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• Chrysler Grand Voyager 2000 2.5td - electrical faults and loss of power above 2000rpm 20 Mar 2017 (Forum)
  to eat its gearbox 3k short of 200,000miles. This old car had served me well for the last 4 1/2yrs despite only costing £600 back then. In truth, this was such a good car that I have become accustomed to its reliablity, and mistakenly assumed all voyagers would be of a similar ilk, so when
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  What's causing the noise coming from my engine when I accelerate? 4 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My Audi Q3 140 TDI is four and a half years old, with a full five year Audi warranty. It has developed a low clatter, at about 2000rpm and noticeable particularly...
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  Is my DSG gearbox going to become problematic? 4 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Volkswagen Golf SV with a DSG six-speed gearbox. I have seen your reports that there have been many problems with these boxes. My car is coming...
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  Should I buy a 2011 Golf automatic? 2 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I love my Volkswagen Golf TDI, which I've had for 11 years. But I now want a car with an automatic gearbox. I have tried a 2011 Golf TDI auto and think...
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  Buying a small auto - What's best? 6 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to replace my Smart car to cater for my toddler. I want it to be as small as possible and an automatic. The Citroen C1 and Peugeot 107 look...
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  BMW 5 Series suffering intermittent fault - how can I fix it? 30 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My 11 year old BMW 525 has done 166,000 miles and is regularly serviced, but has now developed an intermittent fault which prevents the car firing up....
• Ford Mondeo - disposing a scruffy, uninsured car that runs 17 Feb 2014 (Forum)
  so if all goes to plan I will have a newer car soon. Only one insurance policy so the old one will have to be uninsured - I have off-road space for it. This also means I need to declare SORN on it to avoid trouble - this stuffs up a plan to keep it taxed and buy short-term insurance if anyone
• Citroen AX (1987 -1997) - 1989 1.1 RE, trouble with front brakes 16 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  I wonder if anybody can give me some hints. Reliable old AX11 that always starts well and runs well. Has been a cheap car to run and not much has gone wrong. Recently when braking sharply the N/S front wheel seems to lock up but the car does not pull to N/S when applying the brakes. Brakes work
• Should I buy what I want? 11 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  A new job starts soon and I need to sell my beloved MX5 and get something with a bit of boot space. Bearing in mind I'm a victim of driving pleasure addiction I don't want a diesel. The 3 cars I've shortlisted right now in the £2000-£2500 bracket are: Mondeo 1.8/2.0. I can pick up a 4 year old
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  Which used car is best for the commute to work? 29 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm getting rid of my (reliable but thirsty) Ford Mondeo and need something reliable for a commute to work which is nearly 30 miles each way, with frequent...
• Speeding (mostly excl cameras) Vol 45 21 Aug 2006 (Forum)
  and open fields the other. Sure I speed and TBH, would have been travelling close to 40 if I had my old C class. There must be a sligh error in the speedo reading and let's asy i was doing 33mph - is the old, unwritten rule for good weather and clear road rquation out of the window, ie: Speed of car
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  Best budget family car for under £1700? 12 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Which second hand cars are the most economical and reliable? I have a budget of under £1700 pounds. The car must be dependable and fit two child seats...
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  Buying a car with 4WD 20 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a four-wheel-drive hatchback. It must have a manual gearbox, a petrol engine, 04/5 seats, max 5 to 8 years old. I have around £10,000...
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  Which is the best fuel-efficient family car? 2 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace my Volvo S80 and have been looking at the new, very fuel-efficient diesel engine cars (Blue Motion, Greenline, Volvo Drive-e etc). But...
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  Buying a reliable small family car - new or used? 18 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a car for the first time and am a little confused! My conundrum is new vs. old. I'm pregnant with my first child so would like a...
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  Classic mistake 9 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a 1994 Mercedes 280SL at Barons Auctions, Sandown Park, Esher. The car did not reach its reserve and when the auction was over I approached...
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  Do any hybrids come with a spare wheel? 20 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to change car and want to buy a petrol hybrid but would like one that has a spare wheel or space for a space saver. Are there any cars up...
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  Should I buy a used car now or wait for January? 13 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I’m looking for a 2 to 4 year old small SUV, budget around £15k maximum, from a main dealer. Is November a good month to get a deal, or should I wait until...
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  Do Mazda 3s have battery problems? 25 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Do new Mazda 3s suffer from battery problems? We went for a test drive today and the salesperson had to charge the battery before the car would start....
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  Are classic cars exempt from the London Congestion Charge? 24 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a 1960 Morris Minor. I live in Central London. I understand that cars over 40 years old are exempt from the ULEZ, however, I can't find...