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Clutch failure on used car - should the dealer pay for the repair? 28 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Rover 75 two weeks ago. The garage told me the car was in good condition and had a new clutch fitted less than 100 miles ago. Since then I’ve... -
Golden steering wheel 26 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
Please could you give me some advice on buying a new car? I am joining a new company and they have given me a budget of £40k for a new company car without... -
I damaged a parked car but the driver left before I could leave my details - what else can I do? 12 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
As I opened the door of my van, the wind caught the door and blew it into the side of the car parked next to me. There is only a tiny bit of damage. After... -
Why won't this car supermarket drop the price of its Volkswagen Passat Estate? 16 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.8 TSI 59 plate with 5000 miles from a car supermarket. They've had it in stock for some 3-4 months now... -
How do you ensure your car isn't being used when you leave it parked at an airport? 11 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
Do you have any advice regarding airport car parks? I recently read about yet another scam where an independent contractor offered off-site parking in... -
How can I get insurance on a new car that will have my existing private plate on? 4 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a private number plate which I transfer to each car I buy. I recently sold my four year old car to a dealer for cash and put the private plate on... -
Write decision 20 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
Yesterday on a water-covered surface I braked but slid into the car in front. Damage to my car is to radiator and front bumper - the car In front had a... -
What is a fair market price for a 1998 BMW 728i? 19 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
What is a fair market price for a 1998 BMW 728i which has done 50,000 miles with one driver? I see prices vary from £500 to several thousand pounds. -
The clutch on my Toyota Aygo burnt out after six journeys - should I have to pay for the repair work? 25 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a brand new Toyota Aygo over a month ago and have only driven the car six times. The clutch has now burnt out and the dealer is saying that it... -
How do I recommission an old Focus? 23 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 86 year old father in-law wants me to have his car because he cannot drive due to eyesight issues. The Ford Focus (2002) 1.6 petrol has been owned from... -
Broken timing chain on BMW with N57 engine 24 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
Recently the engine on my 3 Series Touring stopped dead. A trip to the BMW dealer revealed timing chain failure, and I have a bill for around £4000. ... -
Citroen C3 Picasso or Skoda Yeti? 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m thinking of buying a nearly new car for my retirement, but can’t decide between the Citroen C3 Picasso or Skoda Yeti. I will only drive on short journeys... -
I unknowingly sold a car that had outstanding finance - what can I do? 24 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I sold a car three months ago, which I’d bought privately two months prior as a fixer upper. I occasionally fix cars as more of a hobby than as a money... -
Is a lit engine warning light an MoT failure? 11 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2003 Honda CR-V petrol auto, which has covered 170,000 miles. For the past two years the engine management light has been lit an increasing amount,... -
Should we appeal our parking ticket? 30 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife’s car was recently recorded as overstaying her allotted time in a car park. At the car park motorists are required to enter their registration... -
Front suspension knocking 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
The offside front suspension of my Seat Altea makes a soft knocking noise when going over rough road surfaces, manhole covers, sleeping policemen etc.... -
My Range Rover Vogue caught fire and damaged my house - will this be covered under warranty? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
Last Wednesday night at approximately 10.30pm, my Range Rover Vogue (purchased new in December 2011) caught fire due to an electrical fault. It had been... -
Why is my 2007 Astra Twintop diesel so problematic? 21 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Astra Twintop diesel with 51,000 miles that I love, apart from a recent problem with the emissions warning light frequently lighting up.... -
What do I need to drive a left hand drive car in the UK? 19 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have to drive to the UK in my left hand drive 2021 Honda Jazz. Do I have to: 1) adjust the headlamps 2) have a FR sticker 3) adjust the car to count... -
How much is my Ford Fiesta Mk2? 2 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Fiesta Popular Plus, which I have owned for 23 years. The car was registered in 1986 and has had one previous owner. It is a three door saloon...

