Showing results in
Ask HJ [Show all channels]
Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first
-
I had the cam belt on my car changed seven years ago - does it need another one now it's hit 60,000 miles? 19 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2013 Renault Clio 1.4 and it has done just shy of 60,000 miles. It's already had a cam belt change seven years ago (25,000 miles ago). Will it... -
Could you advise on a car for commuting to London? 11 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 2011 Renault Megane but, due to a promotion, now drive into central London daily. The running costs of the Megane and the low mpg make... -
Need a used car with lots of storage 5 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
I need a used car with a larger boot to cope with our four children and dog. We go on regular camping trips and always carry lots of equipment. The new... -
Buying a Nissan Qashqai - diesel or petrol? 19 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a Nissan Qashqai that's 1-2 years old. I'm not sure whether to go for the 1.5dci or 1.6 petrol. I do around 8-10k miles a year and... -
Which wax should I use for my new white car? 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
After looking at and test driving a lot of small and medium hatchbacks to replace our now three year old BMW 1 Series, we have ordered a new Renault Clio... -
Are there any cars with sliding doors that fit three child seats? 8 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I want a car or MPV with sliding doors for a family of three kids and two adults. I currently have a Ford S-MAX and we can get three child seats in the... -
What's a good starter classic on a tight budget? 5 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have wanted to dip my toe into the classic car scene for a long time. I have a budget of £500 to £800 to get a starter car. I am open to anything so... -
What's the best second-hand long wheelbase van? 18 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a second-hand long wheelbase van such as a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or Renault Master and want advice as to the best make for reliability,... -
A car with room for three child seats 10 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
We currently own a Renault Scenic Grand, 2.0l petrol Automatic 55 plate We would like to buy and younger, more economical car but are limited by need... -
Which comfortable SUV with lots of boot space could I replace my X-Trail with? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've had a 2.2 litre diesel X-Trail since new in late 2002 when I retired early. It’s a fantastic car and has given me no trouble whatsoever in all that... -
Which car could I buy through Motability which has a high seat for easy access? 2 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am disabled, 69 years young, six feet tall. I am having increasing difficulty getting up from a standard saloon car driver's seat, even at the highest... -
Mille miglia 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
We are retired and own two cars: a Jan 99 BMW 318iSE and a Feb 07 Jazz. We keep the BMW for three or four 1,000mile round trips to visit relatives down... -
Smokers 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
Very often I read that you personally own a model of the car under consideration, and it makes me wonder how many cars you own, and what they all are?... -
How do I clean the air conditioning in my car? 10 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
How do I clean the air conditioning in my car? -
Can my wife drive my car even if I remove her as a named driver? 19 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of changing my insurance policy by taking my wife off the policy as a named driver as it will be cheaper. If I let her drive the car with... -
There are problems with a car I have put a deposit on - what should I do? 18 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
Having laid down a £100 deposit on a 2009 Renault Koleos it subsequently failed the MoT on rear suspension arms. The garage owner says he is struggling... -
Should I get a petrol or diesel SUV? 14 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm considering buying a Mercedes-Benz GLB but I'm yet to decide which option is better, the 200 petrol or the 200d diesel one. I'm a normal all-round... -
I put AdBlue in my diesel tank - why do manufacturers put the caps so close together? 15 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I've accidentally put AdBlue in my diesel tank, which seems to be a really bad thing (possibly worse than petrol in a diesel car). Why do Renault put the... -
Need a small car that can carry my golf clubs 28 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a new small car, which is large enough to accommodate my golf clubs. Ideally the car would be 1800mm in width including wing mirrors to fit... -
What would you suggest is a reasonable payout for our written-off Clio? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Last Thursday morning my daughter crashed her 2007 Clio 1.2 Sport with 33,000 miles showing. The insurers, Quote Me Happy, arranged for the car to be collected...

