Showing results in  Ask HJ [Show all channels]

Sort by: Relevance | Newest first | Oldest first

  • How vulnerable is the Jazz to road damage? 29 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2004 Jazz ES, the radiators for the engine and air con are visible through the front bumper. Is there a mesh grill available to protect these...
  • Change of cam belt 13 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
    Can you please tell me if my car has a chain belt and if not when it needs to be changed. It has presently done less than 30k.
  • Is the Skoda Felicia reliable? 13 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I'm moving to Exeter for university in September and want to buy a used car for general use and the long journey back to Manchester every few months -...
  • Replacing a Smart with a different small automatic? 8 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to replace my smart passion as I need to transport a toddler. Want it to be as small as possible and an automatic so the Citroen C1 and Peugeot...
  • Nissan Juke - does this sound like a good deal to you? 19 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I got a deal for Nissan juke 1.6DIG-T Tekna CVT AWD (18000 miles, 2010 registration, £13500) in exchange for my Juke (2010, Acenta CVT, 32500 miles, valued...
  • Can I run my SUV without a spare wheel? 14 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I've just bought a 2012 Subaru XV, but it doesn't have a spare wheel. Should I buy one, or can I run an SUV without a spare?
  • Should I renew my PCP agreement? 19 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I own a KIA Sportage and am 12 months into a 42 month Personal Contract Purchase deal. My main dealer has asked me if I would like a brand new model (with...
  • Carrying bulbs in France when our car has Xenons. 14 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
    We're off to France in a few weeks & we are required to carry a kit of replacement bulbs with us. This is all well & good except our Mk5 Golf has Xenon...
  • Is the Dacia 4x4 good for towing? 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My husband is considering buying a Dacia 4x4 to replace our three-year-old Renault Megane Estate. It will be used locally, to tow our two-berth caravan...
  • Droning noise from engine 19 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Got a new noise coming from my car as of today. At around 20 it sounds like someone blowing air down a cardboard tube. As I accelerate it gets louder to...
  • Should I buy a Mitsubishi Colt? 30 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
    On paper the Colt seems to compare favourably on price, specification and build quality with the i10, Splash and Note, but does not seem to be rated by...
  • Tyre Noise Problem - Insignia Tourer 11 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I just purchased a year old Insignia Tourer SE diesel auto. Its done 8,500 miles and is fitted with Bridgestone Potenza 245/45/R18's. The road noise...
  • How can I flush the fuel from my Morgan 4/4 after storing it for nine months? 27 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
    After fitting a new battery, my little Morgan 4/4 started ok after hibernation. But it's not running sweetly and I put it down to tired petrol; 3/4 full...
  • Can I recommend Glassons garage in Camborne, Cornwall? 4 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I have been using this garage for over a year now, and they maintain my old and fairly reliable BMW 3 Series. Pricing is good, service is excellent - very...
  • Tweenage crush 25 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I would be interested to know is there any value in a trade-in for a Vauxhall Vectra 1600, date of registration 27.11.98, S registration, 85,000 mileage...
  • Do I need to tax my car if the VED rate is zero? 30 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
    I own a Skoda Citigo GreenTech which is tax exempt, do I have to reapply to keep free tax?
  • How do I know a new reg car isn't several months old? 1 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
    If you order a new 74 plate car how do you know that it was not sat in the forecourt for many months?
  • Are hire cars ULEZ compliant? 9 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
    A friend in Australia who is travelling to the UK asked me if hire cars are ULEZ compliant. Personally I would have thought so as they are unlikely to...
  • Where should we sell my father's classic Volkswagen Beetle? 6 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
    My father has a Volkswagen Beetle 1200cc which is reasonably good condition (for its age). At 96 he can no longer drive and wishes to sell the car. He...
  • Should I swap my old C220 CDI for a C350 petrol? 18 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
    I own a 2007 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI. A friend is selling his 2011 C350 petrol. I only do 5000 miles per year and my diesel is more economical to run, but...
 

Value my car

Save £75 on Warranty using code HJ75

with MotorEasy

Get a warranty quote

Save 10% on GAP Insurance

Use HJ10 to save on an ALA policy

See offer