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Garage has wrecked my car - what can I do? 17 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I took my 2006 Citroen C3 HDi Exclusive 1.6 to the garage after hearing a ticking noise. The car was running fine (bar the noise) and the garage took the... -
Were the diesel claims all just a big scam? 11 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
Whatever happened to the diesel claims which we were all asked to put in? Pogust Goodhead does send the occasional email but this has been going on for... -
I'm looking at buying a five year old car but there's rust on the tailgate - should I steer clear? 21 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm buying a 2018 Citroën C3 1.2 Tech Flair and found some rust on tailgate door at the bottom. This has been sorted and I've been given a one year guarantee.... -
Why aren't dashcams fitted as standard to new cars? 9 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
Dashcams have been available for several years now in the accessories marketplace. With the increase in car tech levels, including reversing and 360 degree... -
What's the best car for rough roads? 7 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to replace my 2025 Volkswagen Touran. The area I live in has rough roads and this means the Touran has a tendency to be loud (road noise) and... -
Can you recommend a reliable alternative to a Land Rover Discovery? 13 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a Land Rover Discovery which spends more time in the main dealer's workshop than on the road. It's costing them a fortune, which they can't... -
I got a diesel van when I only do short runs and now the DPF keeps clogging. What petrol van should I replace it with? 15 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I made the mistake of buying a diesel Fiat Doblo van. I only do short runs and the DPF keeps clogging up, even a long run does nothing. What small van... -
What jump starter should we buy for our minibus? 30 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
My village charity group operates a Citroen Relay minibus. As a starting backup we would like to purchase a Battery Power Pack for emergency use should... -
What smaller hatchback would you recommend for a couple in their 70s? 4 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are in our 70s and own a BMW 118d. Soon we feel we'll need a newer and smaller car, perhaps three years old and economical. Our favourite... -
Is an engine warning light an MoT fail on pre-2008 cars? 25 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
Could you please quote your source for saying that diesels registered pre 01/07/2008 are exempted from this part of the MOT? My wife’s 2004 Citroen Xsara... -
Which is the best convertible car to buy? 18 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have always wanted a convertible car and at 62 I would like to buy one. There seem to be problems with the mechanics on the roofs of some. Which one... -
Could you recommend me a car that's easy to get in and out of? 14 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
Joint problems mean I have incredible difficulty getting in and out of any seating. I love my 1995 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, it has only done 60,000 miles... -
Why are some manufacturers not producing petrol automatics? 6 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
Why are some manufacturers not producing petrol automatics? The motoring press have raved about the SEAT Ateca and Mazda CX-5, neither of which are available... -
New baby on the way, which car should we get for £13k? 21 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
We have our first child arriving in six months and have £13,000 to spend on a used car that needs to be safe, reliable, spacious and hopefully cheap to... -
Will premium diesel make my DPF last longer? 27 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
You frequently advocate the use of Shell V-Power Nitro Diesel which I have used in my Citroen C5 from new. You also state that diesel engines are prone... -
Small car with comfortable ride? 2 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
My 2010 Honda Jazz and local road surfaces is not helping my chronic back problem. Is there a more comfortable used car you could recommend? Older higher... -
Need bigger boot than MINI Countryman plus more than 50mpg 30 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am three quarters through finance agreement with MINI on a Countryman Cooper D All4, but need more boot space for four small dogs and preferably better... -
Buying a replacement for my C4 Picasso 28 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have had two new C4 Picasso 1.6e-HDi Airdream EGS VTR+ cars over the last six years. I have found that the new models no longer have a spare wheel, plus... -
Buying a family car for £4000 29 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a reliable and spacious (the main driver is a six footer) family car for £4000, which is cheap to run and tax. I would refer an estate... -
Which small car for a 17-year-old girl? 21 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 17 year old daughter is about to learn to drive. She will have a 25 mile round trip to college 3-4 times a week, plus outings for socialising. We live...
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