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  • Honda Civic Type R - How can I make the ride more comfortable? 5 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
    In the light of our ever deteriorating roads, would it be possible to fit different suspension components (springs, dampers) to my Civic Type R to make...
  • Bangernomics - can you give me some pointers 16 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking for a used car. I am quite a fan of the term "Bangernomics" which was coined by James. It essentially means buying a used car which has depreciated...
  • What's the best method for protecting diamond cut alloys? 11 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I own a Honda CR-V with black painted alloy wheels that feature diamond cut faces. I had the wheels Smartguarded by the dealer and I wash them weekly to...
  • Volkswagen Transporter making a knocking sound - what's the cause? 4 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
    My 2011 Volkswagen T5 Transpoter Kombi has started to vibrate. It has also made a few knocking sounds. Both disappeared when coasting in neutral or keeping...
  • Buying a new BMW 3 Series - can you help? 18 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
    Can you please offer your guidance to assist me with decision for purchase of a new BMW 3 Series 320i Sport Auto or Audi A4 2.0 TSFI Sport Auto. Both are...
  • Advice on buying a taxi? 10 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking for a new taxi for myself. Either a 2012 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI or Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI. Which one is better and economical?
  • Poor fuel economy - are drivers to blame? 30 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I was looking at your Real MPG section and checked my 2007 Nissan Qashqai; it shows a Real MPG of 47mpg which is not that great really I think. I drive...
  • Need a used car for towing - should I buy a Mercedes? 21 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I need a car capable of towing a fully laden trailer on camping trips, but want something relatively economical to fuel, tax and insure. I would also like...
  • Wheel size 3 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am currently looking to replace my 2005 Audi Allroad with either another A6 Allroad or a 3.0 litre Quattro estate. Of the three to four year old models...
  • How do I recommission an old Focus? 23 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My 86 year old father in-law wants me to have his car because he cannot drive due to eyesight issues. The Ford Focus (2002) 1.6 petrol has been owned from...
  • Main dealer or independent for major Audi service? 14 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have an Audi A3 2.0 TDi due for major service. 37,000 miles and five years old. Dealer service history. What is the effect on my resale value if...
  • Should I renew my Volkswagen warranty for my 2009 Golf Estate? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have just received a letter from Volkswagen inviting me to extend the warranty on my 2009/59 Golf Estate 1.9 TDI, now at 46,000 miles. I note under the...
  • Is my Volkswagen Golf 1.4TSI likely to suffer from DSG problems? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have a Volkswagen Golf 1.4TSI DSG. I have just been on Twitter and a couple of forums and found out that problems are appearing in France and Denmark,...
  • Is it more expensive to insure an automatic than a manual car? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Having dropped a small coin into the cigarette lighter of my BMW 520d the local (non franchised) BMW dealer was unable to locate the offending fuse. The...
  • Should I keep my Land Rover Discovery 3 or replace it? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I currently drive a 2007 Discovery 3 HSE with 75,000 on the clock. It has been problem-free and an excellent car (my fifth Discovery). I am considering...
  • MoT tester didn't identify a problem with my exhaust? 4 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I recently had an MOT and a service at a garage. The garage identified a problem with the brakes and pads and new ones were fitted. I asked if there were...
  • Is the C-Class automatic OK? 11 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I would really like your honest opinion on the following vehicle as I am thinking of buying it this week. The car in question is a Mercedes Benz CGI...
  • Overreving old Focus 21 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have a W reg 1.8 Ghia which has suddenly started overrevving - to 4,500 rpm. It is intermittent but getting worse and therefore no engine braking...
  • Honda Legend Insurance 7 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Following my recent experience with my insurance renewal, I thought I would share my findings. Having compared some 23 insurers and telephoned six independently,...
  • Astral calendar 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am currently running a petrol-engined Vauxhall Astra 1.6 16V Club purchased new on 30-6-2001. This has been serviced by an independent garage every 6...
 

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