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Is now the time to choose petrol if buying a used car? 15 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have been a convert to diesel for 10 years on account of economy and torque. I am about to buy either a BMW 320i Touring or a BMW 118i. The reviews consistently... -
Particulate Filters Diesel engines 8 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have recently had to pay to have a EGR valve replaced on my Peugeot 407 diesel. As I am thinking of replacing the vehicle, but note many diesel engines... -
Diesel car for commuting? 23 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
I would like to buy a second hand car. I thought of getting a Golf Mk5 1.9 TDI. I want to use this car mainly for commuting to work (aprox 10 miles from... -
Will a Skoda Yeti tow a 1000kg caravan? 24 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am nearing retirement and will be giving up my diesel all-wheel drive Ford Kuga. I cover around 5000 miles per year and need a smallish petrol 4x4 to... -
Buying a medium sized used car - what would you recommend? 17 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a used car and have between £6500 - £8000 to spend. Ideally, I want a five door car with a reasonably sized boot. I travel daily using my... -
Which 4x4 is suitable for low annual mileage? 17 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
Which petrol / diesel 4x4 for low annual mileage? My future requirement is for a mid sized SUV with 4X4 capabilities (possibly 2 wheel if it has known... -
What's the best MPV for £4500? 5 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a used diesal MPV soon, with a budget of £4500. I have narrowed my choices down to the following motors: Citroen Berlingo Multispace... -
What's the best engine for the Nissan Qashqai? 8 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking about buying a used Nissan Qashqai+2 for my wife to use as the family bus. The car will mainly be used for short, urban journeys but will... -
Buying a seven-seater car for short term? 13 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy seven-seat car for short period of six months. After six months am looking to sell this car. I need advice as to which car will... -
Which 3 Series should I buy? 14 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
Which model of BMW 3 Series would you recommend from the following E90 models: 330i N52, 330i N53, 335i N55 320d, 325d, 330d I intend to keep the... -
What do you think of the Hyundai i30? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am planning on buying a car for my partner and we were looking at 2008-2010 Hyundai i30 1.6 diesel with less than 40,000 miles. Any good and bad pointers... -
I'd like to buy a Golf, but should I go for petrol or diesel and are the DSG automatics reliable? 5 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I want to change my 10-year-old BMW for a hatchback with automatic transmission such as the Golf or Focus. The Volkswagen dealer is trying to sell me a... -
Which model of Fiat 500 is the best to buy for motorway journeys and city driving? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My girlfriend is very keen to purchase a Fiat 500 Lounge. She will cover 12-14,000 miles a year of which two-thirds will be motorway commuting, the rest... -
High Mileage Audi 2.0 TDI 30 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
Hi there, I'm looking at buying a new car and have seen a 59 Plate Audi A4 2.0 TDI S Line. It's a beautiful car with immaculate body work and besides a... -
Fun, cheap to run, practical car for £8k? 30 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am currently looking for something cheap to run that fits in the fun good-looking category. I drive around 10,000 miles a year, so for the outlay and... -
Which diesel pick-up should I buy? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am considering purchasing a high spec double cab pick-up for use as a family car and 'gardening/camping' duties. My mileage would be some 6000 per annum... -
Ford ecoboost vs VAG TSi 10 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I will be looking to buy a medium sized hatchback in the future. We currently lease a Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 115 and love it and we have never had a single... -
Buying Used 2010 Ford Focus 1.6 - Petrol or Diesel? 3 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
After 20 years, I am finally downshifting from a company car, currently Honda Accord diesel. A used late 2010 or early 2011 1.6 Ford Focus would seem to... -
Will a diesel Volkswagen Golf be more economical than the petrol version? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
New Golf 1.4TSI petrol or new 1.6TDI diesel? I’ve done the maths. For both cars after three years at 8000 miles per year at urban mpg (43 petrol and 62... -
Am I driving my diesel correctly? Will it last? 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have read your articles for many years and have taken particular note of your advice regarding using diesel engined cars for regular short runs - as...
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