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We have a garaged 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 that we want to sell - is it worth getting it running first? 31 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
We've been given a 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 that we now wish to sell. It's been garaged for the last eight years. It has 157,000 miles on the clock and is... -
Running in 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2Diesel R - In just 600 miles per Handbook? 4 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
With my previous car - a 2006 Kia Sorento CRDi XS purchased new, in the absence of advice form the Handbook I ran the engine in over 10k miles following... -
Current pun 23 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
Do you not think that to promote electric cars there needs to be a change in the law so that some electric vehicles could incorporate a small engine without... -
What steel-roof convertible would you recommend with reasonable running costs? 7 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a convertible under £25,000 that is comfortable on the motorway, fun to drive with reasonable running costs and ideally a steel folding... -
Need a reliable used family car - any suggestions? 27 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2012 Ford Focus estate that my wife wants to get rid of and replace with something with a higher seating position. We have shortlisted two cars: 2013... -
Is it legal to remove the DPF from our Hyundai Santa Fe? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have owned a 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CDI 7-seater for three years but recently it has displayed the engine management light. Our dealer carried out... -
My daughter's Corsa was very easy to restart after storage. 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was surprised that my daughter's car, having been parked up for more than four weeks, outside her home, on the street started first time. It's a three-cylinder... -
When should you change the coolant in an almost 30 year old car? 28 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1990 Volkswagen Polo Estate that had one little old lady owner from new and has done 51000 miles. It has been serviced annually by the same local... -
Flat-tyrey charger 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
Nearly 2 years ago I bought a 2005/55 BMW 535d M Sport. I have been very happy with it except for the run-flat tyres. On the inside of the near-side rear... -
Moby trick? 18 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
I qualify for Mobility and would like your advice. Up until now I have always claimed the allowance and purchased a used vehicle approx 3 years old, such... -
What is the legal position if the tax runs out on my car when I'm driving in Europe? 14 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
What is the legal position if the tax runs out on my car when I'm driving in Europe? -
How much is my 1997 Jaguar XK8 worth? 13 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1997 blue hard-top Jaguar XK8 which has been off the road since failing its MoT in Summer 2018. Parked outside, uncovered. It’s a lovely car to... -
Why won't stop-start work when it's cold? 20 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
My 2018 Citroen C3 only does short journeys on average, say, 10 -15 miles. With the advent of the recent colder weather, the stop-start no longer operates... -
Should I keep my four-year old Volkswagen Touareg or replace it? 15 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
After four years and 60k trouble free miles I am wondering whether to trade in my 2014 Volkswagen Touareg. Its a lovely car and suits our needs perfectly... -
What's the best grade engine oil to use in my car? 16 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
My petrol-engined Toyota Yaris Verso runs happily enough on 5W/30 semi-synthetic oil. It returns about 1600 miles per pint of oil. With 135,000 miles on... -
Cars constantly park on our residential road - how do we stop this happening? 26 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
Our road has motor vehicles restricted signs, with "except for access". What does this mean? Any normal person would assume this meant access to residences... -
What's causing my Ford Kuga's flat battery? 13 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2012 Ford Kuga diesel. Recently, the battery has started to go flat every 10-14 days if its stood on the driveway or only used a couple of times... -
Which Honda SUV is best for towing? 5 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I currently run a 2013 Honda CR-V 2.0 petrol manual. I opted for this as my daily commute is only seven miles each way. I cover 10,000 miles a year and... -
Heater not working after waterpump replacement 2 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
Hi, have a Peugeot 207cc which is almost six years old. A few months ago overheating light came on dash and temperature gauge shot straight up, I let the... -
Are diesel engines really that bad? 15 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
Geoffrey Lean in the Telegraph blames diesel cars for pollution, forgetting that almost ALL commercial transport, on sea and land, runs on oil fuel. Modern...
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