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My garaged car has mildew on the seats. How do I get rid of it? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
Hi. I have a 2004 Peugeot 206cc which has been stored in a garage over the winter months. Once a month I start the car, operate the electric roof etc... -
What classic makes and models are the easiest to source spare parts for? 8 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I'd like your opinion about the classic car spare parts market, above all for 25 to 35 years old models. What brands or models do you suggest avoiding... -
Axle springer 18 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
I would like to raise a very serious issue over the safety of coil springs Last week, I was driving home from work at about 4 pm in my 46,000 mile 2004... -
Should I service my car annually or based on mileage? 4 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have purchased a Toyota Yaris Hybrid which is covered by manufacturer's warranty of 10yrs/100,000miles, if the car is serviced every 10,000 miles. As... -
Why have no claims discounts reduced? 8 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have just renewed the insurance on our car. The renewal premium was quoted at £211 as against £142 for last year - a rise of nearly 50%. On examination,... -
What's the best four seat convertible with four-wheel drive? 28 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
My daughter's four year lease on a Range Rover Evoque ends in March 2024. She is looking to replace it with a four-seater convertible and doesn't want... -
What's the best first car for a 17 year old? 12 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
My grandson's family are considering purchasing a car for a 17 year old, the budget is £6000 to £8000. Which car would you recommend and suggest they look... -
Lack of steering wheel adjustment on Citroen C5 X? 25 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
I test drove the new Citroen C5 X the other week and it was everything I'd hoped it would be. However, I am perplexed on why a car with its prestige aspirations... -
Can you recommend a reliable family car for £1000? 19 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm currently looking for a second car that can double up as daily transport for short local journeys and taking the family and dog on local outings. We're... -
What is the cheapest way to insure a van for a young, self-employed tradesman? 27 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 19 year old son is just about to qualify as a carpenter and needs a van because he will be self-employed. Please can you advise the best type of van... -
Buying a small car - Polo or 208? 20 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I’m considering replacing my 2007 Ford Fiesta 1.6 Petrol with either a Volkswagen Polo R Line or a Peugeot 208 GT Line. Both seem to have some advantages... -
Are Powershift DC being phased out in favour of torque converter boxes? 20 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of replacing my Ford Mondeo with something newer. I would like an automatic Ford, but am coceredn about the long term reliability of the... -
Buying a new hatchback 15 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
My wife wants to buy her first car as she got the driving licence just last week. She has a automatic only licence. What do you recommend? We are thinking... -
Need a family car for £10k - what do you suggest? 12 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I’m looking to buy a used car, either a Ford Focus or Fiesta, which will cope with our growing family. I drive around 200 miles per week to work (60% motorway... -
Need a family MPV for £4000 27 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
We are selling our beloved Citroen Berlingo (great MPV, but a stiff clutch and terrible economy around town) and want to buy a new family car that is better... -
Buying a family friendly diesel estate for £6000 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are looking to buy a family diesel estate for around £6000. We are not rich people so reliability, practicality and fuel economy is very important;... -
How can I keep an old cheap car going? 11 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
My runabout is a 26 year-old Corsa, approaching a genuine 60K. I bought it for £240 8 years ago from an old chap who had started to bump into other cars... -
My son needs a car that can take three child seats, what are his options? 21 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
My son has already has a daughter and is now expecting twins. What cars can fit three child seats side by side, and do these have to be Isofix fittings? -
I was involved in an accident, but my vehicle was barely damaged - should I tell my insurer? 20 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I was stopped on a slip road waiting to merge onto a duel carriageway. A car then ran into the back of my motorhome. There was a huge bump to his bumper... -
My car won't start - can you help me? 29 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
My car has problems starting. A mechanic replaced the straight front exhaust pipe and after a couple of weeks the car doesn't start. The mechanic tells...
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