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What are the pitfalls of buying a nearly-new car? 29 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
What would be the downside of buying a six-month old car from a main dealer with only 100 miles on it? It would still be covered by the bulk of its warranty... -
Can you recommend a hybrid family car? 8 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a Hyundai Santa Fe diesel. We only use one car in our family and work from home so do our daily school trips and occasional trips no more... -
Can I drive my car without tax during the coronavirus outbreak? 7 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have March 1979 registered car, which became a historic vehicle this year. Tax ran out 31 March 2020. Followed instructions on DVLA website and took... -
The clutch in my newly bought Volkswagen Golf R is slipping - is the dealer we bought it from liable to pay for the repairs? 28 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a manual Volkswagen Golf R 2016 at 7500 miles in September this year. I'm the second owner. The clutch has started to slip when going through... -
My insurer refuses to suspend my policy while I get a new car - what do I do now? 26 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I was recently involved in an accident which wrote off my car. I've notified my insurer without claiming and the third party hasn't claimed either (I suspect... -
Undisclosed faults on used car - what are my rights? 4 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2008 Vauxhall Zafira from a local garage in January this year. I was aware of a couple of minor cosmetic issues but this was to be expected... -
Peugeot 308 SW fault code - *Engine fault risk of filter clogging* 29 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Peugeot 308 SW (2012 model) has a problem. When I start up it flashes as *Engine fault risk of filter clogging*. I've had the car serviced and a... -
Mazda 3 v SEAT Leon - which car is best? 7 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a new hatchback to replace my old Vauxhall Astra. However, I can’t choose between the Mazda 3 or SEAT Leon. I also cannot decide between... -
What's the catch with Volkswagen's ENsurance accident management? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have just put a deposit on a new Volkswagen Golf 1.4TSI SE, and intend to pay for it on delivery. On reading the brochure there is a section headed Volkswagen... -
Car repaired by main dealer 18 months ago - and now the same fault has reappeared 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
During a service in July 2008, the main dealer noticed oil in the expansion tank and the oil cooler had to be replaced and engine flushed (£800 of which... -
Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.4 MA TCT - Economy 2 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I finally got my factory ordered Giulietta 1.4 MA TCT car 4 days back and so far have driven 400 miles (300miles of 400 on the motorway), however my economy... -
Can accident management companies be avoided following an accident? 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
Your excellent column in Saturday's Telegraph exposes some serious issues, exemplified by MM of Hawick (13-08-11). Can you recommend a best procedure for... -
I bought a used Citroen C1 that was advertised as being PDI'd and serviced - but it hadn't. What can I do? 30 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a 58-reg Citroen C1 from a dealer for my son. It came with service history showing that a service had been done and stamped by the dealer... -
My Mazda Eunos's suspension collapsed after an MoT - is the MoT tester liable? 27 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a 14-year-old Mazda Eunos. The car came with a brand new mot and 6 months tax. The MoT was carried out on 20 May 2010 and will run out... -
Clever Tever 22 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Bearing in mind recent discussion on the Teves Mk 60 ABS system, I have a two-year-old Altea XL 2.0 DSG with which I am very happy and had intended to... -
Scrapper flow 17 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I must admit to being relieved that the scrappage scheme is near the end and that normality should return to the car market. Although it seems to be a... -
Glass action 5 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
The front section of the glass roof of our Audi A2 has broken. An Audi dealership quoted £3,000 for a replacement. Ludicrous, but we should like to keep... -
Part-vexed 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a Ford car, and decided to trade my wife's Hyundai Coupe in part exchange. I thought the dealer's offer for the Coupe seemed rather low.... -
I'm giving my car to my daughter - how can we avoid losing a month's tax? 20 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
I am about to give my daughter my car. I have taxed it to the end of the month. As soon as she registers it in her name she will have to pay tax from the... -
How reliable is the Subaru Forester? 22 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’ve spotted a 2010 Subaru Forester for sale for £10,000. The car has covered 70,000 miles and looks to be in good condition. Can I expect problems with...
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