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Is 4500 Euros a good price for a 1997 Ford Galaxy TDI? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm in negotiations to buy a 1997 Ford Galaxy TDI with all the equipment like air conditioning. I don't understand cars much, so is this a good car? What... -
Must I continue to pay off the loan on a car I'm scrapping? 14 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have an old car which has a loan secured against it. The engine has blown up and the car is really only fit for scrap. However the outstanding loan amount... -
Vexed demo 27 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
Why can one not take delivery of a demo model car until it is 3 months old? I have just agreed a part-exchange for a car registered 31st March 2009 but... -
Is a cam belt covered under an extended warranty? 16 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy an eight-year-old Citroen C4 Picasso from a main dealer. The cam belt hasn't been changed and the dealer says it is not due until 10... -
Scrappage after accident, why not in every case? 30 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
A car crashed into the back of my rather old Toyota Hilux a few weeks ago. The other driver admitted liability and my insurer has written it off Cat D.... -
I replaced the bumper on my Mercedes SL but the fog lights don't fit, when did they change? 28 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
My car a 2002 Mercedes SL500 was stolen and crashed so I bought a salvage bumper and it fitted perfectly but the old spot lights didn't fit at all do you... -
Which petrol car has the best MPG? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to purchase a 3-4 year old car. What is the best petrol vehicle that provides 55 miles to the gallon? -
Should I be wary of buying a high mileage car? 7 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a 2008 petrol Ford Mondeo with 151,000 on the clock. The vehicle is quite tidy but I'm worried as the mileage is high. What should... -
What's the best van based car or van for under £3000? 25 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
What's the best van based car or van for under £3000 suitable for carrying a couple of dog cages and towing a small lightweight trailer? -
Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? 4 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? I'm considering a Honda FR-V. -
Buying a used 5 Series - should I wait for the new model? 27 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a one or two year old BMW 5 Series Touring 520i. I understand that the new 5 Series will be launched in 2017 (saloon in January... -
Vauxhall Lifetime Warranty - why doesn't it cover broken springs? 27 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a Zafira Tourer with Vauxhall's Lifetime Warranty. The car is less than four years old, with 39k miles on the clock. However, when a broken spring... -
Is the mk1 Honda Jazz a reliable car? 20 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a used Honda Jazz (mk1), with a manual or automatic gearbox. Do you recommend this car at all? If so, which engine is best for economy and... -
Audi A6 Avant electric window problems 1 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
My car is a 2012 Audi A6 Avant, which I bought from a local Audi dealer when it was six months old. Today, the driver's side window stopped working. Should... -
Best used family car for £5k? 21 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
My friend has about £5000 to spend on a used family car. She currently drives a new generation VW Beetle which she loves so she would prefer something... -
What would you consider is a 'high mileage' car? 29 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
What would you consider as high mileage in a car? Are some marques likely to be capable of higher mileages than others? -
Need a replacement for Rover 75 15 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have to replace my Rover 75. Ideally, I'd like a car with a similar level of comfort to my Rover (leather seats, air con) with similar handling and economy.... -
Should I repair my car before selling it? 9 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have just ordered a new Kia Cee'd diesel and propose to sell my 2007 Peugeot 207 SE HDi 90 privately. The car was bought from new, has full service history... -
Can I recommend vinegar for removing smells from cars? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I note the email on Saturday 20 July regarding the smell of stale smoke in cars. An old and tested way to rid a vehicle of smells is to place a saucer... -
Central locking problems with an old Leon 4 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have an X-Reg SEAT Leon. When I lock the car with the key fob it locks all of the doors OK but when I walk away the car then unlocks its self and sends...
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