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• Ford Fiesta (1995 - 1999) - 96 1.8D Sump plug 26 Sep 2009 (Forum)
  While doing an oil change I lost the nylon sump plug washer. Put the plug back without the washer, no leaks at the moment. How important is this?
• Choosing the make of a new car 18 Sep 2006 (Forum)
  How much does the closeness of a dealer to your house influence your choice of the make when buying a new car? When you live in the sticks, as I do, I consider it to be an important factor. -- L\'escargot.
• A simple question? 13 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  Is it possible to say what proportion of the average insurance premium relates to the car's value and if so, how much roughly is it? What are the the most important variables in the equation used to calculate our premiums? I'd expect age/ experience/claims record to be at the top of the list.
• Best small auto for around a grand? 10 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  Ex black cab driver over the road wants one. I Don't think the size issue is all that important, rather he doesn't want something with "big car" running costs.
• Used 911 17 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  Toying with idea of a used Porsche 911 - I have 15K to spend - what can I expect for that sort of money or should I lower my sights? I need a car suitable for everyday driving so reliability is important. cheers
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  I'm no longer able to drive - can I insure my car for two named drivers? 30 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I’m no longer able to drive after a stroke. Can I insure my car for two named drivers one of which has a car wile the other is named on two other vehicles?...
• A cheap to run luxury(ish) car? Tough one... 25 May 2023 (Forum)
  balking at the cockpit design.  To explain the following, he is neurodivergent (think Forest Gump but not as severe) and, whilst an excellent driver, he can be a stickler for things that someone us may not find important. His criteria so far: Budget: £12k.  60+mpg, lowish insurance
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  Car warranty conditions - can I use an independent garage? 9 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a Honda Jazz online from a dealer 300 miles away. On checking locally, the nearest dealer is 12 miles away. However, there is a Honda...
• Importing a used car from Germany 6 May 2017 (Forum)
  Does anyone have specific information on this? Everything I've read here in the FAQ's and forum search seems to relate to new cars. This is the situation as I understand it. Hopefully if anyone knows more we can have the definitive answer for forum users Importing a used car from Europe is fairly
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  An economial estate car suitable for rough roads 5 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Hi, I do a lot of driving on rough, gravel roads as I spend a lot of time in South Africa, and am looking for an estate car that will survive them....
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  Need to buy a small 4x4 - what do you recommend? 31 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a old Range Rover which has been brilliant. However, I don't really use it as much as I use to and I still need a four wheel-drive that I can use...
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  Why won't Volkswagen UK help with rust problem on my UAE-import Golf? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have hit a brick wall concerning my 5-year old Volkswagen Golf. I bought this car brand new from Motorpoint, Glasgow. It was an import from the UAE and...
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  Not entyrely 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I was looking round a nearly-new-used-car showroom yesterday and could only find one car with a pair of tyres on the same axle that matched. These were...
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  Eire today 24 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 16 valve GLS that is coming up for 12 years old and am looking for a new or nearly new car as a replacement. I would like something...
• Is a car more important than a home? 9 Sep 2005 (Forum)
  buying a car? Is the specification of extras with a car more important than at home e.g. do you have air conditioning in your car and home? Do you maintain your car to a high standard and likewise with your home? There are different considerations that could be compared like road tax and company car
• Toyota EV batteries 5 Jul 2023 (Forum)
  Here's one for the 'Toyota don't believe in EVs' camp and those all-important people who like to drive 700 miles in one go. https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/jul/04/toyota-claims-battery-breakthrough-electric-cars  
• VW Sharan / Seat Alhambra 14 Jun 2017 (Forum)
  Leaving aside the badge are there any important differences between the Sharan and Alhambra? Same tyres sizes / suspension set up? Are the seats the same? Presumably the Alhambra will depreciate slightly quicker than the VW? Thanks in advance for any thoughts.
• VW Golf 1.2 Tsi At Motorpoint - Good Deal or Not 14 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  Keep getting a cookie from MP about delivery mile Golfs with solid paint which have been imported from abroad. At £11995 they look impressively good value. But are they?
• ToyotaToyota - Undersealed needed 10 Dec 2012 (Forum)
  I have bought a 2001 hiace camper which has been imported and I am told the Japanese don't salt their roads so no need for much protection. Where can I get the undersealed etc done around Basingstoke.
• Rover 25 W reg 2000 - Cambelt 23 Sep 2011 (Forum)
    Two questions I have. My Rover has 57,000  miles on the clock.  How important is it to change the cambelt and when will it need changing ? How long is the labour time involved and how much ?