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Which tyres for a Suzuki Swift SZ4? 14 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
Greetings. My wife has a Suzuki Swift SZ4 which is fitted with with Continental radials- 185/55R 16. These all have the usual Continental problem on this... -
Late service on car I'm interested in buying - should I still go for it? 9 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm interested in buying a 2013 Peugeot 5008 1.6 THP. It was last serviced at 25000m in Feb 2015, and has now done 46000m. The selling dealer is offering... -
What's the best first car for under £2000? 5 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm just getting ready to buy my first (used) car and despite my research I'm finding it a bit overwhelming. I live in the countryside in Wales and am... -
New Car Dilemma 24 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
HJ; have an approx. budget of £15-20,000 to spend; reliability ONLY requirement! What should I purchase from below; Toyota Yaris Toyota Auris Mazda... -
Good buy or not? 22 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have recently been offered a 2010 Toyota Rav 4 2.0 V-MATIC XT-R M-DRIVE S with a genuine 5,000 miles for £10K. I know it is a good car, but will it... -
Intelligent Motorist Pack 30 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
My 2014 Swift was serviced on Friday by the main dealers - they charged me £24.98 + vat for a "intelligent motorist pack". This turns out to be an engine... -
Ford C-MAX keeps stalling when idling 8 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
My Ford C-MAX petrol 57 plate runs well but keeps stalling when idling. It restarts okay. The Ford garage is unable to find a problem and nothing shows... -
How often should a car be driven? 4 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
My father has just had a triple bypass so won't be driving his car. How often do I need to drive it to maintain it? I am especially concerned about the... -
Skoda EGR valves 28 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
In March 2014 at 36,000 miles the EGR valve failed on my Skoda Superb and was repaired under warranty. In May 2015, the EGR valve has failed again at... -
Is my Ford Fiesta overheating? 18 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
My 2013 Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCI cooling fan often runs after the engine has been switched off even though the coolant temperature is normal. This sometimes... -
Dealer has offered to exchange my car - is this fair? 20 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
The dealership as offered to exchange my car after lying to me about its history but he said he is looking for the right one because my car would of gone... -
Seller refused to repair faulty car - what can I do? 15 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2005 Chrysler 300C for £7500 in March. A month later the swirl flap motor failed. The car has been at the dealer for a month now. The selling... -
Should I be worried about my car's DPF? 13 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am becoming increasingly concerned about potential problems with my Ford Mondeo's DPF. My 2008 car is used on weekdays on a 12 mile commute. The route... -
What van to use as an electrician? Must be small to medium size diesel for £750-£2000 7 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to try buy a small/medium van to use as a electrician diesel £750-£2000 budget What van is likely to be fairly cheap to run and maintain?... -
New car for retirement - please recommend 7 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am retiring in 6 weeks. I want a vehicle to transport wife, grandchildren, dogs and lots of luggage on holiday. I may also want to tow a small... -
Volkswagen Touareg - engine clatter 18 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is starting to make a clatter on start-up, which lasts for 30 seconds. My local dealer has said that nothing shows on diagnostics... -
Ford fiesta - what's the best engine? 9 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have a Citroen C3 that's now way past its best. I need to update and fancy the new 2014 Ford Fiesta. It will be used primarily for school runs and local... -
Does my Volkswagen have a DPF? 29 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have recently moved from France to Guernsey and from reading your Daily Telegraph column am concerned about potential DPF problems due to low usage.... -
Should my wife buy a Volkswagen Golf Bluemotion? 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife is thinking of changing her two-door car for a four-door and likes the look of Volkswagen Golf Bluemotion 2010/11, but a mechanic friend said they... -
Which hatchback for short journeys? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I drive 8000 to 9000 miles per year, mostly shortish distances. I have to replace my Honda Accord diesel. I would like a 4-door saloon or hatchback, petrol...
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