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Engine warning light on MINI Cooper 29 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
The yellow engine light came on this morning while I was driving my 2007 MINI Cooper. I am a bit concerned as I bought the car just five months ago and... -
Should we keep or sell our Fiat Grande Punto? 31 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
My partner has had a 2006 Fiat Grande Punto for the past six years and it has given good service for more than 50,000 miles. Recently it has started to... -
Best winter tyres for Audi A6 Avant? 26 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I bought a set of spare wheels and fitted them with winter tyres. My local tyre shop suggested Yokohama W - Drive 225/50 R17 winter tyres for my Audi A6... -
How do I rung-in a low mileage car? 10 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a Peugeot 207 auto. It is three years old,i mmaculate, and has done 4500 miles only. It has had an interim service, engine oil... -
Servicing my Porsche Cayman S? 10 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2010 Porsche Cayman S has covered 17600 miles since new and is due it's second service next month, however due to commitments it has only covered 1100... -
Which wheels can I fit to a SEAT Altea? 13 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a Seat Altea XL Stylance 19. TDi with 205/55/R16 wheels and have the opportunity to get a set of 195/65/R15 wheels. The motivation is my rims are... -
Which Volkswagen Golf is best? 24 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
Which Volkswagen would be better for us: - A Golf Mk6 TDI 105 Match (2012) 14000 miles £13000 Or - A Golf Mk7 TSI 85 S 14000 miles (2013)£12500 We... -
What is the servicing schedule for the Ford Fiesta? 18 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
What is the service schedule, from new, for a 2001 Ford Fiesta 1.25 petrol? In addition, what is the schedule for the cam belt to be replaced? Furthermore,... -
Why is the ESP light on my Golf staying on? 1 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Volkswagen Golf 1.9TDI and the Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP) light has come on. I've tried resetting but it won't work, any ideas? -
Insurance for a restored Jensen 9 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
My son lives in France. A couple of years ago he bought a dilapidated 7.2 litre Interceptor in the USA and had it shipped over. Since then it has been... -
How can I prevent my foot slipping in my Honda automatic? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have driven my Honda automatic since new in 1997 and covered 72,000 trouble and accident-free miles. Just recently, when moving the car, my right foot... -
Why do so many cars have blown bulbs? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I drive buses for a living. Over the last two or three years I have seen a noticeable increase in the number of vehicles with head/side or tail/brake lights... -
Which automatic - the Ford Mondeo or Volkswagen Passat? 11 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying either a Ford Mondeo or a Volkswagen Passat, preferably an automatic. Am I right in thinking that they both use a double clutch... -
Problems to look for in a 2002 XK8 convertible? 28 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Dear Honest John, I have the opportunity to purchase a fine example of a very low mileage 2002 Jaguar XK8 convertible which has had one private owner... -
Is my Galaxy worth repairing? 22 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Taken car to main dealer after power failure. Indications are that PCM is malfunctioning and replacement needed. Dealer explained that there may be other... -
Steering problem with a new car 16 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a new Nissan Micra Acenta. I have only been driving it for three days. Yesterday I noticed that when I was driving on a very narrow windy country... -
Does my 2005 Ford Mondeo have a dual mass flywheel? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2005 Mondeo 2.0 diesel with 180,000 on the clock. It has been a great car and the only expense apart from brake pads and discs was a new alternator.... -
Is it time to change our car? 12 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We own a 2007 Seat Leon 1.9 diesel. It has been a very reliable car, but it is due a cam belt and, at almost five years old, I wonder whether it is liable... -
New or used? 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a car, but i can't decide to buy new or used? EVERYONE at works says buy used, 3 year old car can cost 40% less but a new car i will... -
What Tyres do you recommend for a Volvo V70? 24 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 (last of the old shape) Volvo V70 sport with 17” wheels. Although a ‘sport’ model, I’m a steady driver that doesn’t need to corner hard...