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• Imported Golf V5 6 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  I'm looking at buying an imported 5 door Golf V5 from Trade Sales. They expect a four week wait for delivery and quote around a 3 grand saving on the UK list price. The specification quoted is as per the UK but doesn't have the automatic windscreen wipers (which I can live without), fitted CD
• Missing Data Sticker for imported Golf 16 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  Hi There, Has anyone imported a Golf from Europe and then found that the service book that came with it was missing information? Apparently Golfs come with a data sticker on the front cover of the service book which details the VIN number, engine number, paint code, equipment fitted etc
• UK specs? 23 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  Hi, I am going to buy a new Renault Scenic with either Virgin car or Trade Sales of Slough. I tried to convince my local dealer to match their offer but he instead started to warn me about the danger of buying import cars. So my questions are: What does full UK specs means? Does an import car
• Nissan Micra (1992 - 2003) - How important is the brand of fuel? 4 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  My trusty Micra is not the coolest wheels, but the fuel economy is up there with the best diesels. I saw this clip on YouTube today and it got thinking...
• Honda Accord Import Spec 27 Aug 2005 (Forum)
  I was tempted enough to enquire of Motorpoint about their Honda Accord 2.0 and 2.4 Executive cars, which they offer at considerably below the UK dealer...
• Ford Focus Soft Top 19 Mar 2005 (Forum)
  My father in law has asked me to look up buying a Ford Focus Soft Top, which I believe will not be available in this country for a couple of years yet. Does anyone here know of any companies that would be able to import one for him. Having never owned an imported a car myself would aslo like any
• Used BMW 523i 3 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  Am thinking about buying a S/H BMW 523i. It was imported from Holland, 97R, one (known) company owner, FBMWSH, ~35K, leather, no crunches, and I believe it's a clean car. 1) What would be a fair value for it (does anyone know a good site for imported s/h values?) - Asking £10.5K, and 2) should I
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  I am a UK resident but have a home in Spain - can I bring my Spanish registered car back to the UK for short periods? 10 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I am a UK resident but have a home in Spain. Can I bring my Spanish registered car back to the UK for short periods?
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  As SAAB no longer produce cars, how do I get a certificate of conformity to import my 9-3 to France? 15 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering importing into France a SAAB 9-3. A requirement in France is to provide a letter confirming conformity with French standards. As SAAB is...
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  Why don't speedometers highlight the most important speeds, like 30mph? 15 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Why can't cars sold in the UK have speedometers that highlight the most important speed limits, e.g. 30 mph, in numbers instead of a trying to align a...
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  What medium hatchback? 8 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a £10k (maybe a bit more) inheritance to spend on a nearly new car. Reliability, & fuel efficiency are most important. Sportiness/decent handling...
• Buying car 1st registered in Ch. Islds. 24 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  Hello, I'm considering buying a car that was first purchased in the Channel Islands. It has since been imported to mainland UK and is now for sale. I have spoken to the dealer in the Channel Islands who assures me that cars sold there are full UK spec and are in fact exported from mainland UK
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  What are the downsides of buying a Japanese import? 19 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Buying a car directly from a Japanese auction seems cheaper. What are the snags for a private buyer, i.e. import duty, Japanese specs, dash language, Covid-19...
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  I want to buy a left-hand drive pick-up for towing - would importing one be the best way? 12 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I need a two or three year old Nissan Navara or similar to pull a fifth-wheel caravan. It will be used for long trips around mainland Europe. What is the...
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  New VW Polo 1.4 reliability 3 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm planning on buying the new VW Polo 1.4 Trendline. For me, reliability is one of the most important factors when coming to choose the right vehicle. Upon...
• Toyota Corona 1987 - Shall I import it. 7 Jan 2024 (Forum)
  Apart from the steering wheel being on the "wrong side" It's in good condition, No rust, garaged since new, low mileage, always serviced, Plenty of mechanical...
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  Which SUV is the best for road handling? 10 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a medium size SUV, can you tell me which model is best for handling?
• Vauxhall Zafira - Size is Important 6 Mar 2011 (Forum)
  The parents have just sold their Astra as being surplus to requirements and are now wishing to replace their Zafira with something more suitable. ...
• Motoring Tax Petition 7 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  Hi guys just registered to make sure you all know about this very important poll and that you have all signed up to oppose it. We need 750,000 signatures. {Subject header changed from "Very important poll" as it isn't actually a poll. Also this thread locked and the link that was posted here
• X5 mad! 29 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  From what HJ's news report says, people are spending crazy money on X5's. Not the type of car I like myself but it looks like people really don't care if the car is imported or not so long as it has the toys (and from Holland, you generally get more toys as standard than youdo in the UK