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Why was my deposit not returned after I decided not to buy a car? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently viewed a vehicle at a Renault Dealership in North Manchester. As there seemed to be some demand for the vehicle I put £100 refundable deposit... -
Problem with 'trade sale' - Car not starting four days after sale. 22 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Renault Clio (2002) DCi diesel with 59,000 miles on the clock from an independent dealer for £1,500 - at the higher end of valuations, in line... -
When should I replace the cam belt on my Volvo V40? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I own a 1999 Nissan Micra that has done 122,00 miles without any problems. When my husband died this year I inherited his 2000 Volvo V40 diesel that has... -
Buying a small crossover/4x4 to replace a C30... 11 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to replace our 58 plate diesel C30 R Design [55k miles] with something that's a little more capable in winter conditions. We don't go off road... -
Warranty repair time: is five weeks (and counting) reasonable? 14 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
The driver's side of my 61-plate Nissan Navara Tekna Double Cab windscreen started misting up after five minutes driving - and there is an unusual odour... -
X-Trail fuelling issues 24 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I wrote recently, and thank you for the reply, about my 2011 X-trail and the "flatness" around 2000rpm. My dealer says they all do it, something which... -
Which MPV offers a flat load bed and good economy? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy an estate car, as its flat load bed will be very useful. I fancied an SUV but, with the price of fuel, cannot justify the cost as the... -
We need a new car with easy access and good reliability with low mileages - what do you suggest? 4 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are a couple in our early 70s and we have enjoyed a Mercedes C180 for some years, but it gives signs of rising repair costs and we give signs of decreasing... -
Which small cars rival the Honda Jazz? 19 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have had three Honda Jazzes and have no complaints about comfort, reliability, versatility, economy etc. However, the market has changed and relative... -
Which cars and vans are manufactured in the UK? 2 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
To help provide jobs in the UK and reduce the UK’s negative balance of payment problem we always, as far as possible, buy UK made products. Both our present... -
Which small station wagon should I buy? 3 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
My needs are varied. Most trips tend to be in the city with the occasional long trip and annual trip to Germany. I thought of buying a supermini estate... -
Seating plans 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have recently had to return my company Mercedes Benz Vito Dualiner (6-seater), which was a fantastic family vehicle with masses of space. I now have... -
Check to cheque 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
I was invited by Benfields VW of Dumfries to a ‘Free Vehicle Safety Check’, on 15th July. The check took about ½ hour, and I was advised that both rear... -
A new mid-sized car 1 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
Do you know of any forthcoming changes to VAG diesels, such as chain cam and/or less problematic DPF? Are DMFs used on automatics/DSGs by VAG or Hyundai?... -
Which comfortable MPV-style vehicle would you recommend to replace our Vauxhall Meriva? 13 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
We currently run a Vauxhall Meriva ‘A’ 1.7CDTI and will shortly be looking to replace it. We have been looking for something in the £30 tax bracket that... -
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.... -
Keeno SAABy 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Many years ago I bought a new SAAB with a Ford V4 engine. I had once been told that when starting with a cold engine you should drive as if you were 'running... -
New for old 10 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
What do you recommend for new car? I am 69 and my wife is 66. Our current car is a Volvo S40 SE 2.0 Diesel 41,000 purchased from new Sept 2004. Looking... -
Heavy breather 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Could you tell me if you think the new FIAT (I think it is called a Ventiguila or something like that) coming on the market in July with a 1,400cc engine... -
Wealth and efficiency 27 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought my Ford Focus Ghia in January 2001, a size of car that would enable me to take my sick husband out and about. Fords had always been popular with...
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