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Executor decision 24 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
A friend and client is executor of a deceased relative’s estate and obliged to realise assets for fair value. Amongst them is a Mercedes E280 Auto Estate... -
Shifting circumstances 20 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I've driven manual shift cars all of my driving life, more than 30 years so far. I'm 52. I'm thinking about exchanging my mid-sized manual for two cars,... -
Ferrous ox ire 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I put a deposit on a Hyundai 1.6 CRDI Comfort 58 pre Reg with 30 miles on the clock. It was a very good price: £9,799 at Hyundai/SEAT Dealers Coupers of... -
What is the best way to drive an automatic car? 4 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
What are the dos and don'ts of driving an automatic car? -
Why won't my car start? 7 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
My 2010 Nissan Juke will not start. The keyfob works but the ignition doesn't work at all. When pushing start button as usual, it just doesn't start. What... -
Audi A4 Avant - should I keep or sell? 13 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2010 Audi A4 Avant 3.2 which is superb and is the fourth car I've had with the VR6 engine. I'm heading for semi-retirement so wondering whether... -
Renault Megane petrol won't start 3 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Renault Megane is suffering from an intermittent engine fault. It was sporadic at first, but is getting more frequent and the engine takes between minutes... -
How do I prepare a car for long term storage? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
I will be out of the country for three months at the end of the year and have to store my Mercedes-Benz CLK outdoors under a good sheltered car porch.... -
What is causing a strange noise from offside front wheel? 5 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have recently purchased a used Toyota Aygo from a local Toyota dealer. The car has 7800 miles and cost me £9,900. It seems to function properly, except... -
Can you ride an electric scooter or hoverboard on the pavement in the UK? 20 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
I just read an email from you in which there is a review of the Micro Sparrow electric kids scooter. A few days ago, I received an email from Surrey Police... -
Do all Audi S-Tronics suffer from erratic acceleration? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I took delivery in April 2012 of a new Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro with a retail price circa £53,000. This car is fitted with a DSG/S-tronic transmission... -
BMW Approved Used scheme - has my car been serviced properly? 31 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I purchased an approved used BMW (2006 330i Touring M Sport) from a BMW dealer in August 2012 which I have two questions about; 1/ It has come to light... -
Problem with VW Polo electronic gear box 30 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volkswagen Polo and I have had problems with the vehicle not responding to the accelerator following a period after the vehicle slows down. The... -
What would you suggest as a replacement for a Kia Picanto? 29 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
My wife is looking to replace her 2015 Kia Picanto for something with a little more power. She'd like something of a similar size, but with an automatic... -
How can I prevent my tyres getting damaged by potholes? 3 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
MY 2022 BMW M340i Touring failed its first mot yesterday. Yes, you’ve guessed, pothole damage to the front near side tyre. This will be the third tyre... -
How much will my 1995 Ford Mondeo Ghia X be worth? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a Ford Mondeo Ghia X, 1995 with a 6 cylinder, 2.5l engine. It has done about genuine 70km with new driveshafts, suspension, clutch, starter, windscreen,... -
Why does the cruise control on our Ford Fiesta fail intermittently? 10 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a 2020 Fiesta Vignale (125) with 18,000 miles. She has a persistent problem with both cruise control and stop-start which often doesn't work.... -
I've been driving fewer miles, should my car still have an annual service? 14 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a 65 plate Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI. Due to Covid it hasn't done as many miles as usual. It had its MoT in October 2021 which it passed without issue.... -
My mileage has dropped, should I switch to a petrol car? 31 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2017 Nissan N-Connecta 1.5DCI with 48,000 miles on the clock. Due to a change in circumstances I no longer need to make a 20-mile journey twice... -
Can you recommend a reliable small crossover? 16 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
After owning two Honda Civics that were bulletproof in terms of reliability, I bought a Honda HR-V new in 2016. The car has only done 29k miles but I have...