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I bought a car but it's not as described - should I go through small claims court? 4 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Mazda MX-5 from Cinch. Their description said it had rear smart city brake support, I-ELOOP and i-stop, which it doesn't have. They have offered... -
Where do in-car speed limit displays get their information from? 4 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
My new Mazda 2 displays incorrect speed limits in places, as did my previous one. I have been told cars "read" speed limits but also that they use software... -
What's the best car for a family with two children? 2 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
My London-based son and his family need to replace their problematic Mazda CX-5 in a hurry. They need a car to accommodate their two small children and... -
What headlight bulbs would you recommend for driving at night? 15 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
I just read your article about dazzling LED lights which I found very interesting. I too have more of a problem driving at night, needing to slow down,... -
What comfortable but reasonably fast car would you suggest on a £35k budget? 13 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a sports car as a second car for many years and currently have a BMW M2. Due to advancing years and the poor state of the roads I would like... -
Can you recommend a car for an older passenger with arthritis? 10 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
My husband has arthritis and early Parkinsons, so we need to move from a low convertible to a sensible and safe car with comfort features. We need high... -
Can you recommend a fun, reliable car for £3000? 15 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
Since I was 17, I have had quick and fun cars. Would you be able to suggest a car that has good handling, a turn of speed, fairly reliable and around £3000?... -
Should I prepare my car for two months storage? 30 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
Following surgery next March/April, I will be unable to drive my petrol Mazda CX-3 (mileage 8000) for approximately two months. The car will be garaged... -
Could you recommend a seven-seater for a narrow driveway? 22 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
We have a very narrow driveway and are thinking of buying a seven-seater to house two children's car seats (one three-year-old and one newborn) and two... -
What's the best large petrol second-hand car for £12,000? 11 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a second-hand car after years of buying new and getting fed up of the depreciation. My budget will be £12000. My only requirement... -
What are the pros and cons of buying a car imported from Japan? 6 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
There are a number of dealers importing Japanese cars. What are the snags I might not have thought about? Is insurance more expensive? Are spares harder... -
Best used estate? 13 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a used mid-size estate. I have been reading your answers to similar questions, and it seems you recommend the following: * Ford Mondeo *... -
Is the Volvo V40 the same as the Ford Focus underneath? 25 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
My local MOT tester has described my Volvo V40 as a Ford Focus. Is this correct? I rented a Focus on holiday last year and thought it was very different... -
Medium size automatic 15 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
After 224000 miles my trusty Golf TDI auto is due for replacement. As much as I love the build quality of the Golf, I hesitate to go straight for another... -
Advice on Nissan X-Trail? 19 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am emigrating to Australia and need to buy a car when I get there. I'm really close to signing a contract on a Nissan X-Trail. A family member just advised... -
Need a new diesel 4x4, but only cover short trips 6 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I live in Jersey, and our Discovery 2 TD5 Auto is about to die. I am looking to replace it with similar, but a bit smaller, with a £20k budget. The... -
Will buying a van at auction save me money? 24 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
We are looking to purchase a used Volkswagen Transporter (T5) for a professional conversion to a camper van. Van dealers seem to be really pricey so am... -
Cars for very big people - what do you recommend? 30 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a Volkswagen Golf Plus and am looking to change it, but don't really want to spend the money commanded for a Golf SV. My challenge is... -
What are three-cylinder engines like? 10 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a Peugeot 307 SW 2006 which is a great car but I have the usual problems with the DPF. I can live with them... I have been told that a lot of... -
Which car has a low tailgate for easy loading of a wheelchair? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
Unfortunately my wife now needs a wheelchair. We are both pensioners, although I work part-time as a community nurse driving 8000 miles a year. What is...

