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I'm after a workhorse MPV - what do you suggest? 3 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for an MPV for carting around me, my wife and two dogs, with space for an ageing mother and (fold up wheelchair) plus stock for our pub! It... -
The turbo has failed on my 12 year old car - is it worth replacing or should I just scrap the car? 20 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
The turbocharger of my 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 TDI has failed and the garage want £900 to replace it. Should I go ahead? The clutch has also not been... -
I can hear water in the sills of my car - how do I drain it? 14 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 CDTi SRi and can hear water movement apparently coming from within the nearside sills? Is this possible, why is it... -
We need a large MPV - what are our options? 17 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
We've had a Volkswagen Transporter (nine seater) but looking for more seats now, 10-12 but no bigger. Is the only option the Ford Minibus in the UK? We... -
What's the cause of white smoke and emulsion on the on the inside of the oil filler cap? 13 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
What is the cause of white exhaust smoke, even when the car is warm, from my 2008 Renault Modus 1.2 petrol with 32,000 miles on? There is also a small... -
What small, family cars can I tow behind a motorhome? 17 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a motorhome and I want to tow a small-ish car behind it (in UK). It must also act as a family car (2 adults and sometimes grandchildren).... -
Need a 4x4 with a flat loadspace 7 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a new or nearly new 4x4 with a genuinely flat loadspace when the rear seats are folded down. I currently have a 2004 Toyota RAV4 with... -
How do taxi firms get around DPF problems? 30 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering purchasing a used Renault Trafic, although my question is about DPFs in general. So to start regeneration you should be driving motorway... -
Buying a family crossover - which model is best? 18 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a small crossover or spacious hatch for a family of three, soon to grow. The new Honda HR-V diesel drives very well, but is it fully worth... -
A new or nearly new small car? 30 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a small manual petrol crossover. Average mileage per year would be about 7500 miles. Mix of 50% town and 50% motorway. Needs to have... -
Which is the better choice between these two cars? 21 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am buying a new car for my wife, and it's gonna be her first car. I have two offers: Mazda X3 Sport Nav, 2 litre petrol, Auto, stone leather seats,... -
Which small/medium van? 15 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at options for a small/medium van and have narrowed it down to a LWB Transit Connect, LWB Citroen Berlingo or perhaps a Renault Kangoo Maxi.... -
Can you recommend a small crossover? 1 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a small crossover. A Renault Captur looks the best bet, but I can't decide between petrol or diesel. Q1. On the basis of likely... -
Can you recommend a small car with a bright interior? 24 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife is looking for a new city car - she's seen the Toyota Aygo, Hyundai i10 and Volkswagen Up, but is frustrated at not being able to find an interior... -
Which SEAT Ibiza TSI has the 3-cylinder engine and is it reliable? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
The only Ibiza TSIs on sale that I can find in 5-door SE version are two 2010/61s and they have the 3-cylinder engine, advertised as 1.2 TSI 105PS. Is... -
Can you recommend a car for my commute? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am searching for a used car for £7000. I commute 40-miles every day on national speed limit moorland roads and urban 30-40mph roads. All have a broken... -
Why hasn't Volkswagen fixed the fault with the 2007 Passat's electric parking brake? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 2007 Passat electric parking brake also failed last month and my local Volkswagen specialist - Autotechnics in Gillingham, Dorset - fitted the new brake... -
DPF problems - on all cars? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
You often point out the problems of failing DPFs on higher mileage diesels, especially in Volkswagen models. Does the same apply across all manufacturers... -
Long Warranty 14 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I was surprised when I read your reply to letters stating Honda guaranteed their new 1.6 diesel engine for 1000000 kms or 10yrs in France and Spain. They... -
Why are modern diesels bad for short journeys? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I would be grateful for information on cars using diesel. I have been told that this is a good feature if you are doing a lot of distance driving, but...
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