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Goodwill on a failed Citroen C4 shock absorber 30 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Citroen C4 Picasso failed its first MOT having just turned 3 years old. It failed due to a serious leak on its rear offside shock absorber. The... -
VSA module issue on a Honda Accord 2 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Car went into Honda garage Aberdeens for repairs and when they went to reset code the VSA light came on, and I have been advised that I have to pay £1,600... -
When should I sell? 19 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
As we do 25,000 miles each year, a couple of years ago we bought a 5 year old Citroen C4 diesel for £5000 with 61,000 miles on the clock. Now, after... -
Buying a new small economical car -what would you recommend? 10 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my 11-year-old Astra which is costing too much. I am thinking about a small car which won't cost more than £8000 OTR. Ideally something... -
Battery keeps going flat 9 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am the owner of a 1999 Vauxhall Omega. The battery is continuously going flat. I have checked that the boot light is not faulty, disconnected the radio... -
Good customer service from Hyundai when my new ix35 was delayed. 8 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I ordered my new Hyundai ix35 some 11 weeks ago with a trade-in on my old car, a Land Rover 2. I have now sold that privately instead of trading it in.... -
What's the most reliable medium car since 2004? 14 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I would like to know what is the most reliable middle class car with a petrol engine since 2004? Is there any reliable research? -
Can you recommend a UK insurance company that offers a premium reduction for non-use? 11 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I visit the States twice a year for approx three months at a time. I have an old Lincoln town car there for which my insurance is reduced by half when... -
Ten out of ten 20 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I think I may have forgotten to thank you for your help. You recommend that I try the Hyundai i10 and I am now the proud and very please owner of one.... -
Edge fund 18 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
I'm a 47-year-old man with up to £4,000 to invest in a used car. I'm looking for a car with a sporty edge to it. Which top 5 used cars would you recommend... -
Hip hop 24 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
I had intended to buy the new Honda Jazz but discovered that it was slightly wider and not fully automatic. The old Honda Jazz, which we have will only... -
Which car offers comfortable seating, preferably a Vauxhall? 8 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are finding difficulties to get in and out of our 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 1.8 SXI. Seat adjustment is important now I am 75 and my wife will... -
I'd like a classic Mercedes-Benz - but not a convertible - what do you recommend? 25 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have recently retired and would like to own a classic car which I would run only in the summer months. I live in Scotland and salt on the roads is the... -
Buying a diesel BMW - is the 2.0 engine reliable? 22 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace my 15 year old Lexus IS 200. I’d like a used BMW (2014 model), either a 1 or 3 Series. However, I’d most likely go for the 2.0 diesel... -
What are the dangers of buying a low mileage Golf? 22 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I have been offered a low mileage 15 month old Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Tdi SE DSG by a franchised but non-Volkswagen dealer. The car is £15,000 and has 3500... -
We need a small MPV with good access for a dog - any suggestions? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a new car which our dog can easily climb into. We need something with an estate car-type seat arrangement, where the flat floor goes... -
What options are there or a safe car with decent space for teenagers? 29 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
Our current car is an old Citroen C4 which is fine apart from a lack of space with 2 adults and 3 children. One still in a child seat (and will be for... -
Is it smart to buy an ex-rental vehicle? 18 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm seeing ex-rental vehicles at considerably cheaper prices than those previously privately-owned - with similar specs. Should I be fearful of ex-rental... -
If I were to store a car and no longer drive it, what needs done in regards to documents? 15 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
My elderly aunt has decided that she no longer wishes to drive. She has a 25 year old Mini she has had from new with low mileage. The insurance expires... -
Which small car should I buy for £7000? 11 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace my 2007 Volkswagen Polo with a three year old much more economical small car. It must have air conditioning, five doors and take...