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  Are Honda dealers limited to just 4 per cent discount? 17 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I spoke to a Honda dealer recently who claimed that they were limited to a maximum of four per cent discount on a new CR-V, is this true?
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  Running an MX-5 in winter? 10 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  You gave me some helpful advice about a Mazda MX-5 recently. I'm inclined to get one for about £5000. What can I do to make one more practical to use...
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  Oil light flickering on and off 2 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The oil light is flickering on and off on my 2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0-litre diesel. I checked the dipstick and it shows no oil. Do you think this could have...
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  Buying my first car 30 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  What's the best first five door car to buy? I want one that doesn't look too old or unattractive, but isn't extremely expensive to run.
• Ford Focus 1.8 tdci diesel - Smoke on startup 2004 Ford Focus 1.8t dci diesel 2 Jun 2013 (Forum)
  I have a problem when starting from cold with lots of blue smoke. It also runs roughly for a few minutes or until the blue smoke has gone. It then runs fine with little or no smoke. Starting from warm doesn't produce the smoke. I recently had a problem with black smoke and some blue smoke
• Vauxhall Zafira - Petrol engine - 'running in' 7 May 2013 (Forum)
  I understand from the various threads on here that diesel engines can take up to 10,000 miles before you start to achieve your optimum economy, but does...
• Toyota Corolla GS 1999 Automatic - Lost all drive and won't start 29 Apr 2013 (Forum)
  Whilst driving at 25mph suddenly lost all automatic gears and car coasted to the side of the road - moving gear lever made no difference in any position - engine was still running. Turner off and tried a restart and engine would not turn over (turning key has no effect) - power ok as lights
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  What small car to last forever? 6 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am out of work and need to downsize my car, what would you recommend that is cheap to buy and run, tax and insure and that is reliable. It will have...
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  Can I convert my Nissan Murano to LPG? 20 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Is there any problem in converting my 2005 Nissan Murano 3.5L CVT to run on LPG? I have heard that the valve seats could wear prematurely - can this...
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  What large 4x4 for £5k? 14 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a seven-seater 4x4 for about £5k. Looking at XC90 2003/04, Discovery 2001/2002 or any other one which have not thought about? Looking...
• Citroen Xsara Picasso - citroen xsara picasso electrical mystery? 12 Feb 2013 (Forum)
  hi all. here's a tricky one. my 2006 citroen xsara picasso has a start problem. it will start and run perfectly time after time then as soon as i plug the sat nav or phone charger or anything else into the cigarette lighter i have problems. the car will continue to run but as soon as i stop
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  Buying a seven-seater 5 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter has a large family. She is looking to buy a seven seat people carrier and has £10,000 to spend. She would like a vehicle that is reliable...
• peugeot 206hdi - car will not start when cold 15 Jan 2013 (Forum)
  into it and it fired staright away could this be a fuel pressure problem? the car runs fine once running and starts every turn of the key till next morning then same old problem, their are no fault codes stored and no engine managment light and it drives fine and doesnt go into limp mode. can anyone help as its drivin
• 2007 Mondeo Ghia Estate 2.0TDCI - any good - Mondeo 22 Dec 2012 (Forum)
  what is likely to go wrong over the next couple of years ? are there any weaknesses or any issues I should consider. It will be used for mainly motorway work and general running about. How many miles can these engines run for and remain reliable ? I think its a good deal, any ideas
• Peugeot 306 xsi r reg - Problems with starting 18 Dec 2012 (Forum)
  the injector breather valve and let it run for about 20 mins. Idleing fine but the same problem. Any push on the gas pedal it just cuts out. Update. Disconnected battery and left for 10 mins. Started engine back up and now it seem if its not running on all cylinders.
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  Wiper blade noise 25 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 2002 series Megane has a very noisy wiper on the driver's side. In light rain it squeaks on the up stroke only. No problem in heavy rain. I have tried...
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  Which engine for an i40 Tourer 23 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Considering purchasing an i40 and unsure which engine to get. Extra space required for growing family. I want to ensure best value and cheapest running...
• Mondeo Daytime Running Lights 27 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  I have recently bought a Mondeo Zetec 12 reg first registered March 2012.. I have realised that although there is what appears to be the provision...
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  Stop/Start with a turbo engine - problems? 24 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am interested in buying the latest Ford Focus Titanium with the Turbo 150bhp engine has STOP technology. If as is suggested by Honest John Turbos must...
• Vauxhall Astra H CDTI 1.7 diesel - Oil filter draining back 15 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  Hello folks, i've read a couple of threads but they don't answer the question, wonder if you can assist... So, oil light stays on a bit - made sure new OEM filter installed, checked the o-rings on the stalk which the filter mounts, all OK. Run from cold, light on for three or four