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What small and cheap automatic car should my wife buy? 5 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a small automatic car for my wife, up to £5,000. We have found a Mitsubishi Colt and some Honda Jazz for sale, but my research so far... -
How do I start my car with the immobiliser stuck on? 31 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My 2001 Renault Megane immobiliser is stuck on, I have no code and just the one key so I can't start my car. Please help. -
What is the best small car for short journeys? 20 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
What would you advise is the best small car to buy? Such as the Nissan Note/Micra, Peugeot 108, Hyundai i10, Kia Picanto, or Vauxhall Corsa. The car would... -
Best first car for a couple in their 20s? 11 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My daughter and her husband are thinking of buying their first car. They are both in their late 20s. Unfortunately they are also saving up for the deposit... -
Are diesels better avoided for the foreseeable future? 18 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
With the current adverse publicity surrounding diesel engines, should I look to buy petrol rather than diesel? And is there likely to be a detrimental... -
Are small petrol turbo engines reliable? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
I often read your technical questions section and see lots of issues with turbos on diesel engines. Do the same issues arise on cars fitted with petrol... -
PCP - can I trade in a car on a PCP contract with a different dealer? 18 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently have a 2014 Skoda Citigo on a PCP deal which comes to an end in a few months. I am looking to change cars and enter a new PCP deal, possibly... -
How reliable are Alfa Romeo twin clutch autos? 6 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have read about the problems with Volkswagen dry clutch autos. Does the same issue exist with the Alfa Romeo TCT auto? Also does this Alfa gearbox need... -
Need a seven-seater with good towing ability 19 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a seven-seat people carrier for four adults and two young babies. It would also need to be able to tow a caravan that will be big enough... -
1.6 HDI turbo problems 2 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have heard reports of the 1.6 diesel engine fitted in Peogeots, Citroens & Fords to suffer from damaged turbos due to lack of correct maintenance and... -
29 year old male buying first car 8 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
My boyfriend is 29 and has just taken and passed his first driving test. We both know nothing about cars. How does he know what to budget? Which car to... -
Can you recommend a fun first car? 10 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
We need to replace our Subaru Impreza Turbo with something suitable for our daughter to learn to drive in. Would you have any recommendations for a car... -
Need a car that can fit 3 child seats 10 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
We need a medium sized car with enough width for three child seats in the back. We'd prefer an estate (not keen on MPV or 4x4s) but cannot find any cars... -
Can you recommend a child friendly car? 16 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I want to replace my Ford Focus diesel. We do about 10,000 miles annually and the car needs to be about the same size to fit in our garage. Comfort and... -
Which hatchback could I replace my MG ZR with? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
My beloved 8-year-old MG ZR with 29,000 on the clock has been written off and I'm seeking a replacement 1.2 or 1.4, 3/5-door hatchback, made in Britain,... -
Can you suggest a narrow car with sliding doors? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have very limited width parking and have at present a Suzuki Jimny 4x4. We are interested in a small automatic car with sliding doors as this would... -
Can you recommend a car that can fit two rear facing child seats? 18 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Having recently discovered that my wife is expecting twins, we're now in the position of needing a car which can accommodate two rear facing child seats... -
Should I buy a Citroen 2CV to leave at the airport in France for use during my monthly trips? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have the idea of a left-hand drive 2CV to take to France, with a view to parking at the airport and driving it on my monthly trips instead of hiring... -
Need a new family car that can take three child seats in the back - what do you suggest? 8 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I need a car which will take three child seats in the back. It must have a minimum kerb weight of 1400kg and engine power of at least 140ps. I’m happy... -
What can I replace my company Grand Espace with? 7 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have been driving a company-funded Renault Grand Espace 7-seater, which is replaced every three years. I am due for a replacement in the Autumn and would...
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