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Non swimmer 20 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
My daughter’s diesel SAAB 9-3 has had a catastrophic failure after passing through shallow water on the road. The breakdown man seemed to think that this... -
Mercedes blends 24 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a second-hand E Class Mercedes estate to replace a very old and dear friend. I have found an W211 E320 CDI Avantegard on a ‘54’... -
Is 4500 Euros a good price for a 1997 Ford Galaxy TDI? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm in negotiations to buy a 1997 Ford Galaxy TDI with all the equipment like air conditioning. I don't understand cars much, so is this a good car? What... -
Why does the RAC charge so much for arranging recovery with a third party recovery company? 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently damaged my radiator on a high kerb and called the RAC for assistance, not wishing to involve my insurers thinking costs would be relatively... -
Volkswagen Tiguan coil spring failure 12 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just experienced a rear coil spring failure on my VW Tiguan, fortunately it fell off in the garage. I have examined the spring and it looks... -
Ranging Bull? 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have seen a June 2001 Range Rover Bordeaux 2.5 diesel with 99k miles on the clock and full service history (14 stamps) from Land Rover service centres... -
Fusion feud 16 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2007 Ford Fusion 1.6 TDCi Zetec. I am quite pleased with the car, particularly the fuel economy, (around 60 mpg at the moment) and the car has... -
Will there be problems getting parts for a Honda FR-V in the future? 12 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a Honda FR-V. I am slightly concerned about getting parts in case of a breakdown. Honda discontinued the FR-V in 2011. Would finding... -
I'd like to buy a Mazda MX-5. What should I look out for? 23 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Hello John, I retire in 18 months. I have driven company cars for the last 30 years as a salesman, so have not actually owned or bought a car in that time.... -
Is there any cheaper option to insure my two teenage children on my car? 3 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have an 18 year old daughter 18 and 17 year old so, both with provisional licenses. I want to put them on the insurance policy so that they can learn... -
Replacement engine covered by new warranty? 16 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
After two ECU problems and breakdown recovery, Bentley are replacing the engine in the Mulsanne for which I am the chauffeur. I have asked the question... -
What car for winter driving? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I will be driving on country roads to work early mornings and evenings, and am worried about winter. I would like to buy a used car, which is female friendly... -
What's causing a noise to come from my Nissan Micra's clutch when starting? 15 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Nissan Micra Twister, S-reg (1998 model) manual, 1.0-litre engine. When I start it, pressing down the clutch pedal (whether in neutral or in gear),... -
Rattle shake 24 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I recently had my Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 16v played about with by various mechanics. They seem to have stopped it conking out but have not got rid of a certain... -
Will the Volkswagen extended warranty cover my broken EGR valve? 27 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My EGR valve has gone on my Volkswagen Jetta 2011 and the car has only 42,000 miles on clock . I took Volkswagen extended warranty, will this cover it? -
Winter or all season tyres for a BMW 328i? 28 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
The car is presently on Goodyear runflat tyres and has no spare wheel. If I can fit an ordinary set of winter or all weather tyres, then in the event... -
Boxster Knocked out 20 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
The engine in my un-thrashed 2004 2.7 Boxster, 23k miles, FSH (Porsche main dealer), has just suffered a catastrophic "bag of spanners” breakdown, whilst... -
Spinning plates 21 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying an Audi A4 convertible from a friend. It was first registered March 2005, petrol automatic with additional Sport pack, satnav and... -
What documents do I need to send to the DVLA upon the death of someone who owns a car? 16 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
As well as advising insurance and breakdown companies, what documents would the DVLA require upon the death of a driver who owns a car? -
Lexus deals on Drivethedeal 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
I recently saw that "Drivethedeal" are offering large savings on the Lexus IS220 SE. As these prices are less than say a Mondeo diesel or a Mazda 3 or...