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What alternatives are there to the Audi A3 automatic? 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
Thank you for your reply to my email re purchase of an automatic Audi A3. You say there are other models that are better value for money, so could you... -
Which automatic car with a comfortable ride to replace my Vauxhall Omega? 16 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a car of up to one year old, automatic, of a similar size to my 10-year-old Vauxhall Omega or bit smaller, with a soft ride, quite good... -
What is my car worth and where can I sell it safely? 15 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have an MG ZS Exclusive automatic 2020 silver grey with 11000 miles. Alas, I am giving up driving and wish to sell. What would be the best method, in... -
I want a small, frugal car with good boot space that is fun to drive, what are my options? 21 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm on my second Panda, now 15 years old. I really like it but time to change, what was good, 1.3 diesel power, suprising amount of fun and decent handling,... -
Can I fit smaller wheels to my Volvo XC40 to improve the ride comfort? 13 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
Can I change my wheels to 18-inch from 19-inch on my Volvo XC40 T5? I have had two different opinions from Volvo dealers. I find the ride hard on 19-inch... -
What's the best small SUV with a comfortable ride quality? 7 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I (both in our mid-eighties) have a 10-year-old petrol Nissan Qashqai CVT auto in which we drive about 6,000 miles per year. We particularly... -
Can you recommend a used car for towing a small caravan? 15 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
We're buying a small Caravan (about 900kg) and would like to upgrade our 2007 Honda Civic 1.4 automatic. We have a budget of £5000. We'd like to balance... -
Is the S Tronic gearbox problematic? 7 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is wanting to buy a petrol Audi Q2 with the S-Tronic gearbox. You often advise against particular types of automatic or semi-automatic gearboxes.... -
What's the best van-based MPV? 5 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
I bought Citroen Berlingo Multispace XTR a year ago. I love the concept and the space. It suits my country life and the two dogs love it but the automatic... -
What new small car would you recommend to replace our Qashqai? 24 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
We have a Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel automatic which will have to go shortly when the warranty expires due to many reliability issues. We want to downsize... -
Advice on buying a used automatic car 16 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
Hi John, Please can you help me point to the car that is economical in maintenance, pleasure in driving, comfort and has a good re-sale value. I'm looking... -
Ford Fiesta Ecoboost heavy clutch 15 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
The clutch pedal of my Ford Fiesta Ecoboost 1.0 feels heavy. I tried a friends Renault Captur and it's clutch was much light. Is this a problem with Fiesta... -
Buying a sports car - GT86, BRZ or S2000? 16 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have been reading your reviews and was thinking what you would recommend out of the Subaru BRZ, Toyota GT86 and Honda S2000 in terms of resale value? -
Can you recommend an automatic car with a petrol engine and high driving position? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I feel it's time to replace my 2007 Volkswagen Golf Plus DSG diesel. I've been very happy with it but am considering a change. What would you recommend... -
Which MPV do you recommend to replace our Toyota Previa? 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
Our 2001 Toyota Previa petrol automatic has been an absolute joy and we've driven every one of its 125,000 miles. Sadly it's beginning to get expensive... -
Which SUV do you recommend to tow a caravan and return good mpg? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently using a Mercedes-Benz R320CDI L to tow my caravan. It's a lovely, comfortable car that tows with ease. However the fuel economy is not great... -
What small auto with cruise control? 28 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have had my Kia Carens for 8 months based on your advice. I am thinking of changing the car as I am getting to know my driving preferences and partly... -
Why are large capacity petrol engined cars difficult to find? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I’m retired and drive a maximum of 6000 miles a year. It may be only my perception but it appears to be getting increasingly difficult to find large secondhand... -
We want to replace our 2009 Ford Focus with something more powerful - what do you suggest? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
We currently have a 2009 Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 automatic. We find this car very underpowered and have been looking to change to a Volkswagen Golf. The sales... -
Narrowing it down 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 2005 Jaguar XJ 3-litre petrol is wonderfully quiet, smooth and comfortable on long journeys, especially for my wife, who has a bad back. It has also...

