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  What should I pay attention to if I buy a high mileage car? 21 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a high mileage Volvo XC90. Any tips of what to look out for?
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  Is there an inherent flaw with the Volvo V40? 10 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Our two year old Volvo V40 2.0 has been in the garage for nine weeks undergoing tests and repair for an emission problem. We have been told that there...
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  Should I buy a high-mileage Volvo S40? 21 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  What do you think of buying a Volvo S40 2.0 D R-Design Sport 4dr diesel with 120k miles for £4000? Shall I go for it? what should I watch for?
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  How reliable is the auto box in the Volvo V60? 16 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have been offered a friend's Volvo V60 D5 automatic. The car has covered 45,000 miles and is used to tow a caravan. Am I buying into problems for te...
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  Gearbox failure on Volvo XC90 12 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The transfer box on my Volvo XC90 has failed after four years and 46,000 miles. The Volvo dealer has quoted £4000 to fix the car and deny any responsibility...
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  Can you tell me why my 2009 Volvo C30 has been recalled for a PowerShift gearbox change? 14 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 2009 Volvo C30 has just been recalled by my Volvo main dealer for a PowerShift gearbox change. Unfortunately, I could not get a clear explanation from...
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  Can I use my Nextbase dashcam in my New Volvo XC40? 7 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Last week I took delivery of my new XC40, It is a lovely car and I am sure I will enjoy a long ownership. However when I asked the dealership staff about...
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  Is it worth spending money on a 20-year-old Volvo or is it just good for spares? 5 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My sister has a 1998 Volvo 740 GL SR Sedan with 190,000 miles on the clock. The MoT and tax are due to run out next month. It runs well but the engine...
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  What is 'w' button for on Volvo XC90? 12 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
  What does the W switch at the gear stick on a 2010 Volvo XC90 do?
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  Particles of association 4 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2008 model Volvo V70 D5 SE, and I recently received a recall notice from Volvo regarding diesel fuel getting into the sump oil during a DPF regeneration...
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  How can I speed up engine repairs to my ex-demo Volvo C70 2.0D? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought an 11-month-old ex-Volvo management C70 with 4400 miles on the clock from a Volvo dealer in February 2010. Included in the deal was the first...
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  What can I replace my Volvo V40 with? 31 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to change my current Volvo V40 1.6 automatic, which has been a great drive, economical and with low tax. I've looked for newer models but can't...
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  Is it worth having my Volvo Polestar optimised? 9 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volvo V60 T4 and I am considering having it Polestar optimised. It’s quite expensive for what appears simply to be a remapping of the ECU i.e....
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  Buying a new SUV - petrol or diesel? 22 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We want to buy a new seven-seater SUV. Our shortlist is: Volvo XC90, Land Rover Discovery Sport and the Kia Sorento. We are a bit worred about the emissions...
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  Volvo S40 - timing belt or chain? 20 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Have bought a 2007 Volvo S40 1.8 SE petrol with 125,000 on the clock, it has FSH but no evidence of timing belt change. I have conflicting info from the...
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  Would you recommend the Volvo V40 to replace my 2004 Volkswagen Golf? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are thinking of changing our 2004 Golf 1.9TDI. We would like something of a similar size although petrol as we do a lot of short and medium trips with...
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  What should I look out for when buying an S40? 9 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am going to be looking at a 2004 Volvo S40 1.9D manual with 22,000 miles on the clock, backed-up with a Full Volvo Service History and all the paperwork. It...
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  Is the Volkswagen Eos a good purchase? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I wish to purchase a hard top convertible. We presently own a five-year-old BMW 3 Series with 38,000 on the clock. We think the Volkswagen...
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  How can I stop my Volvo V70's air conditioning blowing warm? 25 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2002 Volvo V70 with 153,000 miles. Recently the air conditioning started blowing hot regardless of what setting it was on, but by turning it off...
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  Where can I get a tow hitch for my 1997 Volvo 940 estate in France? 25 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I live in France and I'm in the process of gathering quotes to have a tow hitch fitted to my 1997 Volvo 940 estate, which is a late 2.3 T version. So far,...