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  Which wheels on a new Boxster? 15 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at buying the new Porsche Boxster to use for touring in Europe and to some out of the way areas. As there is no spare or space saver, only...
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  How does the quality of a SEAT compare to the quality of a Volkswagen? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Can you advise how the quality of a SEAT compares with the equivalent Volkswagen? Is there really a significant difference in the build and finish to justify...
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  Which runflats would you recommend for my BMW 530D and how long should they last? 13 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I would like some advice on tyres please. I need four new runflat tyres on my 2003 BMW 530D (225/50 17 94w) and wondered if you have any suggestions? I...
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  Which economical two cars would you recommend for returning ex-pats? 21 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We are returning to the UK after 30 years abroad to retire. We are looking to buy two cars, one small as a runaround and one medium-sized for longer trips....
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  Is my rusty 1977 Daimler Double Six Coupe worth restoring? 18 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I own a low mileage 1977 Daimler Double Six Coupe which as you know are now rather rare with only 300 odd were made. The problem is, it has been standing...
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  Oil over fill or other ? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Hi I have a Ford Fiesta - 1.4 Tdci [70] Zetec 5dr Hatchback 2010. The car is a lease car through work and has 27655miles, the 1st svc was at 14113miles...
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  Penalty ‘Fixed’ 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I forward this email to you in total frustration at the way that the traffic police and their partners manage their dealings with the tax paying public....
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  What car would you recommend for both short trips and very long journeys? 24 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have just started a new job which will involve driving long distances at periods across all kinds of roads including motorways and single lane roads....
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  How easy is it to fix my door mirror? 8 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2015 Peugeot 3008 and the motor that folds the passenger door mirror on locking the vehicle has failed (it does a brief twitch) adjusting the...
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  What's a good small car that will also suit an outdoor enthuisast? 5 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I spent 17 years in London so I never bought a car or had a car in the UK. I am a mid-40s female and ot entirely sure how I will use a car as I've mostly...
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  Can you recommend an SUV or estate car that can carry ladders? 10 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My 2014 2.0-litre diesel auto BMW 5 Series falls foul of the clean air zone (CAZ) requirements. It's been my third 5 Series, used for my work as a surveyor....
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  What should I replace my Honda CR-V with? 9 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a shortlist of possible options for a used (up to 3 years old) replacement for an ageing Honda CR-V. The Honda has been very practical,...
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  What should we buy to replace our Toyota Auris? 7 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to part exchange my 2012 Toyota Auris and can't decide what to go for. The car has been almost faultless in the eight years I have owned it...
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  Can you recommend a small, comfortable car? 27 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a Mercedes-Benz C180 coupe. It is a very pleasant car to drive - albeit expensive if it has a fault. I am expecting to move near to family...
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  Looking for a quiet car with a big boot for £30,000 - what do you recommend? 24 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I need a quiet, refined car with a big boot (600 litres) which is fun to drive and has good visibility. I currently run a top of the range Seat Leon which...
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  We need a car with good ground clearance but most SUVs don't meet the requirement. What do you advise? 19 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My partner and I are very fortunate to be taking early retirement and moving to Spain soon. Our property there is at the end of a 2km farmers' track, so...
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  I bought a 2003 Range Rover that's not fit for purpose. Why is my only option to go to court? 26 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Three weeks back, I purchased a 2003 Range Rover with a new MoT. Advisories were a slight leak on transfer box and mileage unreadable through failing pixels....
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  Do you have any advice on storing or selling a car I can't currently drive? 27 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've been advised not to drive anymore, but I have an immaculate, low mileage V6 Rover 75. My plan is to back it out of the garage, perhaps every couple...
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  I think a third party who's car I damaged is lying about repair costs. What should I do? 11 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  A month ago, I parked my car and stupidly didn't put the handbrake on. It rolled backwards and it scraped across the back bumper of another car. The only...
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  We've got a 2006 Defender. Should we hang onto it or sell it? 14 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We own a 2006 Land Rover Defender 90 TD5 (120,000 miles) and, unfortunately, due to higher road tax rates and congestion charges in clean air zones it'll...