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  • Wiring in door open switches Escort 97. 10 Sep 2006 (Forum)
    Hi it?s always bugged me a little that Ford were so cheap that they didn?t bother putting door open switches on the back doors. I noticed that these switches seem pretty easily available for a few quid and wondered how easy it is to wire them in?
  • Totally unrealsitic dealer values 20 Jan 2004 (Forum)
    My local Ford dealer has had a base spec 1.3 escort (S reg) sitting on its forecourt for almost six months now with a screen price of £3999. A quick look at price guides suggest he will do well to get half this for it, yet the price has not changed at all.
  • Dealer wants £700 for a new sat nav SD card 26 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I purchased a Mazda 6 Sport Nav last year. Last week I lost the Satnav SD Card and when seeking a replacement I was quoted £700 by both my Main Dealer...
  • Mazda 2.0 Skyactive - Mazda 3 2015 Skyactive Warranty 22 Sep 2025 (Forum)
    Hello all Honest John Forum fans! I’m the proud owner of a 2015 Mazda 3, which so far seems a solid car. I like it very much. The only thing I’ve noticed is that it feels happiest cruising at 70mph – it doesn’t seem to settle as well at 50–60mph on motorways.
  • Mercedes-Benz A-Class Saloon - Consumer Rights Act 2015 - Finance Co. says NO 22 Feb 2025 (Forum)
    However, MBFS has stated that since a resolution was accepted for these defects, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 no longer applies in my case to other defects. Additionally, the vehicle was not equipped with an essential software patch prior to the sale; this update was released in April 2024, yet the vehicle was delivered to me in November 2024.
  • Can you recommend a garage to fix my Nissan Qashqai? 2 Feb 2023 (Ask HJ)
    My 2015 Nissan Qashqai has a problem. The valve on the cylinder head is causing problems. Cylinder 3 has no compression. I’m looking for an inexpensive...
  • 2015 VW Golf 1.6TDi - Golf 1.6 TDI whistling noise 2 Aug 2018 (Forum)
    Hi guys - sorry if its in the wrong section. I have a VW Golf 1.6TDi 2015 and i've recently been getting a whistling type noise which is heard at all gears at any revs with windows closed.  I have linked a video that I have just taken which I hope helps, so people may be able to suggest and advise if anything serious?
  • Audi A3 Sportback - Audi A3 2015 with cracked tyres 18 May 2016 (Forum)
    I have an Audi A3 which was bought new in August 2015 and has approximately 7000 miles on the clock. The tyres are Dunlop Sport Maxx I recently had a slow puncture from a nail and on visiting Kwik Fit to have it repaired, they advised that all four of my tyres had cracks within the central tread running around the circumference of the tyre.
  • Auction visit 3 Apr 2024 (Forum)
    Just needed a good valet inside made £22,000 plus £1,600 fees - if a private buyer. Too much money. 2015 Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSi SE 5dr - 54,000 miles. Tidy car but had poorly matched o/s wing repaint. Made £5,500 plus fees. Good car for someone who’s not too fussy. 2017 VW Golf 1.6 TDi S 5dr 103,000 miles but tidy and with good history.
  • New Touran 10 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Having waited ages for VW to put the new CR Diesel engines in the facelifted Touran, and finally give a decent choice of interior leather trim colours,...
  • Ford Focus 1.6 running rough - why? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I have recently bought a Ford Focus MK2 1.6 Duratech and it is now running very rough, it struggles to start but once started it idles rough however does...
  • Is a faulty thermostat causing my 1999 Ford Fiesta to overheat? 5 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
    My 1999 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec has started to overheat once in a while. Every now and then the temperature gauge flicks into the red. The warning light...
  • Dodge Challenger 2015 - What brakes do I need to replace? 1 May 2021 (Forum)
    Recently took car in for recall, and they gave me this piece of paper: https://i.imgur.com/eSntAEF.jpg I'm a complete i****, can someone tell me:...
  • Hyundai i40 1.7 diesel (2015) - Battery keeps dying 11 Jan 2021 (Forum)
    Hi all my Dads i40s battery keeps draining, over the past month I have replaced the battery, and alternator but still every morning the battery is stone...
  • KIA Sportage 2015 - Headlight conundrum 24 Aug 2018 (Forum)
    Dipped headlight not working on NS so replaced bulb only to find still no dipped light. Checked bulb installed another new bulb just be sure. Same result. ...
  • Honda Jazz - Car tax situation with purchasing a car before Oct 14 Sep 2014 (Forum)
    I am looking at purchasing a 12 plate Honda Jazz this week from a franchised dealer.It currently is taxed until 1st April 2015. If I buy the car shortly will I have to retax the vehicle come 1st October or will the existing VED last until April 2015? Thanks in advance.
  • Honda Jazz - How to sell my car at the best price 6 Jan 2021 (Forum)
    any tips on getting the max price for my car! 
  • Should I buy a 2015 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate? 26 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
    I am considering purchasing a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate E220 auto. It is a 2015 model with 55,000 miles, one owner, full Mercedes-Benz main dealer service...
  • What's the best car for a family with two children? 2 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
    My London-based son and his family need to replace their problematic Mazda CX-5 in a hurry. They need a car to accommodate their two small children and...
  • Rising cramp 1 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
    My Volvo XC70 SE D5 AWD is 30 months old and has done 26,500 miles. I've just received two recall notices. One for a software upgrade because the oil level...
 

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