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  Younger drivers can buy and insure modern classic cars, such as a 1991 Golf, much more cheaply than a modern car. 9 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I thought your readers might be interested in this info. In the last 16 years I've mainly owned and run older cars. What I've found is that you can insure...
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  Which 2002-onwards cars are fitted with cam chains? 5 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Which cars up to eight years old are fitted with chains instead of cam belts please?
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  Should I buy a 15-year-old Audi A4 Avant? 31 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've seen a tidy 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0TFSi quattro for sale with about 110,000 miles and only two owners. I've seen various conflicting expert reviews,...
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  What do you think of the Mercedes-Benz W126 range - is it a good buy as a classic? 27 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  What do you think of the Mercedes-Benz W126 range? Especially the V8 engine cars, the 420 and 500 models?
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  Should I buy a 2007/2008 Jazz? 29 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering a 2007/8 Honda Jazz with the CVT gearbox (not i-Shift). Is this a good idea? Are there any reliability issues with the CVT gearbox once...
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  Which second hand small car - first car for 20 year old son - with £3000 price limit? 28 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My 20 year old son is looking for his first car - he has a budget of £3000. It needs to be small, frugal and affordable for insurance, but also safe and...
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  A classic car for a 17-year old 5 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 17-year-old grandson is contemplating buying a Triumph Herald. what would you advise? Wwhat are the pitfalls? What should he expect to pay for a good...
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  The young wons 21 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I hope you don't mind me asking, but you mentioned an insurance company that insures young drivers, 18 years old. I am trying to get insurance for an...
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  Which 4-6 year old estate should I get for reliability and driving pleasure? 2 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  A while back you recommended a Honda Civic for my daily commute. I'm mightily happy with it but now I need a petrol Estate. Up to say 6 years old, capable...
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  Where can a 17-year-old find affordable car insurance? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 17-year-old grandson is taking his driving test soon. He will be driving a 2004 Fiat Punto 1.2-litre model. The problem is insurance. Even being added...
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  Is this one-year-old Meriva a good buy? 19 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Am I wise to go for an 2011 Meriva 1.4T 140 for £7795 from Motorpoint, including trade in for my old Tacuma? It seems to tick all the family's boxes but...
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  Buying a used automatic 11 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a problem with the automatic gearbox of the Ford Fusion? Ford are not making any new Fusion automatics at present. I have a Fusion diesel at present...
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  Does my year-old Skoda Octavia need any lubricants changing other than engine oil? 1 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI Elegance which is now one year old and due for it's first service. I would like to know if I should get any other lubricants...
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  How much should it cost to regass my i10's air con? 27 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Is it fair that I have to pay £292 for air conditioning regassing on a 2-year old Hyundai i10? Apparently this model uses the new (and very expensive)...
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  Would you recommend a warranty for my 3-year-old Honda Jazz Sport? 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Honda Jazz auto Sport is just three years old. It has of course been serviced by new by the main dealer in Norwich. I have no idea what may go wrong...
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  Buying an old, cheap car for commuting 6 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I already have an 09 Range Rover Sport but I only do a 60 mile round trip to work every day so I'm looking for a very cheap car I can buy that would be...
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  Need a car for the school run - what do you suggest? 7 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'd like a recommendation for a car to be used predominantly for the school run (1.3 miles each way) for three child passengers. Also, this car will be...
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  Replacing an Audi Avant? 24 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Have an old Audi Avant. I'm looking for a newer (12 months old perhaps) medium sized saloon/hatch. I want to avoid DSG gearboxes and electronic/ pedal...
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  Buying a 1.6-litre first car 22 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter has changed jobs and needs a car for her commute. Her allowance allows for a 1600cc engine and she has a budget of £4-5000. She is 27 years...
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  Quick cars for younger drivers 17 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am hoping to invest in a used car when Im 19 as I have a big drop in insurance. I was wondering what the fastest car I can get hold of for my age with...