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A new family car 20 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
We currently have two cars, a Citroen Xsara Picasso and a Ford Ka Collection, on 54 plate (47,700 miles). We are a family of 5 so obviously we cannot... -
Spare keys 3 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
Main car key to my Ford Focus lost (suspect stolen by a pick-pocket in supermarket). Replacement from Ford Main Dealer (Lisburn N.I.) is to cost approx.... -
car key duplicates 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a one year old VW Golf last year from a VW dealer and was told that there was only one key. In the past I have always had two sets of keys with... -
Which trendy car with a large boot would you recommend for my makeup artist daughter? 23 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
My daughter had the bonnet on her '54 Alfa Romeo 147 blow back, which damaged the roof and smashed the windscreen while driving on the M6. She was ok and... -
Is the Peugeot Bipper a car-based van in the context of applicable speed limits? 12 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
What is your take on the speed limits applicable to the Peugeot Bipper van? It appears to fit into the 'car-based light van' category, given the existence... -
Tax friendly taxi 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at upgrading my car to an MPV. I am happy to consider all options however my budget will only allow me to buy a used car. I need to buy a... -
Home brood 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a big people carrier to cope with our big family – we have a 4th child on the way. Most of the 7-seater cars on the market seem to be fine... -
Small car for short runs: advice please 21 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I live in Dorchester and have decided to buy a little car to go to work in. The car will do a very short journey (about 1 mile) twice a day. I would walk... -
Winter spring summer and fall 14 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
Any detailed analysis on 2002 Corsa Comfort C front coil spring breakage? My N/S front has just failed, done less than 25k. I’m very surprised to see the... -
Obscure object of Desire 9 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I need to sell my 2004/53 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 Desire 2 privately, but am unsure what realistic price I should ask. The car is in very good condition... -
The low oil pressure warning light has come on - what does this mean? 3 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
The low oil pressure warning light comes on in my 2013 Mazda 2.2d. What does this mean? -
How to tell winter tyres from summer tyres? 9 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought an old Citroen Berlingo Multispace as a temporary workhorse. I think it has mixed summer and winter tyres on it. How do you tell the... -
Buying a new car 2 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy one of the following - Volvo V60, Peugeot 508, Citroen C5, Toyota Avensis. Looking for a comfortable, reliable, safe car. I've... -
My car has some expensive maintenance bills this year - should I sell or keep it? 7 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2019 Citroen C4 Cactus with 50k miles. This year it will need a new cam belt/water pump, full service, back and front pads and discs and possibly... -
What car do you suggest for an older driver needing high seats and room for a mobility scooter? 20 Jan 2025 (Ask HJ)
I need to buy a secondhand car for myself and would welcome advice. I’m a pensioner and I have arthritis in my leg and back so need a car with higher driving... -
Can I modify my car to save fuel? 15 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
A local company says it can adjust the fuel use of my Citroen C5 6 spd, 2.0 HDi, upping it 10% without risking any parts. I'm a slowish driver, mostly... -
Can I reduce road noise with different tyres? 10 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2019 (current model) Citroen Berlingo XTR Flair Auto diesel 130, which suits me well with one exception - road noise. It has newish Michelin 205/55... -
I ordered a new car in October 2022 but it won't be delivered until 2024 - is this normal? 23 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I ordered a new Toyota Yaris Cross in Oct 2022 and was told delivery would be second quarter of 2023. This was then amended to November, then October and... -
Do any carmakers offer dash cameras as standard? 18 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to install a dash camera in our Audi A3 and this got me thinking that all manufacturers should fit them as standard or at least offer them... -
Can you recommend a car that will fit a wheelchair? 11 Jun 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Galaxy with a lowered floor that can accommodate my wife’s wheelchair but her new wheelchair will not fit in. Obviously, I will have to check...

