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• Best torque converter automatics 22 Dec 2023 (Forum)
  Hi there, I am looking for recommendations on used cars that still have a traditional torque converter auto gearbox and are reliable? Budget max £10k and small hatchback or similar Didn't like the semi automatic on previous car, hence the search for torque converter gearbox
• Toyota Auris - Used Automatic Cheap Car 29 Oct 2023 (Forum)
  Hi Folks, I've a budget of 6-7K - I am looking for an automatic car without any problem and cheap to run, insure and maintain but unable to find a good car. I am ok with a hatchback or SUv. not a saloon at the moment.  Thanks
• Bmw 530i - Bmw 530i petrol automatic 2008 used 15 Jul 2021 (Forum)
  Hi,   Looking for advice on buying a used 530i petrol automatic.   It's around 140k mileage. Previous MoT looks ok but there was an oil leak mentioned in advisory. Any advice would.be appreciated on pros and cons of the car
• FIAT 500 (2007 - ) - Dualogic Automatic Fault 15 Feb 2021 (Forum)
  My wife's new 500 Lounge Automatic registered Nov 2008, Twice in two weeks, the gearbox warning light comes on, information on the dash "Gearbox problem", it selects Neutral, had to call the AA to take to the dealer, Anyone else had this problem?
• Automatic transmission 17 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  I am throwing this in for comment/discussion/criticism/ridicule (no name mentioned). It is obvious that the latest batch of non torque converter automatic transmissions in (small) cars seem to have problems. Why not replace the traditional conventional torque converter with an electric
• VW Beetle 2005 automatic - transmission/gear box 26 Nov 2010 (Forum)
  Hi Is anyone aware of a known fault with gear box on VW Beetle 2005 automatic? I am looking at over £3.5k for a new one as car is just over 5 years old-any advice would be most welcome
• Small automatic i.e Corsa and Fiesta size 11 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  My mum really needs a small care with automatic transmission. I have often heard there are problems with them. The belt drive ones in particular. Can anyone recommend a reliable one? I am looking at 1 to 2 years old.
• Automatic Parking Brake - Renault Scenic 11 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  We have a 1.9 dci Scenic 2004 - Ocassionaly the automatic handbrake doesn't release on driving off. So far, this has only happened when my wife is driving alone. It has never happened to me. Is she doing something wrong? Or is this a common problem?
• Astra automatic 18 Jul 2006 (Forum)
  I have just bought a 2001 1.6, 8 valve Astra hatchback with an automatic gearbox. Would someone let me know if there is a lockup clutch in the torque converter such that gearbox input shaft is locked to the crankshaft. If so, does this coincide with the change into 4th gear? Any comment about
• Automatics... 2 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  Okay - people I ask all disagree! Should an automatic be shifted into neutral when at traffic lights etc? I do, because I think I'm doing my wallet a favour but is this true or can I just leave it in drive all the time... Thanks if anyone genuinely knows (rather than guessing like me + friends)!
• Jaguar automatic 10 May 2004 (Forum)
  I have a XK8 jaguar automatic. The car has just developed a fault, which is, when drive is engagaed, nothing happens then all of a sudden "bang" and it drives off. I thought it was short of hydraulic fluid, but Jaguar say's it is a sealed unit and cannot be topped up. Any help would be appreciated
• Budget automatic 20 Aug 2001 (Forum)
  I'm looking to buy an automatic family sized car as a 2nd vehicle. I have seen the following around the £2000 mark with about 70k and FSH : Mondeo Volvo 440/460 Xantia Cavalier Any advice on these or further suggestions from the forum? Incidentally, what are the pitfalls of an auto box
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  What's the best small automatic for a new driver? 7 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am a new driver in my late 20s looking for a second-hand automatic car. I learnt to drive on a manual, but with the amount of traffic in my area, a manual...
• BMW/KIA/Honda/Toyota - Need Help Buying a 2nd Hand Car. 3 May 2020 (Forum)
  Good Morning Fellas, I would like to ask some advice regarding buying a 2nd hand car. I am looking for a reliable and economical car,has to be automatic because of health issues. What i have seen so far are Kia Sportage 1.7 Diesel Automatic. Toyota CHR 1.8
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  What automatic SUV would you recommend on a budget of £20,000? 20 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  What automatic SUV would you recommend on a budget of £20,000?
• Automatic or Not... To Be ? 29 Jun 2014 (Forum)
  Why do car manufacturers not fit automatic gear boxes in new cars as standard and manuals as extra ? Surely this would negate the extra cost. Would not most drivers prefer an automatic ? Is it not a chore having to change up and down the box ? At the start of a 200 mile round trip earlier
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  What is the most reliable small automatic used car? 20 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a small automatic used car (petrol). Budget of up to £9000 but ideally looking at something in the £5000 to £6000 range. Will be using...
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  What's the best Toyota automatic? 21 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We are currently looking for an estate/MPV type car with an automatic gearbox. We have narrowed down our search to either the Toyota Avensis (estate version)...
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  Searching for a used automatic family car with a petrol engine 8 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I need help buying a used automatic family car. My budget is £6000. I would like it to be a torque converter automatic gearbox and a petrol as I only drive...
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  Tall driver in need of a small automatic car - what would you recommend? 6 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am after a small yet spacious automatic car for under £2900. I am 6ft 3in and only need this to get me to work and home which is at maximum 20 miles...