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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... -
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... -
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... -
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... -
What family car what would you recommend ? 30 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a family car. We have a Ford C-MAX but it is old. We often ferry kids around but do not require a massive seven-seater. We loved the... -
Is it worth buying a classic car from Japan and importing it to the UK? 17 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
Is it worth buying a classic car from Japan? What duty will I pay? -
Are there exemptions for classic cars from the ULEZ in London? 18 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
What exemptions are available to enthusiasts using 25+-year-old cars as daily drivers as ULEZ expands in London and with other cities contemplating introducing... -
What's a good first car for a 17-year-old? 17 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
My granddaughter (aged 17) will soon be starting to drive. What used small car would you recommend for her as a new driver taking into account vehicle... -
My car was registered in March 1979 - when is it tax free? 8 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
My car was registered in March 1979. When is it tax free? -
What do you think is the best classic sports car to buy? 23 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
My wife’s best friend will reach a milestone birthday shortly and her husband has offered to buy her a Healey 3000. Her last sports car was a MGF. What... -
My car's battery is discharging when it's shut down and stationery - any advice? 22 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
My Ford Mondeo's battery is discharging when it's shut down and stationery. It is a new battery, but the car is nine years old, with 53,000 miles on the... -
Cheap used car 4 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
A good friend of mine is selling a 2001 Citroen Xsara 2.0 Automatic Petrol for £500. The car is in a very good state. Should I go for it? -
Which car to replace an old Jazz? 15 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
My sister-in-law had an older Ford Focus that was ultra reliable and would like something of a similar size, because the new Focus is a little larger and...