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  The 7 Year Glitch 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just retired and would like to buy a new car that will last me at least 15 years in the price range £17,000 to £22,000 and wondered what your recommendations...
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  Maz’d been 16 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  This weekend I viewed a small Mazda car on display in a Guildford mall. When I expressed interest in the automatic version on show and on trading in my...
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  Farmer’s grand-daughter 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  If you had a 17 year old grand-daughter who lived out in the country (in Northumberland actually) and who had just passed her test and was hell-bent on...
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  Runout models 17 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have to hand back the keys to my company car next month, and have started my own business. I need a comfortable motorway cruiser, to do approx 30,000...
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  £1800 used car for motorway commute? 15 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a used car to run for just a few years on a motorway commute. I'll be doing 17,000 per year and have a budget of £1800. Ideally, the...
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  What the best car with a big boot for around £6000? 7 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a medium size hatchback with a big boot, up to seven years old and about £6k. You seem to rate the Civic which would appear to tick all...
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  How often should I have my car's air con serviced? 19 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have the air con of my Toyota Auris 1.6 diesel permanently switched on and set to air recirculating in all weathers. I was wondering when the air con...
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  Need to replace my 206 GTI - what do you recommend? 28 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am selling my 10 year old Peugeot 206 GTI and would like a car with a similar spec and acceleration. My local mechanic recommends a Honda Jazz for greater...
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  Need a smooth and practical car - any recommendations? 14 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have two year old Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate that I wish to replace. I have up to £40,000 to spend, but the car must have a smooth ride and lots of...
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  Would you recommend the Ford Focus or Honda Civic for reliability and good boot size? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm after a Focus-sized petrol car up to two years old (not new) for around £10,000-£11,000. Two key requirements are reliability and boot space. I quite...
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  New or used Polo? 28 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have the choice of a new standard Polo Match for £13,205 (Volkswagen dealer) or £11,817 (Drive the Deal) rather than a used TSI for £10,990 (Volkswagen...
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  Should I buy a high-mileage diesel car? 8 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a new car, costing around £3500, to replace my Mazda 6. I need a diesel for long journeys with good economy, comfort and reliability. I...
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  What's the best source for classic BMW parts? 17 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I live in Saudi Arabia and own five BMWs, E23 chassis and the year of 1986 up 1986. All of the cars require extensive restoration and I am looking to get...
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  Should we sell our 2010 Golf diesel before we suffer DMF problems? 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We purchased a 2010 Golf 1.6TDI in September 2011 with 10,000 miles. It has now done 15,000 miles without any problems. My wife only does a low mileage...
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  Does E10 petrol affect fuel performance? 21 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  There are many reports of E10 petrol affecting the performance and economy of cars. I am looking for a new car next year and want to know if the fuel...
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  Can you recommend a small, economical car to replace my ageing Micra? 31 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a Nissan Micra and it's getting old (2006, 110,000 miles) so I'm looking at what to buy next. I would like something similar regarding economy...
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  I sold a car but the insurance is valid for a couple more months - can I drive another person's car on that policy? 9 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I sold my car a couple of days ago and my insurance policy runs until the end of July. On that policy, I’m covered for third party liability when I drive...
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  Why can't I find an affordable used car with a full service history? 21 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My beloved Citroen C1 has recently been written off as a Cat D so I need to find a replacement. I'm looking to spend no more than £3500 and want to buy...
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  Where can I sell a collection of classic cars? 19 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am writing for your advice as I don't know where to turn, or how to start. My father passed away leaving quite a few old cars in a shed. They include...
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  Why don't car makers fit rubber door bumpers any more? 14 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Can you explain why most new cars no longer have the rubber or plastic strips down the sides that avoided many of those irritating dents acquired in car...