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• NEW MINI - HELP NEEDED! :-D 24 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Hi, I scrapped the fiesta in the end as I wasnt 100% satisfied with the deal. Have decided to order a new mini. Thing is, i dont know where to buy it from. The dealers are a no go area as they give stupid discounts so am looking for an import agency. First question is - Mini One or Cooper? think
• BMW 530D 18 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  I bought one of these a year ago , 18 months old personal import. The magazines all wax lyrical about the engine and rate it one of the best. I have had recurring problems with rough tickover, lack of or inconsistent power through the range - also it is very slow on the take up if you try
• Yaris D-4D 28 Jul 2002 (Forum)
  seems to be the cheapest price on offer. Am I right in thinking that the Autumn might be a better time to get a deal on this model or is the Import route from Denmark a better option?
• 440 and 480 engines - please help! 20 May 2002 (Forum)
  Hi everyone, seriously important question: Is there any difference between the 440 turbo head and the 480 turbo head. (Both of which are classed as part of the B17FT renault engine and they sure look the same - like that means a lot!). For example if there are any diffences in compression between
• Would you do the job? 16 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  " signs were out for about a mile before the scene on the eastbound. Most of us pulled to the inside lane and carried on slowly. There was so little traffic that it didn't make a lot of difference anyway. The driver of a sliver BMW 3 series was obviously too important to slow down so he carried
• Registration number transfers query 17 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  I know that this isn't everso important in the greater scheme of things, but I was wondering whether an original registration number is allocated back to a car when taking a private number off? For example, my car was registered new with a bog-standard V-plate, but me, going through a phase
• Anyone tried using easydyno? (easydyno.com) 16 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  up the PC in the first place. I would guess that it is important that the tape recorder records and plays back at the same speed (ie use the same device). If you have access to a straight flat piece of road with no head/ tail wind it looks as tho you should be able to achieve repeatable results
• 7 seats - Zafira or V70? 11 Jun 2001 (Forum)
  Anyone have experience of the Zafira? We're looking for a replacement for our ageing 405 SRi. 7 seats would be useful for occasional use ie friends/out-laws etc. I was considering an import or a used V70, though I wonder about the rear facing seats in the latter. Someone I know who has one says
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  W211 spring failure 18 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My W211 Mercedes-Benz Estate (2007, 48,000 miles) has gone BANG quite suddenly. The RAC engineer (35 minutes from call to arrival) immediately diagnosed...
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  Can I add a foot rest next to my accelerator pedal? 23 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have small feet (size 3) and I have never been able to rest my foot on my automatic car floor so it hovers over the pedal while I'm driving. This has...
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  What is my car worth and where can I sell it safely? 15 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have an MG ZS Exclusive automatic 2020 silver grey with 11000 miles. Alas, I am giving up driving and wish to sell. What would be the best method, in...
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  How can I sell my Category N car? 6 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am trying to sell my Category N Audi A3 saloon 1.8 S Line, a 2015 car with 55,000 miles on the clock. I am struggling to sell it, could I please get...
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  I'm rejecting a car but the dealer is deducting £2000 for loss of value, is this fair? 31 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a BMW X3 2019 model in Jan 2023 and it has developed issues with its brake discs. I have given the dealer four opportunities to repair but...
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  Which Suzuki Swift model is best? 28 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2015 1.2 Suzuki Swift but would like more power and refinement. A Suzuki salesman recommended the Swift with the Boosterjet engine which I eventually...
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  What would you suggest as a cheap towing car? 23 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have about £6500 (including trade) to spend on something bigger to replace my Vauxhall Corsa. I need something that's able to tow our track cars (a 2003...
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  I'm thinking of buying a used Ford Fusion, is this a good choice? 2 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Hi. I want to buy a good automatic hatchback car for my regular commute to work (driving mainly on the highways and occasional trips to the supermarket...
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  Can I change my tyres for a better ride? 30 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My Toyota Auris has tyres that are 205/55/16. An option on the car is 195/65/15. I'm after a softer, quieter ride and I wondered if 'downgrading' to the...
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  What documents do I need when buying a used car? 31 May 2022 (Ask HJ)
  What documents are needed when buying a used car?
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  SEAT warranty - can I take my car to a Volkswagen dealer to be serviced? 17 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a SEAT Arona due its first service soon and there is no SEAT dealer near me but there is a decent Volkswagen one. If I get it serviced there will...
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  When should a cam belt be changed? 25 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  The official recommendation by Volkswagen for a cam belt change on the Polo 1.2 TSI is 60,000 miles or at five years, a cam belt inspection. Nowhere does...