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Should I get a Vauxhall Corsa or a Kia Picanto? 18 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've seen a 2007 Vauxhall Corsa and a 2009 Kia Picanto for the same price. Which should I go for? -
When should my 2006 Volkswagen Golf's cam belt be replaced? 2 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Golf diesel 1.9 TDI is four years old with a mileage of 35,000. When should the cam belt be replaced? -
Where is the best place to get short term cover while our car is being sold? 21 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
Where is the best place to get short term cover while our car is being sold? -
What small, newer cars would you recommend for a new driver? 12 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a budget of up to £7000 to purchase a used car for my 26 year old daughter who has just passed her driving test. I'm looking for a small car, no... -
What's the best £5k car for a learner driver? 30 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
My partner is looking into buying a car for her 17 year son to help pass his test and to keep through university. They have £5000 to spend, but don't know... -
Buying a used executive car - what's best? 20 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am a weekend commuter and cover around 700 miles a week. I have a number of old back injuries and comfort is a priority for me. I don't have a huge budget,... -
I'm considering an ex-management car - is a fluid change necessary on a car with only 400 miles on it? 11 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering buying a delivery mileage (400 miles) car that is now 13 months old. I'm told it's an ex-management car, and so has been parked up. I asked... -
I'm 58 years old and taking driving lessons - when I pass the test, will insurance be the same as if I was a young driver? 12 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm 58 years old and currently taking driving lessons. On the basis that I pass my test at some point and want to buy a car, would I be expected to pay... -
Old RAV4 with a stuck throttle 10 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I recently had to crash my beloved RAV4 into a steel supporting pillar in a multi-storey car park to avoid pedestrians, when my throttle jammed on and... -
Oldmobile? 17 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am hopefully about to get my licence back after a 3-year medical layoff. I could get a new car on the Motability Scheme which would cost approx £7,500... -
Previous confliction 19 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
In May 2009 I bought a Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 diesel from a VW main dealer. The car was first registered in August 2008 and had 14,000 miles on the clock.... -
Should Honda pay to fix the air con in my 10 year old car? 13 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2004 Honda CR-V has been very reliable and I have covered 106,000 miles. However, recently, the air con pump has started getting noisy and I have been... -
Can I use my old C30 spare on my new C30? 6 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife sold her Volvo C30 Diesel 1.4 after 4 years and 3000miles and bought a new Volvo C30 petrol 1999cc R Lux. A spare was purchased for the old diesel... -
Electronic handbrake problem 22 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am getting a grinding/squealing noise coming from the electronic handbrake unit location on my Scenic 2004. The noise only occurs when I am stopping... -
Faulty rear door lock, will my car fail its MoT? 19 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
The rear door on my 18 year old Volkswagen Polo won’t open from the inside or the outside. Is that going to cause the car to fail the MoT? Other passenger... -
Can you recommend the best car on a small budget? 11 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a very old, much loved Citroen Saxo that I’m looking to change. I only have £4k to spend but dislike tiny cars, what would you recommend please? -
Can I trace an old car if I know the reg number? 15 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
In the 1970s, my wife and I owned two Austin Mini. How do I ascertain whether or not they have been scrapped, still on the road or declared SORN? I can... -
Faulty car keys - cheap fix 15 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
You replied to an an owner with problems unlocking. My son has had 2 x this problem and fixed them both for a few pounds. IS & RAV4 key not functioning. Bought... -
High performance 4x4s - What's best? 9 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
It's time to change my eight year old Subaru Forester turbo. All I want is a small 4x4 SUV with manual gearbox and petrol engine. Like my present car,... -
Should I buy an old S-Class? 11 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I’m considering a 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 S-Class. The car has had one owner from new and is sold with a full service history and 134,000 miles on the clock....