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  Should I buy a hybrid or stick to petrol? 25 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to change my car. I need a practical reliable family car with decent performance, but I'd like your advice please on whether I should go for...
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  Is Momentum premium petrol different to Shell V-Power? 12 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've recently seen you advise using Shell V- Power because it improves performance and mpg. We don't have a Shell garage here, but we do have a Tesco station...
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  Replacing an old Freelander - what should we get for £7k? 31 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We have a Land Rover Freelander (mk1) diesel with 202,000 miles on the clock. Due to its age, it needs some considerable work and I am reluctant to pay...
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  What's the best used car for £5k? 4 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I need to buy a used car for around £5000 to £6000. It must be larger than the Nissan Note and return decent fuel economyas I'll be doing lots of two hour...
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  Buying a new Crossover - what would you recommend? 20 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a new crossover, but cannot decide on what car to buy. I want something that’s fun to drive, with good fuel economy and low road tax. I’m...
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  Suzuki Splash auto - is it worth buying? 12 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a new small car for my wife because she always drives in the city. I saw a Suzuki Splash automatic, but am worried about fuel consumption...
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  Ford Tourneo Connect - which engine should I choose? 13 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking about buying a Ford Tourneo Connect and would like your view on the best engine to choose. I will cover 12,000 miles a year, with occasional...
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  Buying a new car - Volkswagen or Skoda? 19 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace 16-year-old, seven-seater Volvo estate. I want to buy something that will be comfortable on the motorway, but provide good fuel economy....
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  Buying a car with lower emissions - what's best? 15 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a new car with lower emissions. I travel about 30,000 miles a year, which includes my 80 mile round commute. I have £30,000 to spend and...
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  What does the 'sport' button on my BMW 320d actually do? 15 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  With some good advice from you, I purchased a new BMW320d last year. Overall, I'm delighted with it. However, there’s one slight problem – I cannot discover...
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  What's the best car for a tall passenger with mobility difficulties? 22 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have been driving a Mercedes C-Class auto estate for the past 10 years; it has been thoroughly reliable and a joy to drive; however, our motoring needs...
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  The garage fitted the cam belt incorrectly? 21 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My car - a Peugeot 307 - was running perfectly and as its a 2.0-litre diesel I put it in for a cam belt change at 91,000 miles. The car came back and didn't...
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  Trade in a SEAT Ibiza for a Mii? 8 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a SEAT Ibiza 1.4 petrol SE Copa five-door in silver on 61 plate with 8000 miles on the clock with all the buttons, auto lights, wipers, climate,...
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  How often should I change the oil in my ex-rental Audi? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 Audi A4 diesel with approx 26,000 miles on the clock, which I purchased one year ago with 9000 miles showing from an Audi dealer, who advised...
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  I'm looking to buy either a new Jaguar XE or a Genesis G70 - which is the better option? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking to replace my car in the next six months and need a bit of your advice. My wife has taken a shine to the Jaguar XE so we have been looking...
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  My Jaguar XF Sportbrake is on 20-inch wheels with low profile tyres. Can I make the ride more comfortable? 15 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Jaguar XF Sportbreak Estate, which has 20-inch alloys with low profile tyres. I find the ride most uncomfortable as it's very hard and susceptible...
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  Could you suggest a low tech, low maintenance classic? 6 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  With all the publicity about over complex, money pit, unfit for purpose cars - what do you recommend as a low tech alternative? I realise regulations don't...
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  My son's Volkswagen Bora blew up - can we get a refund from the dealer? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  With my financial assistance my grandson bought a 2003 Vauxhall Bora, 1.9 TDI, 113,00 miles, with warranty from a local dealer. It cost slightly under...
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  Which MPV would you recommend for a young family? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We have loved our 2007 Honda Civic 1.8 SE 5 door since our baby’s birth, but now that we're expecting our second child, and second set of requirements...
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  BMW 3-Series: engine Noise and Coolant Loss - can you help? 6 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  A couple of months ago I bought a 15,000 2008 BMW 330i SE Auto (E90) from my local main dealer. Upon collection, I noticed a number of noises from the...