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• Impreza - Repairs / de-mods 6 Apr 2005 (Forum)
  (just to get her MOT'd) without having to pay the subaru premium. I have tried a number of breakers and motor factors. there is no problem finding parts for imported Imprezas, but no-one has been able to help so far with aftermarket parts for a UK car. I had her on the ramps on Saturday for a good
• 4 x 4 advice 2 Feb 2005 (Forum)
  and I would prefer it to be diesel/LPG. The budget is 7-8 thousand, also I would expect to run it for about 5 years at 12 thousand miles per year. We have kids and all the in-car-junk and abuse that this involves so it wouldn't have to be perfect, the most important question is over the maintenace
• Pre-Registered v. Nearly New 14 Sep 2004 (Forum)
  petrol) for £13K, which seems a good price to me. This appears to be a couple of grand less than the price of 'nearly new' diesel, but over a few years, the costs of ownership would probably be similar. Having read about the importance of 'running in' a new car, I am concerned that a nearly new one
• Renault Megane problems!!! 29 Feb 2004 (Forum)
  certainly as a result from badly repaired bodywork rectification at the import centre - cause unknown. It then developed a rattle in the drivers door which was traced to the locking mechanism and 'cured' Then the ventilation fan was replaced as it was oscillating and making a terrible noise. Now I have
• MOT test - should have failed 19 May 2003 (Forum)
  I'm going to query it with them tonight. I'm a little concerened I have stumbled accross a dodgy garage (I'm new to the area) I don't view the MOT as something to 'just get the car through' as I believe it is an important part of ensuring vehicle safety and whilst I don't believe my vehicle
• WHERE WERE THE OLD FORD FIESTAS BUILT? 26 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Hi, My sister has a 1999 T reg Ford Fiesta which i think is the MK4? I have been considering an MK5 and I did a VIN number check on both these cars and it said Origin as 'GERMANY' - does this mean where it was supplied from - i.e. grey import or does this mean where it was built... What confused
• Buying 4x4 for export to Sri Lanka 23 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  at the same time, well built. Automatic suits Colombo traffic. Large enough for a family. If the car is exported to Sri Lanka as planned, it is suitable both for running over many years as a private car, or for sale at reasonable profit, even after paying import taxes and freight charges. He does
• Buying 4x4 for export to Sri Lanka 22 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  that if he has owned the car for at least six months in the UK, he will not have to pay Sri Lankan import duty, and also that in Sri Lanka, driving is on the left hand side of the road. Not in his favour, however, are the facts that neither he, nor his friends, have any idea how to go about this, and he
• Caravans are good news, apparently 12 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  journey through travelling at 50 rather than 60, is it really that important? If it is, change your car for something with more poke so you can overtake, or leave earlier.
• Company Car <£20k Help 30 Jun 2001 (Forum)
  rear wheel drive bug. I was going to go for one of these with the V6 option until my bro mentioned this site. Can I do better for somebody elses cash? He mentions Alfa but I know nothing about them apart from jokes about rust. Not a really important factor, more of a 'what if' but I will have option
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  Are there any dashcams that run off their own power for 12 hours? 26 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have decided its time to invest in a dashcam that will record both front and rear footage, but we need one with good resolution, at least 12 hours constant...
• 16 important OIL questions answered! 8 Jan 2013 (Forum)
  used to blend modern engine and gear oils. These are roughly equivalent to SAE 10, 20, and 30 engine rating and 140 gear rating. Oil refineries also produce all sorts of gases and chemical compounds which can be used to build up 'tailor made' lubricants: synthetics! 2) What are the most important
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  Should I stick with my Mercedes or swap it for a Fiesta? 25 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a lovely 2011 Mercedes A160 Blue Efficience petrol. It has 78,000 miles and enjoy driving it. I have been offered a 2015 Ford Fiesta Titanium X,...
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  What do I look for when buying my first car? 21 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am finally looking to buy my first car (having been driving my mothers for about 10ish months). I am particularly interested in the Peugeot 107 (or Citroen...
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  The tyres on my Peuegot 208 are noisy, are there quieter alternatives? 17 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Peugeot 208 GT fitted with Michelin Primacy 4 205/45/17 tyres, which are quite noisy. I understand that among others, the Hankook Ventus Evo 3...
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  Can you recommend a PHEV 4x4? 28 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to replace my diesel Honda 4x4 with a second hand PHEV 4x4. I have a budget of £18,000-£20,000 and plan to buy it second hand and keep it...
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  Can you suggest a reliable family car replacement for our 15 year old Honda Jazz? 30 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We're looking to replace a 15 year old Honda Jazz - which we bought on your recommendation and it has been perfect for us. But, sadly, it will need a lot...
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  What cheap van should I get to convert into a camper? 23 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have £2000 to buy a small van to convert into a camper. I've seen on here that you only really suggest for that money a Ford Transit Connect. Would I...
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  What scooter should I buy? 3 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I need a scooter for a holiday home in France with low seating and sufficient power to get up some steep hills. I've been told fuel injection is best so...
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  I want a large van to convert to a camper - what do you consider as high mileage for a van? 1 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a large panel van for conversion to a camper. My price range is up to £5000. Most of the vans I have seen advertised at this price have done...