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Should I use main dealer or independent servicing for my car? 10 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
My Skoda Karoq is nearly three years old. I’ve only done 20,000 miles and it’s running well. As car prices have increased considerably in the last three... -
What's a suitable car for a 70-year-old? 15 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I drive an Audi A3 which I have had for seven years and am pleased with. However as we get older, we find long journeys are less comfortable and have thought... -
What are my rights in returning a damaged car I recently bought? 19 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought an 8 month old BMW 1 Series from a local car dealer in November 2016. There have been a few clues as to its history such as ill fitting door trims,... -
Narrowest cars 3 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
Thanks to your excellent advise, we bought a top of the range i10 automatic in 2009. It is still a pleasure to drive under most circumstances but we missed... -
Looking for decent car under £6k - any ideas? 7 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
After a pretty disastrous experience with my Hyundai i10 and the main dealers, I'm sick to death of it after 19 months and want to trade it for something... -
Should I buy this used Honda CR-V? 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I reluctantly have to part with my very comfortable 31,000 2006 Volvo S80 SE D5 185 due to worsening back problems. A local garage has a September 2012... -
Is it realistic for the dash cluster to fail on my 7-year-old Honda Accord? 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was driving my Honda Accord when the dashboard lights went out briefly. This occurred again on the same journey only they were off for a little longer.... -
What could be causing a slight vibration when driving my 20-year-old Volvo 740 through lower gears? 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
Six months ago I took the cylinder head off my 20-year-old Automatic Volvo 740 Estate to investigate a fairly severe vibration in the engine, even when... -
Could you recommend a car with easy access, a large boot and a long guarantee? 15 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 77-year-old mother is looking to replace her 10-year-old Audi A3 with a slightly smaller car. She only does about 4,000 miles per year, and has all... -
What should I replace my Volkswagen Phaeton with? 10 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
After running two 3.0Tdi Phaetons, the lease deals that attracted me are no longer available. I have loved running the Phaetons but the time has come to... -
Would a SEAT Ibiza for £2000 make a reliable, cheap runaround? 8 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a reliable, cheap runaround that's able to take me the long distance to uni as a second car. I'm a 22-year-old student and hence looking... -
Scrapper flow 17 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I must admit to being relieved that the scrappage scheme is near the end and that normality should return to the car market. Although it seems to be a... -
Eire today 24 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 16 valve GLS that is coming up for 12 years old and am looking for a new or nearly new car as a replacement. I would like something... -
Will old tyres invalidate my insurance? 5 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have just had tyres renewed by a mobile tyre fitter who told me that my front tyres (in road legal condition) would invalidate any future insurance claim... -
At what age should tyres be replaced? 24 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I know that tyres are date stamped on the tyre wall but who is out there monitoring those age stampings other than ourselves? Is there a recommended age... -
What's the best small automatic to replace my Fiat Panda? 17 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm reluctantly looking for a small automatic to replace my 11 year old Fiat Panda, I see Kia Picanto made your top 10 but not Fiesta or Corsa which I'm... -
What family car is suitable for a dog and a new baby? 14 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
My daughter and son-in-law require a nearly new vehicle to accommodate a medium-size dog and a baby. They are badge conscious and have about £20,000 -... -
Which economical petrol-engined hatchback do you recommend? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My sister aged 40 has just passed her driving test and needs a car to carry herself, her five-year-old daughter and her growing dog, so an estate or largish... -
New Freelander or used Discovery? 3 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
Not a terrible position to be in but I have the option of a new Freelander 2 XS as a company car (£270-80 per month tax at 40%) or a 5-6yr old Discovery... -
EC tests and fuel economy 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I'm intrigued about real world economy and the rise of the so called eco models which do not seem to come close to their claimed figures. My five year...