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I'm about to go into 12 weeks isolation because of coronavirus- what should I do about tax and insurance? 24 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am 78 years old and for the next 12 weeks will be in isolation. My car will be garaged and not driven in those weeks. Where do I stand with regards to... -
Where can I sell my Jaguar? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am 73. I have been driving since I was 17 and in those years I have had many cars. However, I've never sold a car on the open market. When I had a new... -
Why is there no capital gains tax levied on motor cars? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
Regarding BN's letter "Chevy chaste", I don't know whether the capital gains tax rules in the USA are different, but in the UK there is no capital gains... -
Going abroad for two years - what should I do with my Nissan Qashqai? 1 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a one year old Qashqai petrol 1.6 bought from new. She is going abroad to work for two years and can't take the car. What is her... -
Starter car 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 17-year-old son passed his test very quickly and has saved up for a car. His maximum budget is £2,500. We have scoured local papers and local dealers... -
I'm trading in my car tomorrow - can I get a refund on the outstanding road tax? 1 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have decided to trade my 7-year-old Vauxhall in for a new one. I am collecting my new car tomorrow. I still have five months left to run on my tax disc.... -
What's the most cost effective way of insuring a new driver? 10 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm trying to get insurance cover for my son who has just passed his test. We had already lined up a car, knowing its past history. Although it was 16... -
Which petrol estate cars would you recommend for reliability, fuel economy and performance on a £12,000 budget? 21 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a petrol estate car, manual, up to 5 years old on a budget of £12,000. I'm looking for something reliable and economic, but also fun to drive.... -
A6 Avant S-Tronic: Is it better with Shell V-Power Nitro+? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
My previous car, a Grand C-Max 1.6 TDCI 11 reg, which I had since it was 11 months old, had no end of issues with the sensors in the EGR, dealt with under... -
What is causing this serious electrical fault in my Fiat 500? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I love my FIAT 500 Cabriolet, but it has been back to the dealers many times for the same problem. Every time I leave it a day or two without using it... -
Did potholes cause the death of a 16-year-old car passenger? 3 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
I wanted to comment on a truly shocking car accident inquest, yesterday, into a mother who hit a pothole while driving her car. The mother lost control... -
What shall I replace our Octavia with? 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
Another letter asking for your advice. I am an elderly lady, now the sole driver as my husband is not fit anymore. We have a 2005 2.0 litre diesel Skoda... -
Timings, they are a chaining 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I’m having a problem with Vauxhall and just wondered if you could give me your thoughts. I have a Vauxhall Zafira 2.2 SRI, registered 22.02.07 that has... -
Advice on buying a taxi? 10 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a new taxi for myself. Either a 2012 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI or Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI. Which one is better and economical? -
Will a nearly new diesel be difficult to sell on in the future? 3 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a secondhand (nearly new, maximum 12 months old) Ford Mondeo Estate. I'm not sure whether to go for petrol or diesel. Annual mileage is approximately... -
Nissan Note has electrical faults - has it got flood damage? 1 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a used (previously two owners) Nissan Note 10 days ago. It is now showing odd problems. The battery saving 'lights off function' suddenly failing... -
Do UK driving licences have age and power restrictions? 3 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
My daughter is 23 and has been driving cars ever since she passed her test five years ago. What is the highest horsepower limit for her to drive a car? She... -
My son's premium is high because of his postcode - is there any way to lower it? 16 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 25 year old son is being stung for car insurance because of his Central Manchester postcode, despite the fact that the car is kept in a secure underground... -
Insurance and pattern parts? 12 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
The time has come to renew my insurance with Direct Line and their policy wording now states that they may use parts not manufactured by the car maker.... -
I'll be three days late with service - is my FSH affected? 2 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
My car is just coming up to 3 years old and my 3rd annual service is due. My 3 year warranty expires on the same day. If I get my service done a few days...
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