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  • Alternative to Golf SV - what's out there? 25 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
    My current '04 Golf 5 has come to the end of its time at 151,000 miles. We quite like the look of the new Golf SV 1.6 diesel which we can get locally...
  • What's the best used estate for £13k? 18 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I want to buy a used estate car in preparation for my expanding family, but I'm not sure what the best option is. My budget is around £13,000 and I will...
  • Can you recommend a nearly new family hatch? 12 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    My wife has owned a Honda Jazz 1.4 from new for eight years and is looking for a replacement that is quieter, more comfortable and fuel efficient. The...
  • Buying a hot hatch - what's best? 24 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I am considering the MINI Cooper S - the new version yet to be released. But, using MINI's online configurator and adding 90% of the options on offer,...
  • Buying a new convertible - what's best? 23 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I need to buy a new car, but don’t know where to start. I’ve test driven a lot of cars and think I want a convertible. I want something stylish and quick,...
  • What's the best cleaning products for diesel engines? 22 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
    The emissions warning light is illuminated on my BMW 5 Series diesel. My local garage has said it is due to carbon deposits in the manifold and wants more...
  • Does the Mini have any DPF issues? 22 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My wife has bought a 2012 Mini Countryman with a diesel engine. She does about 3000 miles a year on local trips; what problems can she anticipate with...
  • What’s the age limit for a tyre? 28 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I had four new Michelin tyres (205/60R15) fitted to my 1998 BMW 323i Coupe in 2009. Since then I have only covered 14,000 miles, yet comments from a recent...
  • Which second hand roadster should I buy? 20 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I want to buy a second hand roadster and have narrowed down my choice to the following two cars: 1) 2002 Porsche Boxster S 2) 2003 BMW Z4 What’s...
  • Which SUV do you recommend with step-up entry and automatic transmission? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I am now in my 80's and drive a BMW 3 Series. This is quite low slung for entry and I am thinking of changing to an SUV or similar with step-up entry....
  • Can you turn of daytime running lights? 21 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I recently purchased a BMW 320i SE which has daytime running lights which I am told by the dealer that you cannot turn off. I understand why you might...
  • 4x4 for £10,000 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to buy a 4x4. It will be used for commuting and general driving but also going up and down a mile long pot holed drive four times a day and...
  • Changing from SEAT Leon 2.0 TFSI-what would you recommend? 28 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I'd like to change my 6year old (50k) SEAT Leon 2.0 TFSI FR within the next year. I don't do big miles but would like something a bit more economical,...
  • Jeepest item free 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Our Jeep was recently stolen from the drive. It was very old 1995 and not worth more than about £500. My husband has a protected no claims bonus and an...
  • Looking for a comfortable saloon for long journeys 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have a six year old Subaru Forester and a 13 year old Volkswagen Passat saloon. I intend to keep the Subaru and change the Passat. Can you recommend...
  • Is a 2004 Range Rover worth having? 14 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to buy a 04 plate Range Rover TD6 Vogue 2.9L with 73k miles on the clock. AA inspection (which was excellent service) gave generally v good...
  • Replacing a high mileage Volvo 13 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Replacing current car - my car is a 2004 Volvo V70T5, with 273,000 miles on the clock. While the engine is strong, the autobox is starting to wear. I have...
  • Which tyre size for an X1? 25 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    A friend is buying a BMW X1, due for delivery in October. I asked him if he knew which profile tyres he was getting and he though that it would have 18...
  • Company car scheme or cash contribution? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Many years ago I swapped my company car for a £500 per month taxable company contribution. Now my company is trying to persuade all "cash takers" to rejoin,...
  • What luxury used car? 27 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have a passion for cars and appreciate aesthetic beauty and detail. I drive a 2007 BMW 330 D SE Coupe but my parents are quite elderly now and I can...
 

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