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  The mouse that roared 26 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a 12 month old FIAT 500 diesel. Today while driving it "made a funny noise" then started to accelerate. She put in the clutch and pulled over...
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  No ratio Hornblower 1 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Honda Jazz CVT-7 some time ago on your recommendation. I only use the CVT mode and never change manually. I now want a new car. The Jazz...
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  Hyped brids? 13 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My question arises out of the discrepancy revealed by all road tests I have seen between official fuel consumption figures of hybrid cars and those found...
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  Lease please dismisseth us 30 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have the balance of a two year lease on a 2008 Audi Avant 2.0 TDI. Unfortunately the particulate filter light comes on at relatively short intervals...
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  Are all-seaons tyres a good idea? 6 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm due to replace two tyres and the other two are probably due for replacement in 6 months. I'm wondering about taking the plunge and fitting all weather...
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  What's the best hybrid estate car? 2 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to change my 10-year-old Golf diesel. I would like a car with similar fuel costs and am told the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports hybrid is good....
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  What's the best double cab pick-up? 11 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a new 4x4 pick-up with a double cab. However, with so many models on offer, I can't make up my mind. Which would you recommend?
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  Need a cheap and economical petrol car for long commute 2 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I will shortly be embarking on a 170 mile twice weekly A-road commute. I will also be doing lots of motorway driving the rest of the time, so will probably...
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  I've put petrol into my diesel S-MAX - what should I do? 20 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I accidentally put 6.3 litres of petrol into my diesel Ford S-MAX. The car has since been towed home. Should I fill it up with diesel to dilute the petrol,...
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  Buying a used 4x4 for £5000 - what should I buy? 2 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a used four-wheel drive vehicle with a budget of anything up to £5000. I don't need off-road capability but I do use some remote roads...
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  Recommissioned engine - what does it exactly mean? 6 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a classic Alfa Romeo Spider, which has been standing for several years. The seller claims the engine has been "recommissioned"....
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  Can you recommend a cheap car? 23 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I need to buy a cheap vehicle for £1000. It must be reliable, with cheap parts and maintenance. Ideally, I’d like a big car (estate/SUV/SUV) as I occasionally...
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  Buying a powerful car, but want good MPG - what do you recomment? 13 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a powerful car, but want good fuel economy and a comfortable ride. I currently drive a BMW 1 Series, but am fed up with the high cost of...
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  Nissan Tino - which chain cam? 4 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a '04-plate Nissan Tino, and I want to know what type of timing chain it uses? I have been told that there is two types, Which one does mine...
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  Xantia sounds odd after a cam belt change 5 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Had a new cam belt fitted to my Xantia two weeks ago, and a water pump. Today, I have noticed a rattle coming from the engine. I have been told that there...
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  Which five-seat car is best for use as a taxi? 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  What car would you recommend to use as a taxi? Obviously I want five or more seats, good fuel economy and reasonable repair bills. Got about £4000 to spend....
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  New Mercedes-Benz GLC broken down three times - what should we do? 8 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We bought a new GLC in early 2016. In July last year the fuel pump failed and the car stopped suddenly on a busy A road. In September the air suspension...
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  Chiang chiang merrily on Mai 24 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have now done 6 months with my New 2008 model 1.5 L 120 HP Jazz. 6,500 kms on the clock and mostly used around town, Chiang Mai, Thailand, but with a...
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  A newer version of the same model car has higher CO2, why is this? 21 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have just purchased a 2021 (21 plate) Ford Focus ST-Line 1.5 diesel 120hp and part exchanged a 2019 (19 plate) Ford Focus ST-Line 1.5 diesel 120hp because...
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  My EV gives an indicated range that is less than the claimed maximum, should I be concerned? 6 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a Kia Soul EV 2021 with a stated max range of 280 miles. I have done several long journeys and charged to 100% (normally charge to 80%...