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  Fiat Panda problems 4 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  A year ago I was delighted to buy a 2010 Fiat Panda automatic. I bought it from an independent garage, but three months ago (when the car was four years...
• Hmmmm 26 Jun 2023 (Forum)
  I’ve seen a 66 plate 30kw Mk I Nissan Leaf for sale locally(ish) for £8,200 - before I kick him with my size 9’s. Say I get it for £8,000 tops (I’d be aiming for £7,700) that works out at around £150 a month for a bank loan. Now, currently I spend around £160 a month on fuel for old Terrance
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  Can you recommend a cheap diesel for under £5,000? 16 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am on a tight budget and am looking for a diesel car which is reliable and economical for under £5,000. My yearly average mileage is around 28,000. What...
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  What's a good petrol estate or SUV that can cope in snow? 5 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a good quality 2.0-litre petrol 4WD SUV / estate car, preferably two or three years old. We live in a lane which most years gets snowed...
• Toyota Yaris - New car (not for me !) 22 Jun 2017 (Forum)
  parents selling the car for her), in white. With 12 months MOT (just done at Toyota dealers, along with a service). Advisories on front brake pads looking thin, also on sidewalls on both rear tyres, which look old enough to be original, amazingly. The bumpers are a bit shabby, there is a nice
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  Why is my Daewoo Matix sluggish in first and second gear? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Daewoo Matiz feels sluggish in first and second gear. It jerks and I hear the exhaust knocking, what's the issue?
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  Should I get the new Hyundai i30 for a long motorway commute? 18 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a new car to use for a lengthy motorway commute (90 miles round trip). Kia/Hyundai appeal thanks to their generous warranties. I'm looking...
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  Buying a used sports car - Mazda MX5 or Porsche Boxster? 2 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I’m looking for a fun weekend sports car that will only do a few thousand miles a year and not be used over the winter months. I have narrowed my choices...
• Hyundai i10 2009 - Fitting a new car battery these days.... 12 Feb 2016 (Forum)
  volt battery in the device is sound too. Apart from the radio stations what else might we lose if we just disconnected the old and fitted the new? Is there still a radio code on cars such as this? Or what else in the electronics might get lost in the move? Thanks.
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  Warranty on a bulb? 28 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My daughters Fiat 500 has lost its panel lighting across the left hand side of her heater and affiliated controls. The car is just under a year old and...
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  Need a fun car for £10k - any suggestions? 23 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford Puma has finally bitten the dust after 12 years reliable service. I now need to buy a replacement, with £10,000 to spend. What do you recommend...
• Volkswagen Polo 1.9 S SDI - 2002 Polo SDI good reliable option? 21 Mar 2015 (Forum)
  Hello. As I am on a pauper budget I'm thinking of getting an old non-turbo diesel for a reliable cheap to run basic car.  I plan to DIY. Heard little old turbo diesels not so reliable. I have a 52 reg 1.2 E Polo and it's in need of an engine overhaul (you guys have said
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  Looking to spend £8000 on a used car - should I buy a Golf? 1 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I do approx 10,000 miles a year, mostly short trips, but the occasional long drive. I need to replace my old Renault Clio and have £8000 to spend on a...
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  Should I get Supagard paint protection with my new BMW X3? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have been a customer of BMW garage for approximately 35 years, purchasing in the main 1 to 3-year-old cars. I have now decided to buy a new model X3...
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  Does my Audi TT's cambelt really need replacing? 16 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am told by the garage that the cam belt should be replaced on my five year old Audi TT. The car has done 33,000 miles and not driven hard (rarely exceed...
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  Would you recommend a Jaguar XK8 or BMW Z4? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a convertible sports car to be used as a second car and to have a bit of fun in the summer months. I have £15,000 to spend and am considering...
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  Recommend a small, economical runabout? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Our main car is a Volkswagen Touran. We require a second car primarily as a local runabout. We’re looking for something cost effective in fuel and insurance,...
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  Buying a new car via Autoebid - is this wise? 30 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have placed an order for an Audi A3 1.8 Quattro with Autoebid, was this a sensible decision? This car is replacing a three year old Jaguar XF 3.0D...
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  How can I get the smell of cigarette smoke out of my Jaguar XJ8? 20 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 10-year old luxurious car (Jaguar XJ8) in very good condition (60,000 on the clock). We have become aware of the smell of stale cigarette...
• 1.4 SXI - Astra Engine Fail 16 May 2013 (Forum)
  and oil topped up etc etc, so it does seem harsh that  a 7 year old car claps out when there are old bangers on the road.  Google reckons it was worth about £2500. If i new a new engine, is it worth it? I don't really want to pay for a local garage to tow it away, then charge me