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Buying a new car. What would you recommend? 4 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2006 Discovery with 80k on the clock and have been offered £12,500 as a trade in against a year old KIA Sorento KX2 with 11k on the clock. I... -
Can you clarify whether the Nissan Tiida is an import, and whether it is a worthwhile purchase? 1 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have been to a car supermarket and seen a lovely Nissan Tiida. We were tempted to buy this (unregistered, with 37 miles on the clock) car. However,... -
My mum is in her 70s and need a used car - what do you recommend? 10 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
My Mum is in her 70s and a good driver (recently done a refresher course). She would like some advice on what car to buy to replace her ageing Ford Focus... -
Diesel repeatedly leaking into sump 4 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
Since buying the car in Jan 2015 it has suffered from diesel leaking into the sump from the fuel pump on 3 occasions. On the first 2 occasions the pump... -
bought VW golf '07 4 months ago - ESP/ABS light on continuously 20 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
We bought an '07-plate VW Golf from a dealer four months ago. The ESP and ABS light came on, and they've said since our warranty is out they won't fix... -
Which used estate is best? 10 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy an estate up to three years old and up to 30k mileage. I have up to £16,000 to spend. At the moment the car would be used for mostly... -
Why won't Motor Codes help with a serious Mercedes-Benz rust issue under warranty? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
This is the response from Motor Codes regarding the premature rusting of my Mercedes-Benz E-Class that has not been rectified under the Mercedes-Benz 30-Year... -
Complete engine failure with four year old Golf 8 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDI Match back in February from Car Giant in London. I was the second owner, with the car previously being a fleet car.... -
Will 'traffic film' repair paintwork damage on my new Skoda Yeti? 25 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
On Friday 21st May I took delivery of my new red non-metallic paint Skoda Yeti and, later that day, was told by a Volkswagen-trained mechanic that there... -
Chariot of ire 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Y reg BMW Z3 with 3 months warranty from a dealer in Nottingham. (I live in Huntingdon.) I filled up with Shell petrol last week and... -
Can you suggest a good value, reliable SUV? 5 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering changing my Audi A4 and looking for an SUV or estate car that's good value and reliable. I like the Skoda Karoq, however, I have concerns... -
What is your advice for a timing chain that broke just after warranty ran out? 8 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've had my Skoda Fabia for 3 years. The warranty ran out 10 days ago and the timing chain broke after only doing 38,000 miles. The dealer and Skoda U.K.... -
Major fault within 6 months of purchase - do I have any claim against the dealer? 21 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
We purchased a 2009 Ford Fusion 1.4 TDCI in the summer for £5495. We didn’t take any extended warranty on the car, but the dealer said he would give us... -
Is this a good deal on a Vectra? 11 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am planning to buy a Vauxhall Vectra 1.8 Exclusive 2007 model and the garage owner is ready to sell this car for £2700 with a full MoT and full year's... -
Which 4WD vehicle for accessing tracks and green lanes? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I live half a mile off tarmac along forestry track and green lane. I have managed for 35 years with 2WD but the pattern of recent winters and regular snow... -
One bournemouth every minute 26 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a second-hand diesel Freelander from a trader in Melksham on 18th April 2009. It is a 2006/55 plate with approx 51k mileage when I bought it.... -
My Fiesta is having issues with the Powershift gearbox - what can I do? 16 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
My 2014 Ford Fiesta has 12000 miles from new. The Powershift transmission has started to whine under acceleration and gives the feeling the clutch is slipping... -
My car has the wrong coolant mixture - what should I do? 23 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a 17-month-old SEAT Ateca 1.5 TSI. I thought the radiator needed topping up but stupidly mixed the antifreeze 50/50 with water when it was already... -
Insurance for new drivers 13 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
Now you have kindly sorted my tow car choice, (brilliant!) my next problem is 2 teenagers (18, male, 17 female) both wishing to learn to drive. We... -
Should I get a pre-reg car inspected by a mechanic before I buy it? 28 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
I'm buying a pre-registered Volkswagen Up (30 miles covered and registered January 2018) from a Volkswagen franchised dealer. Is it advisable to have an...
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