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  Which 4WD to replace my Toyota RAV4? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Toyota RAV4 has been a good and reliable servant for the last ten years but, at 110,000 miles, it’s beginning to creak a bit, so I'm thinking about...
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  Do I need to idle my turbo Skoda after long drives? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a Skoda Superb Classic automatic, but because of my fairly low annual mileage and many short journeys I opted for the 1.8-litre turbo...
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  New vs nearly new - what should I do? 12 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've e-mailed you a few times about buying my next car and narrowed it down to a nearly new (6k miles, 1yr old) BMW 118d SE, a Hyundai i30 Style (126 hp),...
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  Ford Fiesta or Kia Rio? 16 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am struggling to decide between a Ford Fiesta Ambiente 1.6 TDCi (minimal specs) and the Kia Rio 1.25 Petrol (Slightly higher spec - add. Trip computer,...
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  What is your opinion on the Dacia Duster? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We currently own a Hyundai Matrix automatic which is two and a half years old with 19,000 miles. Since we both appreciate relatively high seating we thought...
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  Can I endorse Miller Oils' Diesel Power Eco Max for DPF care, as used in my Vauxhall Zafira? 12 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have an old-school 2.0DTI in a Vauxhall Zafira. I have had issues with the EGR valve for about three years. Instead of having it replaced my local friendly...
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  When is a DPF fluid change due? 10 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford dealer tells me that I should have completely changed the DPF oil at the 37,500 service. My village garage - who did the service - says that AutoData...
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  Does the Dacia Duster offer good value for money? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The Dacia Duster base model, priced at £8995, seems to be very good value for money. Given all the positives including Renault technology, low insurance,...
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  Citroen C5 lacking power 13 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C5 is lacking power. The anti polution light comes on, engine power dies to next to nothing so I turn the engine off for a few seconds and turn...
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  Volkswagen Golf warning lights 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The garage is currently at a loss - getting the engine unit checked but wondered if you had any suggestions. My VW Golf 1.9TDI has been fantastic but recently...
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  3 Series misfiring 8 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned this car since February 2012, local BMW dealership investigated intermittent engine misfire in February and advised loose coil pack, but a...
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  Can't read the kph on my Sportage 18 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have had a Kia Sportage KX3 just under two months and really enjoy the vehicle - fuel consumption is between 36/40mpg with 2000 miles on the clock. ...
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  Which small, economical car for a first-time driver? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a car for our grandson who is just starting his first job after graduating. I could manage £5000 but might be able to make it more,...
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  Buying a second hand automatic 14 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's Focus 'W' reg petrol Zetec 1.8 with 73,500 miles, full service history, everything fully working and with a few corner scratches is due for replacing. She...
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  Misfiring Vectra - what's the problem? 18 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  There's a problem with my Vectra SRI - it has developed a misfire from 3500rpm in third gear, at which point I get the 'car with a spanner' light and the...
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  Range Rover Vogue - advice welcome 7 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Long time reader and big fan. I am looking to treat myself and go for a Range Rover Vogue. Due to a budget of ess than 15k I am limited to around 2003...
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  I think older cars, like my 2003 Jaguar S-Type, are excellent value for money. 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I read with interest the letter from ‘MH’ with regard to older luxury cars being value for money. I purchased a 53 plate S-Type Jaguar, 4.2 V8 model for...
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  Buying a second hand mid-sized hatchback 12 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently run a 2006 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 Design with 61k miles. My daily commute has increased from 16 miles to 50 miles - mainly motorway. I'm looking...
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  Downsizing from a V8 Jaguar 30 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've just moved back to full time employment after working for myself for the last 9 years. I'll be doing a 60 mile round trip every day and need to...
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  Why did you recommend a BMW X5 over a BMW X3? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am gobsmacked at your recommendation in response to the enquiry of CA from Bourne End, owners of a BMW X5. Have you actually sat in and driven, say 200...