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Which roomy, comfortable car could replace our 2003 Honda Civic? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
How can I replace my 2003 Honda Civic with something just as roomy, quieter and more comfortable, yet still economical? She loves the Mercedes-Benz B-Class,... -
Citroen C-Crosser DCS, Ford Kuga Powershift or Hyundai Santa Fe Premium? 27 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Which, of the Citroen C-Crosser DCS, Ford Kuga Powershift and Hyundai Santa Fe Premium, is the most refined and comfortable for mixed short and long runs?... -
Are Nissan Navaras prone to engine failures? 18 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of getting a Nissan Navara, but I'm getting bad reports on them regarding engine failure. I'm looking at around an 04 or 06 reg. I would like... -
MK1 FORD FIESTA - MK1 FIESTA RUNNING PROBLEM 16 Jul 2010 (Forum)
Hi, i have a Mk1 fiesta 1981 1.1L, the problem is: when i start my car and drive away from cold it will pull away lovely with just a touch on the... -
Vauxhall Signum 1.9tdi (120bhp) - V'hall Signum - EGR valve - crystal balls anyone? 7 Jul 2010 (Forum)
: Assuming the swirl actuator valve is the problem, would something like redex or using premium fuel lengthen its life? Should I cut and run, getting another car? The Signum was brought with 7k on the clock, in the knowledge it's a high depreciator -
VW Group - Characterful PD Engine Note 25 Jun 2010 (Forum)
of my fathers ship at about 8 years old. I was (am) interested in engines, and my father, the Chief Engineer, told me to stay put while the full starting sequence (required by Lloyds insurance) for all the auxiliary generators and compressors, then the main engine was run through. By the time the main -
Can you recommend a low-cost, reliable small car? 22 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
A member of my family is having to drastically reduce outgoings but still needs a car for local journeys. I realise that there is no such thing as a "cheap"... -
Which first car would you recommend for an 18-year-old for £2500? 6 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm 18 years old and don't have any no-claims bonus (I just passed my test two months ago). I'm looking for a used car for less than £2500 if possible.... -
Would the Honda CR-V be a good replacement for our S-reg Audi A6? 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have to replace a much-loved and travelled S-reg Audi A6 2.5 TDI quattro and need a 4-wheel drive car - something good value, economical to run, roomy... -
Is it safe to 'chip' my Volkswagen Bora to increase the power output? 20 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
My 120,000-mile Volkswagen Bora runs perfectly with 90bhp, but I would like more power. A professional auto-tuner has quoted £200 to chip the car to 120bhp... -
nissan primer p11 144 - revving problem 16 Apr 2010 (Forum)
hi, i have a nissan primera 2l 16v se+ 1999, the other week the engine management light came on but the car run fine, so the other day i had it put on a computer to find out what was wrong, it came back with bank 1 lambda sensor down (was told this was the 1 on the top of the manifold) so drivin -
Peugeot 307 SW (2002 - 2008) - 07 2.0 Surging after running out of diesel 13 Feb 2010 (Forum)
Two weeks ago I ran out of diesel (because I didn't want to have to wake my newborn son to go in and pay - silly mistake). I called Peugeot Assist & a... -
Peugeot 307 (2001 - 2007) - 02 2.0 slight misfire and poor idling between 1000 11 Jan 2010 (Forum)
Hi Hope somebody can help me before i go mad, All for injectors (siemens) tested no fault. compression test no fault. Maf Sensor changed vehicle seemed to run fine and repaired. I collected car following day to discover fault still there and not fixed. Mechanics have no had it on diagnostic -
Coupe climax 24 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a new/nearly new car early next year. My budget is £20k-£25k and I fancy a coupe or a cabriolet. I want Something economical to run... -
Summer soft-top/classic 18 Jul 2009 (Forum)
is it... As you can see/know the sensible choice is the Mazda all day long. I am put off with the idea of constantly battling rust on the two BL cars...but I like the idea of running one. What does everyone think. Anyone got any experience of running one of these. Thanks -
Does aircon normally run when heater is on? 23 Jun 2009 (Forum)
My car's heater control valve packed up about a month ago, which means hot water never gets to the heater matrix but the blower and a/c work fine. I'll... -
Uncover operation 20 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
My Jazz is 3 yrs old at the end of August and I'm considering whether to replace it (before the bills start) or extend the warranty. If I went, for instance,... -
Audi A3 + S3 (1996 - 2001) - 00 1.8 Grinding/drooning noise - but not turning 12 Jun 2009 (Forum)
right, but disaapears when i turn left at that speed. When i first noticed it i thought tyres. I am running Conti 2's on the front and they are lowish on tread but i have run lower with the same tyres with no problems. The pressures are all fine. Also, to add to the confusion, i recently had a service -
Morris - Minor 1955 998 water in the oil 18 May 2009 (Forum)
A few weeks ago I managed to let the old Morris overheat and boil dry. After it cooled down and I topped up the water she was running fine but then after going a couple of miles she emptied out all the water through the radiator overflow, I believe. I was advised that this was a classic case -
Skoda Felicia (1995 - 2000) - 1999 1.3 intemitent starting problem 1 May 2009 (Forum)
and turn the key ( start it in gear ) it starts and keep running, when it is running its a bit lumpy sounding and when i clutch and brake to come to a stop the revs drop to 500 from 750, sometimes thay drop to 400 and the car cut out but thats when the engines cold. the plugs are good and the ignition