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Looking for decent car under £6k - any ideas? 7 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
After a pretty disastrous experience with my Hyundai i10 and the main dealers, I'm sick to death of it after 19 months and want to trade it for something... -
Can you recommend a car to downsize from our Volkswagen Passat? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am currently driving a 10-year-old Volkswagen Passat B6 1.9TDi estate now coming up to 120,000 miles. Whilst this has been an excellent car I no longer... -
My daughter put petrol in her Audi A3 TDI - should the fuel tank be flushed? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
My daughter, having recently exchanged her car for an Audi A3 2.0 TDI, made the mistake of filling the car with petrol. The car was taken as instructed... -
Should we consider the Skoda Fabia for a small commuter car? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am returning to full time work in September and we are looking for a small, basic second car that I can use for my journey each day. My commute will... -
Why did my daughter's premium go up when she bought a lower insurance group car? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is in the process of changing her 2002 Peugeot 206 (group 5 insurance) for a 2009 Citroen C2 (group 1 insurance). The renewal for the 206 had... -
Which car for a 30-mile commute and for my young son to drive? 2 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
My workplace is relocating shortly from its current position within walking distance of my home to a town 30 miles away. The commute will mostly involve... -
Looking for a cheap comfortable car to get to and from station 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
Hello HJ. I have a 1964 Series 2a Land Rover which i've been using to get to and from the station every day (about 5 miles a day). I've now decided that... -
How can fuel pumps be improved to prevent misfuelling? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I know it is my fault, but I filled my diesel Mercedes-Benz car with petrol, and landed myself with a bill for £730. Amazingly, the car travelled 75 miles... -
Insurance company vague about my young son. 25 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a 9 year old Ford Galaxy 1.9tdi which would be ideal for my son to learn to drive in when he turns 17 next July (it's large and slow). If I can't... -
Oil changes on current Jaguar's 16 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
Current XF's require you use Castrol Oil. This oil is only available from a Jaguar dealer. To change engine oil and filter costs £169.00. For the last... -
Berlingo - Van or Multispace? 24 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm interested in changing my Skoda Fabia estate for a small car derived van. The main reason for this is to create a small "day van" for my various outdoor... -
Is there a 4WD van available? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm a self-employed gardener and occasionally I need to drive up rough tracks to my work sites. I have a 2004 Peugeot Partner 2.0-litre HDi van and I would... -
Which MPV is suitable for a large family? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a car to replace our 15-year-old Ford Mondeo. With two children, potentially their friends and families, we are thinking of opting for... -
Which small, economical car for a first-time driver? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a car for our grandson who is just starting his first job after graduating. I could manage £5000 but might be able to make it more,... -
Why do modern cars like the Audi R8 have such bright LED headlights? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
Mike Rutherford asks, "Who wouldn't love to own an Audi R8?" I wouldn't. Certainly if it caused a nuisance to other road users. I refer to its LED headlamps.... -
Should I get a small diesel car or small petrol car? 31 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Which car is cheaper and better to run please, considering the cost of diesel. A 2009 Fiat Panda Multijet diesel or a 2006 Toyota Aygo petrol? I am getting... -
Buying a family car for less than £3000 18 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have just sold our beloved old Land Cruiser after three years of trouble free driving as it was just too juicy but I am terrified at re-entering the... -
Why aren't SUVs suitable for tall people? 19 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to purchase a mid-size 4x4 and have viewed a Hyundai Santa Fe, Nissan X-trail and Citroen C-Crosser. However, I am 6'7" tall and am finding... -
Recycled cars 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2 door Citroen C1 that I have been pleased with and I wish to fit a tow-bar for a cycle-rack, but I am informed that it is not possible to fit... -
Should we replace our Citroen C4 Grand Picasso, and if so what with? 23 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a C4 Grand Picasso which will be three years old next month. I bought it with 18 months warranty left. It's served us well and we're really happy...

