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Faults alarm 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
My wife downsized from a Vauxhall Zafira to a brand new '58 plate Mazda 2 1.3TS2 using Mazda Finance. The Mazda 2 was chosen for its reputation as being... -
Going out in slippers 24 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
Have you received reports of BMW 3 Series coupes lacking traction? Last week in Scotland my 335d completely failed to hold the road on a hill covered in... -
What EV do you suggest? 10 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in changing my Audi A3 TDI for a fully electric car. I need to be able to make monthly trips from north Essex to south London, Bournemouth... -
What low-insurance group car do you suggest for a new driver? 17 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
It's my first time buying a car. I will be driving a minimum 50 miles Monday to Friday, plus weekend use. What makes and models would you suggest? I need... -
Dealer has only offered a new PCP instead of letting me reject my faulty car - is this fair? 16 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 66-plate Volkswagen Golf 2.0 diesel DSG, which I purchased new. The car has had numerous faults including a new media unit and software fix, drivers... -
Industrial fallout on Skoda Octavia 15 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
We bought a new Skoda Octavia Estate in September 2014, and when we went to collect it we noticed it had small marks (dirt / drops) all round it. We pointed... -
What's the best car for a disabled driver? 23 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have severe upper limb mobility and struggle to drive even with a steering spinner as my Mini Clubman is so low. I cannot operate tailgates at all by... -
Is Cazoo any good? 13 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I’ve seen a selling site called Cazoo. I’ve not heard of it before. Is it reputable? -
Unsightly wheel weights on new Qashqai 18 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
My husband recently purchased a new Nissan Qashqai Ntec+. The car was registered by the dealer prior to being seen and when he went to collect the car... -
Friend hates their new car - can they return it? 20 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
A friend of mine purchased a Fiat Punto 1.4 automatic from an independent garage three days ago. My friend has only recently passed her test and only has... -
Buying a new small family car - which one would you recommend? 6 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
Can you advise on which 5 seat car would be the best option as a small family car? We have heard good things about the Ford 1 litre 3 cylinder engine,... -
London ULEZ charge - who is responsible for paying? 9 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
As a first-time car buyer I didn't know about the London ULEZ and bought the car through a dealership. I just realised that I have been given a penalty... -
Missing service history - should I demand a discount? 31 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2008 Honda CR-V last week. The dealer assured us it has a full service history. It now transpires there is no service history. The garage want... -
Buying a used Jaguar XF - which engine is best? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have just started a new business and need a large, automatic, diesel car that will eat the miles, return good fuel economy and also make a good impression... -
Can you give me some advice on buying a secondhand electric car? 5 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I always used to ask my dad these questions but sadly he passed away last year. I'm looking at possibly buying a secondhand Renault Zoe and wondered if... -
Insurer has lowered my car's write off valuation due to the dealer's mistake. What do you suggest? 14 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Ford S-MAX Titanium Sport 210hp from a Ford dealership four years ago. It was unfortunately written off recently and the insurance company phoned... -
We've got a 2006 Defender. Should we hang onto it or sell it? 14 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
We own a 2006 Land Rover Defender 90 TD5 (120,000 miles) and, unfortunately, due to higher road tax rates and congestion charges in clean air zones it'll... -
New Ka doesn't match the model in the brochure - what can I do? 25 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I took delivery of a brand new Ford Ka Titanium three weeks ago and I have been in dispute with the dealer ever since. The car is described in the brochure... -
New Audi A6 gasket problem 8 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Bought a new Audi A6 in June 2012 (in Finance). On 29 December 2012, we drove the car and after a mile we noticed a lot of white smoke getting out of the... -
Should I change to a new car? 17 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I hope you find this interesting and can help me understand my own numbers. I currently have 2003 Renault Scenic 1.6v Fidji, I've driven it since new and...