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Which version of the Golf should I buy? 15 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a Volkswagen Golf - but which model? I really like the new Golf GTI and the GTD, but I also like the Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition... -
What's the best diesel for £2500? 14 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have just had my 1998 Volkswagen Golf TDI written off in an accident. As a result, I have £2500 to spend on a replacement. I'm thinking of Audi A3, Volkswagen... -
Does the new Golf SV have a retractable towbar? 2 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
Your review of the new Volkswagen Golf SV says that your test vehicle was fitted with a retractable towbar. Do you know if this is available as a factory... -
Air con damaged by stone entering engine bay - is this a warranty issue? 30 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a new Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GT Bluemotion diesel. A few weeks ago the air conditioning stopped working. The local Volkswagen dealer diagnosed a damaged... -
Sporty hatchback for a 21 year old - what do you recommend? 15 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm 21 and recently got myself a good steady job, with a decent income. Having driven my parents' Fiat Panda for the last three years, I'm looking to get... -
Would you recommend the Volvo V40 to replace my 2004 Volkswagen Golf? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are thinking of changing our 2004 Golf 1.9TDI. We would like something of a similar size although petrol as we do a lot of short and medium trips with... -
Second hand Golf TDI for £3000 – a good deal? 22 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have the chance to buy a 2005 Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GT TDI (auto) with 90,000 miles for £3000. Is this a good deal? I drive 20,000 miles a year (mostly... -
Which car for trips to the Alps? 19 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a new car which is comfortable for the frequent, long journeys to and around the Alps in all seasons. My wife will be my usual passenger... -
A solution to 'drumming' tyres on Golfs. 14 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I had 'drumming' tyres with my Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI about three or four years ago. It seems that the rear tyres wear in a 'scalloped' pattern and that... -
Pump failure? Steering on our Passat feels funny in right hand corners 15 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
Our Volkswagen Passat was bought used from a main dealer with warranty last December. Since then it has developed intermittent loss of power assistance... -
Can I have my Mk6 Golf fitted with a sunroof? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I would appreciate your opinion on having an aftermarket sunroof fitted to, say, a used Mk6 Golf. Is it wise? And would this be something for my Volkswagen... -
Bought a car with the engine not as advertised 18 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought a used Volkswagen Golf 170 GTD from a large car dealership for £16,000, borrowing £10,000 from dealership finance. Ten months later it broke... -
Golf GTI needs a new engine - who should pay? 8 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
1st November my Golf GTI, which I have owned from new, cut out without any warning and would not restart. It was recovered to the local Volkswagen... -
Taxi collector 10 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am a taxi driver, currently running a 2004 Vectra 2.0l DTI (chain cam). What car purchased for £5,000 should be the best buy for taxi use. I am wary... -
Excessive oil consumption 5 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 58 plate Golf GT Sport 1.4 TSi and during the first 20,000 miles I did not need to add any engine oil between services. Since then the engine... -
Looking for a second car with low running costs and street cred - will the Ford Focus fit the bill? 26 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am a 19-year-old lad who has had a 1.0-litre 3-door T-reg Volkswagen Polo for 18 months now, and I am looking to move on to something bigger and more... -
Why do you not recommend an early first oil change after buying a new car? 2 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I note in your FAQs that you recommend the first oil change on a new car to be at the (long) manufacturer's interval and subsequent changes at a reduced... -
What cars do you own or have you owned? 23 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Just wondering what cars you have owned in your lifetime? -
Which model of Vauxhall Tiguan is most fuel-efficient? 4 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Could you please advise which is the most fuel efficient 4-wheel drive model of the Tiguan range? I currently drive a Volkswagen Driver and I need a vehicle... -
Have you driven the Skoda Fabia 1.2DSG? 4 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a Skoda Fabia 1.2 DSG and consider it a great car. I'm very happy with the performance for a small car and, compared to the small...

