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  Is my Mercedes Euro 5a or Euro 5b? 27 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Is my July 2012 Mercedes C220 AMG sport stop/start diesel a Euro 5a or Euro 5b? My local Mercedes dealer (in Ayr) where quite rude when asked and no help...
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  Are there really delays on new cars or is this just an excuse to hike prices? 28 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Are car manufacturers being honest about the continuing delays on new cars due to computer chip shortages? Or is this just an excuse to hike prices? I...
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  Should I buy a Toyota Celica? 5 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I fancy a Toyota Celica as a second car. Probably a T Sport 190 bhp (but not the GT with a big spoiler) 2005ish for approx £5,000 to £7,000. Should I buy...
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  Can you recommend a reliable SUV? 1 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I’m looking to buy a medium to small SUV, hybrid preferably. Comfort and economy are important as are good build quality and dependability. I live in the...
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  Does my car have to be serviced at a main dealer to preserve the warranty? 9 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm buying a new Mazda CX-5 40 miles from where I live. I'm 77 and don't want to travel this distance for servicing, is there any way round this to preserve...
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  Should I buy a 2005 Citroen C5 diesel estate? 8 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I've been offered a 2005 Citroen C5 diesel estate with low mileage (65,000 miles), one owner from new (owner is retiring from driving) for £700. It drives...
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  What should I buy as a first car? 3 Dec 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I am 17 and hopefully on the cusp of passing my test. I have between £750 and £1,000. I’m looking for a car with low insurance costs and running cost....
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  Is buying a Honda Accord for £600 worth it? 13 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a 2004 Honda Accord 2.0 petrol. It has 217,000 miles on the clock and is advertised for £600 with an MOT and full service history....
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  I have an old Lada Riva. It seems a pity to scrap it, but does it have any value? 8 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've inherited my father's old Lada Riva 1200. It's rusty and hasn't run for 14 years, but it was owned by him alone since new and the actual one on display...
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  Is the old Audi A5 problematic? 23 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm interested in a 2011 Audi A5 convertible. It's diesel with 67,000 miles. Is there anything that I should be aware of, or that should put me off buying...
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  Does Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) in a Volkswagen make a significant difference to ride comfort? 10 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We have a Golf GTI performance edition (2017 model) and love it to bits. The firm ride is great for the times when you want to push on. But - we find the...
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  What car would double as a first car for a teenager and a second family runabout? 2 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Please could you advise on a car that would be cheap to insure for a 19-year-old as a first car and that would also double as a second family runaround....
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  What small automatic hatchback - that's easy to get in and out of - is best? 23 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My mother currently drives a two year old Skoda Yeti 1.2 TSI 2WD. She would like a smaller new automatic hatchback for mainly very low mileage but possibly...
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  What reliable car should I replace my Honda Jazz with? 15 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have an almost six year old Honda Jazz 1.4 ES which I have had from new. It has been very reliable and I have been happy with it. I thought...
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  If I change all 4 tyres to Michelin Cross Climates could I still use my space saver wheel? 9 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volvo XC60 and am thinking of changing all four tyres to Michelin Cross Climates, however, I have a space saver spare wheel. Would I still be...
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  Pre registered cars - which one for me? 17 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a pre registered car, I understand that dealers often registrar cars approaching end of the financial year and then discount. Where...
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  When driving a smell of exhaust enters the cabin. What is it? 5 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  When driving over distances of about 30 miles or so on the motorway at approx 70mph on occasion an exhaust gas smell enters the cabin. This is not constant,...
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  What small automatic would you recommend for £9000? 29 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  What small to medium size 5 door petrol automatic hatchbacks can you recommend for £9,000? Usage mainly in town and occasional motorway trips. Reliability...
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  Which small cabriolet should I buy? 2 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Age 70 and fancy open air motoring. The car must be small and comfortable to tempt the wife! I have no garage, so will avoid a rag-top. Do you think the...
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  Diesel hatchback, 5dr, £8k budget, high Euro ncap, low mileage, turbo 27 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to purchase a used five door hatchback, with with a good torquey diesel engine that will return high mpg on constant speed (motorway) driving....