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Can I reject a car based on wear and tear after I've bought it? 13 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm in the process of buying a 15-year-old Jaguar. But because of the covid situation, I've not seen or driven the car, which will be delivered to me by... -
What's a good project car to dismantle with my son so he can learn about cars? 28 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
I want to find a car that I can take apart with my eight-year-old son so he can learn about how a car is put together. It should be small so the components... -
A car I bought in a private sale is faulty, does the Consumer Rights Act apply? 25 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a car privately, which the seller advertised as: “Fantastic low mileage car that's in a great condition” and goes on to say, “it would... -
How do I improve the harsh suspension of my van? 2 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
The ride of my new Citroen Berlingo van is so hard. It doesn't absorb any bumps, it just thuds every time I go over any type slightly damaged road surface.... -
What has happened to make insurance premiums go up so much in the last 12 months? 16 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
Last July I insured my car for £240. This year, with no changes to my circumstances (other than the value of the car having reduced) the renewal quote... -
Will a modified Morris Minor be difficult to insure? 19 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I've come across a garage that specialises in selling Morris 1000. They also improve/modify them by fitting disk brakes, brake servos, Inertia reel seatbelts... -
How do we go about restarting a car that's being stood for several years? 15 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
In 2012 our older brother bought a tatty 2003 Porsche Carrera 996. He had the engine completely rebuilt and was well into the restoration when he got ill.... -
Reconditioned turbo keeps whistling - is this normal? 7 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
The engine management light came on in my 2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel, which has done 42,000 miles. RAC diagnosed and exhaust and throttle control actuator... -
Our new car will be off the road for three months with a fault - what are our options? 21 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Range Rover but when we picked it up there was an airbag light on on the dashboard. We thought this was the indication that the front passenger... -
Admiral are trying to unlawfully write off my car - what should I do? 27 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2003 BMW 540i Touring M-Sport in February 2017 from a dealer for £6900. It is a rare model and very high spec. I insured with Admiral fully... -
What do I do if a car hits my parked vehicle but doesn't give his insurance details? 12 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
Recently, it would appear that several local residents in our otherwise pleasant housing estate have had their cars bumped in a local car park outside... -
How can I fix my Volkswagen Polo misfire? 3 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
In March this year I privately bought a 2010 Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI. It was sold with a full service history, with 24K on the clock. It ran really well... -
Wiring failure in a BMW 3 Series - a recall issue? 28 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
My car has been inoperable for two weeks now. I had a total power failure. RAC and local garage tested battery etc. - all normal. Once stripped back it... -
Misleading fuel figures 16 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I’ve noticed that car owners are not getting close enough to the stated mpg figures. In my circumstance, I bought a new Audi A4 2.0-litre TFSI quattro... -
Bad diagnostics from BMW dealer - can I demand a refund? 20 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2006 BMW X3 2.0d Sport, which at 53,000 miles has suddenly lost all power. At the time it lost power, the car was towing a car and caravan. I... -
Why isn't a clutch failure on the Up covered under the Volkswagen warranty? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am seeking some help and guidance on a matter relating to my mother's Volkswagen Up which she purchased brand new from Volkswagen Liverpool in September... -
My son's Volkswagen Bora blew up - can we get a refund from the dealer? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
With my financial assistance my grandson bought a 2003 Vauxhall Bora, 1.9 TDI, 113,00 miles, with warranty from a local dealer. It cost slightly under... -
Differences in fuel (diesel) quality and so impact on fuel consumption 12 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
HI. I have been running a Mini Cooper SD Coupe (2102 with 2k to 7k miles) for the past 5 months. I have alternated the use of 6 fuels to see if any brand... -
I was sold a Toyota Hilux with a false service history - can I reject the car? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 3-year old Toyota Hilux Double Cab pick-up in November 2012. It was supposed to have come straight from Toyota with a full service history,... -
Buyer upset with the car I sold? 1 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I sold my MG last November (2012) for £650.00, £50.00 less than advertised as the seller stated it was all he had. I advertised as a fun car, all things...
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