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  • DAB radio traffic announcements 13 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2013 BMW 328i with a DAB/FM radio. In FM mode I can receive traffic announcements without any difficulty. However I don't receive them in DAB...
  • Engine issues when petrol low 11 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I have a BMW 116 2006 model where everything seems to be fine until petrol is low the symptoms start to show. First the engine management light will come...
  • What's the best car for the mobility impaired? 1 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
    We currently run BMW Tourer but my husband (non driver, 6 ft) is strugginlg with poor mobility and uses a walking frame and wheelchair. We need to change...
  • Is this used 5 Series a good buy? 6 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
    Am seriously thinking of buying a BMW 520 SE automatic got £18,990 with 28,000 miles on the clock. My only problem is it's had two owners which seems...
  • Roof discolouration - is this a warranty item? 19 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have just bought a 2013 BMW 320D and after giving it a proper clean this weekend I have found a discoloured area about 12 by 6-inches in the centre...
  • Wind noise on new 3 series model 13 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have just bought a 62 plate 320 x drive and I immediately noticed the high levels of wind noise above 50 mph. On line forums have many comments about...
  • Buying a used saloon - Honda Accord or Peugeot 508? 28 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to spend £10,000 on a comfortable reliable saloon. I don't fancy the rear-wheel drive of a BMW and am considering a 2009 Honda Accord (petrol...
  • Replacing a 2.0 TDCI Titanium Mondeo 3 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to replace a 2.0 TDCI Ford Mondeo. I drive approx 14,000 miles a year. Mainly the 20 mile run to work on a dual carriageway. I have a flexible...
  • Buying a used executive car - what's best? 20 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am a weekend commuter and cover around 700 miles a week. I have a number of old back injuries and comfort is a priority for me. I don't have a huge budget,...
  • Buying a car for £2500 - which is best? 30 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have a budget of £2500 to buy a pre-march 2001 car for the tax break. I would want a medium to large car with four seats and automatic gearbox. I’m thinking...
  • Are there any known faults with the Skoda 1.4 TSI engine? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Might I ask you for your advice on the 1.4 TSI engine? Does it have any inherent faults? I am considering buying a new Octavia Estate, and having run BMWs...
  • Buying a luxury car for less than £7000 3 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I've been rooting around trying to find a 'luxury' but affordable car. I thought I'd ask a pro as I am struggling with the scattered information on the...
  • Buying a used X5? 31 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I'm considering a BMW X5 used but I am unsure which model is cheapest to run (re road tax + fuel). My main use is around town with occasional twice...
  • Which new luxury car is a good deal at the moment? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have been looking at purchasing a new, luxurious compact car (e.g. Mercedes, Lexus, BMW, etc.) In the light of the present economic conditions, what...
  • What to buy 26 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My friend is looking at changing her 09 Golf 1.4 tsi for a new car. She likes the new Audi A3 hatchback however it's slightly too big for her garage (which...
  • Selling a quality older car 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2001 BMW 530i which has been owned from new with only 20000 miles on the clock. The car is immaculate. Where is the best place to find out what...
  • How to stop us misfuelling? 5 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    On your recommendation, we've just bought a Yaris diesel. Many people seem to have filled their car with petrol by mistake. Although we've had diesels...
  • Mini One Steering Rack & Power Steering Pump 13 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    The power steering pump and steering rack on my sister's low mileage 2004 Mini One 1.6 petrol, manual, convertable have gone and need replacing. Do you...
  • What evidence do you use to recommend premium fuels? 13 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    What evidence enables you to recommend certain fuels to your readers who are worried about supermarket fuels?
  • Tyres perishing after being left in sun - can they be recovered? 11 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have a BMW X5 in Spain that spends long periods sat in the sun. The car has completed 16,000km over the past four years and the tyres are cracking on...
 

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