The 2013 Clio Estate - will we get it in the UK?

I have read some cracking reviews online of the 2013 Clio Estate, but understand that Renault won't ever sell it in the UK. Does HJ know if that is a final (albeit barmy) decision from Renault? If so...

Which car to replace a Renault Modus to tow a caravan?

We have a 2006 1.6 Modus, which we use for towing a 700kg caravan. We do 9000-10,000 miles a year but I have a nasty feeling it will need a new clutch before long. The size of car is perfect as we only...

Where is best to sell our Rover 75 and Renault Clio?

We have had two cars for years, a small local run-around and a larger one for longer trips. Now both over 80 and disliking driving long distances, we want to reduce to one car for all our requirements....

Problem with 'trade sale' - Car not starting four days after sale.

I bought a Renault Clio (2002) DCi diesel with 59,000 miles on the clock from an independent dealer for £1,500 - at the higher end of valuations, in line with the low mileage. The dealer said it was a...

Small cars with moveable rear seats?

Can you advise me of any small, five-door family cars that include a rear seat that is moveable while upright/erected? I have found the Nissan Note has this feature. Low insurance grouping is important,...

Stiff seat recliner wheel

Most modern cars have stiff and awkward plastic wheels at the base of the seat-back to adjust the recline angle. Release levers are far easier to operate, especially for the weak or elderly, but have fallen...

Best family car for £15000 - £16000?

I am looking to replace my 54 plate Renault Scenic 1.5d with a large family car. I am open to hatch, estates, people carriers or SUV's. Has to be diesel and as new as possible with some warranty. What...

What are my consumer rights against a one-man trader?

I bought a car from an individual that trades Clios from his home and works as a mobile mechanic. He sold me the car for £595 - a bargain. I asked him about all areas of the car he advised me it had...

Does my warranty cover a catastrophic engine failure?

I have an extended warranty with Renault covering my 2008 Espace. Recently the engine has destroyed a con rod and big end shells resulting in the wreckage of the entire unit due to metal particles throughout...

I want my car repaired after a no-fault accident

Royal Mail have admitted liability for driving their lorry into me while I was parked on Wednesday just gone. I called them yesterday morning and told them that my insurers had arranged repair and that...