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What do I look for when buying my first car? 21 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am finally looking to buy my first car (having been driving my mothers for about 10ish months). I am particularly interested in the Peugeot 107 (or Citroen... -
The tyres on my Peuegot 208 are noisy, are there quieter alternatives? 17 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I own a Peugeot 208 GT fitted with Michelin Primacy 4 205/45/17 tyres, which are quite noisy. I understand that among others, the Hankook Ventus Evo 3... -
Can you recommend a PHEV 4x4? 28 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
I would like to replace my diesel Honda 4x4 with a second hand PHEV 4x4. I have a budget of £18,000-£20,000 and plan to buy it second hand and keep it... -
Can you suggest a reliable family car replacement for our 15 year old Honda Jazz? 30 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
We're looking to replace a 15 year old Honda Jazz - which we bought on your recommendation and it has been perfect for us. But, sadly, it will need a lot... -
What cheap van should I get to convert into a camper? 23 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have £2000 to buy a small van to convert into a camper. I've seen on here that you only really suggest for that money a Ford Transit Connect. Would I... -
What scooter should I buy? 3 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I need a scooter for a holiday home in France with low seating and sufficient power to get up some steep hills. I've been told fuel injection is best so... -
I want a large van to convert to a camper - what do you consider as high mileage for a van? 1 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a large panel van for conversion to a camper. My price range is up to £5000. Most of the vans I have seen advertised at this price have done... -
I have a 1989 Audi 80 Quattro sat in a barn - what's the best way to start restoring it? 9 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
I've owned a 1989 Audi 80 Quattro 2.3 for a good number of years now and it has been confined to a barn, which is a great shame. I'm looking for some advice... -
What's the best, Euro6 LWB van for campervan conversion? 15 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
Could you recommend the best LWB panel vans suitable for a campervan conversion that would meet Euro6 diesel emissions standards? It needs to be reliable,... -
Charged £800 for changing address on insurance - is a refund likely? 23 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
My daughter recently notified her insurer, Hastings Direct, of her change of address for the remaining three months of her insurance policy. She then received... -
Skoda Yeti diesel performance after emissions fix 7 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
Our Skoda Yeti 140PS diesel 4WD six-gear manual was tested on a dynamometer to provide the power and torque output graphs before and after the 'cheat'... -
Should my approved used Mercedes Benz have a full service history? 17 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I bought an approved used Mercedes-Benz C-Class from a franchised dealership and was told it had full service history. We requested the documentation several... -
Sold a vehicle - buyer now wants me to pay for repairs for MoT 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
My husband died recently and I have just sold his car. It was taxed and MOT'd for two weeks and the buyer gave me cash, without looking at or testing... -
Do you agree with this BMW service manager's views on DPF maintenance? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I had a very interesting chat with a service manager at BMW Battersea whilst collecting my car. I have a 12-month-old new model X3 3.0-litre diesel. I... -
Real life high MPG and reliability - what's the best car? 4 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
Accompanying my new job is a 18000 to 20000 mile annual commute, mainly on motorways but also occasional A roads. I have a budget of up to £11500 but... -
Horrendous tyre roar! 10 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently traded my 2005 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi titanium in for a VW Golf 6 2.0 TDI GT. The car is a 3 door fitted with the optional 225 40 R18 wheels, it... -
Even Range Rover Sports 4x4s are fallible in fresh snow. 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
Here is a salutary tale on winter driving. I recover cars for a Jaguar Land Rover repair contractor and was called to Gaydon to collect a JLR company Range... -
Has the original proposal for the Protection of Freedoms Bill altered? 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Regarding Clause 56 of the Protection of Freedoms Bill which allows Parking Enforcement outfits to pursue Registered Keepers of cars for parking penalties,... -
Computer and fill-to-fill mpg figures differ significantly 12 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
When asking for submissions of MPG figures you state: "Work out your average fuel economy over the last month. You can do this from your trip computer... -
Buying a new small family car - which one would you recommend? 6 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
Can you advise on which 5 seat car would be the best option as a small family car? We have heard good things about the Ford 1 litre 3 cylinder engine,...

