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  Buying a second hand 4x4 / large family car - any ideas? 20 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a 2003 Range Rover Vogue with c. 92k miles on the clock. I have owned the car for 4 years and have very much enjoyed it. We live in Scotland,...
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  Our diesel Ford Focus suffered a big DPF fault with other damage - is the trader who sold us the car liable? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am writing you regarding my Ford Focus 1.6TDCI. I purchased it in April 2012 with 38,000 miles on the clock. In October the engine malfunction light...
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  Which family car? 7 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a young family, and now require a larger car but I want it to match certain criteria. I currently drive a Ford Fusion but this is quite a squeeze...
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  Why does Mercedes Benz not have a petrol C-Class in its dealer fleet? 20 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I recently enquired about the new Mercedes C-Class Coupe and after much deliberation decided to opt for a petrol model as I do not do the mileage to warrant...
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  Found out my Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ex-rental. Do I have grounds for complaint? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C250 Bluefficiency Sport CDI Auto with 13,800 miles three weeks ago from a Mercedes dealer for £24,000, which I think is...
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  Please warn your readers that insurance companies will avoid paying claims if they can. 9 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Recently, I helped my lady-pensioner cousin with a claim on her car insurance. She had been a customer for several years with Co-op Insurance Services...
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  Mazda RX-8 poor compression 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2004 Mazda RX8 192 that I bought in April 2005 with 5,000mls on the clock. I bought it from a Mazda Dealer with a full service history and I have...
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  Advice on the best replacement for my V70 15 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I hope that you can help. We currently run an 05 Volvo V70 D5 manual estate. The performance, fuel consumption, seat support and trust in the safety...
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  Lighter fool 10 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a May 09 reg Golf VI GTi from my local VW dealer. It replaced my 58 reg BMW 320D convertible. That also had daytime running lights but in the...
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  Kyenes easy man 12 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I write as a great admirer of your journalism, and seemingly encyclopaedic knowledge of automotive matters. So it was with some disappointment and mystification...
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  Academic question 21 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I am an indecisive academic requiring help. In 1994 after months of deliberation and investigation, I bought a brand new VW Passat Diesel Estate and declared...
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  Need a car with high suspension and comfortable seats - what do you recommend? 24 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am in my early fifties and have degenerating spinal problems. I currently drive a 2002 Skoda Octavia Elegance 1.9tdi, with 128,000 miles on the clock....
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  What are the trailer light requirements for driving in France? 22 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am taking my van and trailer (with my Jeep on it) to France for the D-Day celebrations next June. My trailer is 5.5m long and 1.9m wide. The bed length...
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  What automatic car do you recommend? 12 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We currently have an Audi A6 estate and a VW Polo both auto total value at the mo £16-£17K. We are looking to consolidate sell 2 buy 1. Maybe something...
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  Should I buy an OEM air-con condenser or aftermarket? 5 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I need a new air-con condenser for my 2008 Corsa 1.3 diesel. I appreciate OEM parts can be of higher quality etc but the OEM price quoted is £398 + VAT....
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  What's the difference between self-charging and plug-in hybrids? 1 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  What is the difference between a self charge hybrid and a plug in hybrid and which one would you recommend
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  We need a car that is safe and has low insurance costs, what would you suggest? 5 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Please can you advise. We will be moving to Salisbury city centre and no longer need a Jag XF diesel sadly - wrong car for less use and urban. Having decided...
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  Should I use main dealer or independent servicing for my car? 10 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My Skoda Karoq is nearly three years old. I’ve only done 20,000 miles and it’s running well. As car prices have increased considerably in the last three...
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  What car should I choose for reliability and comfort over long distances? 23 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I’ve had few cars over the years and am currently running a Subaru Outback 3.0-litre at 142k. 25 mpg and top rate VED with inevitable big bills ahead -...
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  Which family cars are good for high mileage? 3 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a used car (<3 years old) that I can use for commuting (70miles 3-4 days pw) and can be used for family trips. My Ford Focus 1.0 Ecoboost...