if I don't replace it? 23 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mercedes-Benz E320 - I noticed the temperature stays round 50c on motorways and goes up to 70C in traffic, I was told thermostat needs replacing... -
Should I buy an old S-Class? 11 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I’m considering a 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 S-Class. The car has had one owner from new and is sold with a full service history and 134,000 miles on the clock.... -
Which chain cam camper van is less susceptible to DPF problems? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
If I were looking to buy a camper van with a chain-cam engine while also seeking to avoid potential DPF problems, what makes / models should I be considering?

