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  New or used? 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a car, but i can't decide to buy new or used? EVERYONE at works says buy used, 3 year old car can cost 40% less but a new car i will...
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  Ford Focus speedo problem 13 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2000 Ford Focus 1.8. When the engine has warmed up the speedo stops working for 5-20 miles, while the speedo isn't working the odometer and...
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  Space for ten 9 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a VW transporter shuttle that seats nine. We have another baby on the way, and we need a vehicle (as unlike a minibus as possible) that...
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  Replacement for C3 with space in the back 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of replacing my Citreon C3, but currently squeeze 5 bales of hay into it every weekend for my horses. I have always wanted a pick-up...
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  Buying a car with space for three in the back 1 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We need to replace a Golf 1.9TDi (company car) as a 2nd car for the family - two adults and four children aged 12,9,6 and 4. Originally the Golf was...
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  What Tyres do you recommend for a Volvo V70? 24 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2007 (last of the old shape) Volvo V70 sport with 17” wheels. Although a ‘sport’ model, I’m a steady driver that doesn’t need to corner hard...
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  Swirl flap design fault on BMW 730d 24 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Last year at 70,000 careful miles several swirl-flaps came adrift on my BMW 730d and one went through the engine into the turbo. Inlet manifold and...
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  In Hong Kong, the police deduct 4mph from your recorded speed to allow for speed camera inaccuracy. 9 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Regarding AA's neighbour being fined for driving 2mph over the speed limit (22 June), the police here in Hong Kong deduct 4mph from your recorded speed...
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  The Third Man 28 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I noticed advice in a recent article on ‘green’ driving to keep in as high a gear as possible (or comfortable). On my recent IAM course I was told not...
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  Time to change - what should I pick? 25 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I commute to work - do about 25,000 miles per annum, all motorway(M3). Currently I have a Toyota iQ with 50k on the clock, which is on finance - can...
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  Accident liability and insurance 18 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I was hit up the rear by a lorry while driving in Southampton. It was going faster than me and my car was pushed along the road. The lorry (a car transporter)...
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  Buying an automatic for an OAP 10 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My father is 75 and losing strength in his left leg so needs an automatic. He currently has an aging Citroen Picasso manual. He likes the high driving...
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  Which Audi A4 diesel engine? 8 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a an Audi A4 S-line (B7). Is it best to go for the 1.9 TDI or the 2.0 TDI? I've noticed you can get both engines on the B7. I've...
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  Do foreign drivers have to pay traffic fines? 7 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Recently I was caught by a speed camera in Switzerland whilst driving a German hire car. The Swiss police tracked me through the hire company and sent...
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  Fumes in the cabin 30 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased an 05 Citroen C4 from a local small dealer on Wednesday of this week, and is very clean inside and out. I noticed on my way home a slight fumey...
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  Fuel additives 15 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have started filling my 2007 diesel Passat Estate (2.0 140ps) with Total Excellium - currently on my third fill, and have noticed a bit better pickup...
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  Doctor rates 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently finished studying my doctorate. I currently have a 2002 Citroen Saxo Furio 1.4 and feel that I have out grown this car. I'm looking to...
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  Golf EPS problems 4 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Having recently paid a deposit on a 2005 Golf Plus, we noticed on the test drive that the ESP warning light was on, showing the skidding car on the dash....
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  Petrol or diesel? 4 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of getting another car for the family (5 Door with decent power and boot space) but unsure which to go for Petrol or Diesel? My work would...
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  Can you recommend a short wheelbase car with good ground clearance? 15 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive a 2005 Toyota Avensis which I now find is too large. I am looking for a shorter wheelbase car which also stands higher off the ground...