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Complete engine failure with four year old Golf 8 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDI Match back in February from Car Giant in London. I was the second owner, with the car previously being a fleet car.... -
11 year old car wearing out. 22 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Our main car, as above has just had its main annual service and I was advised to have additional work at the same time - replacing a faulty offside driveshaft... -
Buying a nearly new car - what do you recommend? 9 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace me 2011 Skoda Octavia 1.6TDI in the next year or so. I'm looking for a recommendation for a replacement that meets the following... -
Can I recommend Shipham Volvo for helping with my 1995 850 T5? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I had to write because I thought you ought to know that Shipham Volvo are better than excellent. Proof: I took my lovely old 1995 850 T5 to them a few... -
Should I have an expensive service carried out on my 12-year-old Impreza turbo or sell it? 21 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a Subaru Impreza Turbo 5-door, which will be 12 years old in July and is still in top condition. It has been nothing but fun and 100 per cent reliable,... -
Petrol or diesel? 25 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a new small car, so far I like the Fiat Panda, good deals to be had, and good space for me as I am 6ft 4. The car will stand for... -
Young driver insurance 21 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I've been getting illustrative quotes for my daughter, aged 23, when she buys her first car as soon as she passes her test. On a typical VW Polo or Toyota... -
Can you recommend a family MPV with a large boot for short drives? 12 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently driving a Ford Focus (old style) 1.6 from 2005 but would like to change to a newer car with more boot space as I'm expecting our first child.... -
Upgrading to two cars - what should I buy? 27 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I want to replace my works lease car (Audi A3) with a family/work car which will cover 14,000 miles per year. I also need a small car for my 18 year old... -
Is £1400 a good price for a 2003 MINI One? 18 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of purchasing a 2003 MINI One - it is a petrol and has 107,000 miles. The owner is asking £1395. Do you first think this is a good price... -
Is there anything similar to a Ford Fiesta with higher seating position? 2 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have been very pleased with my Ford Fiesta 1.25 which is now almost 6 years old. I'm thinking of replacing it soon but would like a car with a more upright... -
Small automatic 29 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a car mainly for local running but it must be automatic. I'm struggling to decide between a two year old Honda Jazz or Toyota Yaris.... -
Should I buy a Lexus RX 400H with a high mileage? 14 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
Should I be worried about buying a 8-9 year old Lexus RX400H with 130,000 miles on the clock? -
Buying a used car - could you recommend an alternative to the Renault Megane 2 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My daughter's nine year old Renault Megane has finally expired and she needs a replacement for £10,000 - £12,000. She liked the Megane, but it proved unreliable... -
New Duster or used X-Trail? 11 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am planning on buying a 4x4 with a budget of £17k. A two year old X-Trail is top of the list but I'd like your view on whether a new Dacia Duster would... -
Replacing a C-Class 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a nearly five-year-old Mercedes C220 CDI, which is great but I not so good in the winter (RWD). I have been looking for similar spec (FWD) car... -
Any suggestions for a car my tall daughter can drive? 18 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is trying to find a car to learn to drive in. She is 6ft 4in, but has 38in long legs (most tall men have 33in legs). She is currently in a... -
When's my Saab need a new cam belt? 20 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Does the cam belt on a Saab 93 Vector Sport need to be replced when the car is 8 years old, with 40,000 miles on the clock? -
Buying a used car for a family of five 10 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
What would you recommend for a used, low mileage, petrol, 7 seater vehicle, full service history, up to 3 years old to carry 2 adults and 3 children (aged... -
An automatic and manual in one? 24 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
Can I, so to speak, kill two birds with one stone? Is there a smallish car with gearbox type that would satisfy my wife's need for an automatic with my...