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• VW Golf SV, Audi A3 Sportback, Mazda 6 - First car advice...Golf SV, A3 Sportback, Mazda 6 13 Jan 2018 (Forum)
  ) I'm down to Golf SV or A3 Sportback. Also heard Mazda 6 is a fun drive so willing to look into this. I did not like Honda Civic during test drive. I have a budget of around 5K, plus a big chunk for insurance, 2200 going by quote from confused.com (long story...I had several brushes with my now
• SEAT Alhambra 1.9 2001 - Time to Change 13 Sep 2017 (Forum)
  changing gear box oil. The other alternative l like is the Honda CR-V 2.2, though again l have heard of problems with gear change/flywheels etc. Lastly, can l make a case for an estate?  
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  What do you recommend to replace a Volkswagen Tiguan? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I love our 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan automatic with the 177PS engine. What vehicle would you recommend that will give the same comfort and ease...
• Vauxhall Meriva problems 18 Oct 2016 (Forum)
  went again. Took to different vauxhall dealer and fixed. One week later,awful noise coming from engine. Found out the engine mounting bolt had not been secured properly.  Fuel gauge failure followed. Finally got shot of it and have a super little Honda Jazz..
• That is the question.... - So the kids have left home......... 23 Jul 2016 (Forum)
  doors. What to go for......readies available to tune of around £7kish. Audi...mmm....common as muck and dull and boring unless S series and bone jarring ride and potentially expensive upkeep. BMW....nuff said. Cars I like the look of....Honda Legend, Mazda 6 or 3 MPS, Lexus IS250, Lexus GS300, Mazda
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  Which used diesel car is best for £6000? 13 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a used diesel car for £6000. It must be reliable and boast lively performance. I'd also like an automatic gearbox, but not essential. I have...
• New Focus RS 11 Mar 2016 (Forum)
  , and that as they were getting orders without viewings, there wouldn't be a chance to get in one for a few months. Then I queried the price. Okay £29995 I'd pay that. But with the extras fitted to bring it up to spec with my ST3, bumped the price up to £33,185. I questioned this price and that I could get a Honda Type
• New car for Mrs Happy Blue? 24 Oct 2015 (Forum)
  .  The facelift version of the Juke, doesn't address the boot issue, so I am going to get her to look at the Honda HR-V (although she says she doesn't need a Hormone Replacement Vehicle!), Mazda CX-3 and the Audi Q3. I think I could also tempt her into another Captur, as our family seem to like the one I have
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  Auto gearbox oil changes - when do I have to change? 3 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Both of my cars have a standard automatic gearboxes. Is there any mileage recommendation for replacement of the fluid in these transmissions. Curious as...
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  Family automatic with plenty of luggage space - what would you recommend? 10 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is expecting a second baby and needs a used automatic with plenty of space for her commute to school. Her average mileage is 8000 and a petrol...
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  Will a USB stick drain my car's battery? 10 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Does leaving a USB stick connected and/or a phone charger discharge the battery? My wife's Honda CR- has just done a 100 mile journey, yet a few days later...
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  What's the best small 4x4 for £16k? 24 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am planning to replace my Volvo XC90 for a slightly smaller 4x4 with decent economy. My budget is £16,000 and I have been looking at the MINI Countryman,...
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  Garaging a car for winter - should I disconnect the battery? 8 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 1995 Honda Civic, which doesn’t get used all that much. To keep the battery charged, I it out every other week, but I am now thinking of disconnecting...
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  Ford C-Max - will it suffer DPF problems? 20 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Motability scheme car is up for renewal and I’m considering a Ford C-Max diesel. Should I worry about DPF problems? I only do 5000 miles a year.
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  Can you recommend a used car that's suitable for family use? 3 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We need a reliable used family car. We cover 12,000 miles a year, which is mainly on motorways. I’ve got £5000 to spend and am thinking Honda Civic. Can...
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  What SUV for use in the States? 30 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My son is about to spend a year working in Ohio, USA and will be driving between 300 and 400 miles each week. Because of the harsh winter conditions he...
• tyota aygo fire. - engine lubrication 17 May 2013 (Forum)
  is thicker than 0W20. will this cause a problem,i assume both oils are fully synthetic. I am worried as 0w20 is a high tech oil for close tolerance engines,it originated from aviation requirements, and used by mclaren , mercs,suburu, honda etc..ow  20 is nanotech and specific application, I feel 5w
• Looking for a new (to me) car but with specifics! 27 May 2012 (Forum)
  less to insure than a Honda Accord (Grp 11)!) 3)Be ok on fuel and get 40mpg 4)Be infinitely reliable 5)Either diesel or petrol, although diesel is preferred I'd rather not have the complexity of a modern diesel with all its trickery. 6)Be Tax band J or lower. So any
• Any - Most reliable car/cheapest to run to high mileage? 4 Apr 2012 (Forum)
  , any recommendations from back-roomers for a reliable, low cost car to run to 250k - all my journeys are motorway so low-stress on the car. Thinking 3 years/30k miles old, £8k-ish. My current thoughts (all non-diesel!): Honda Civic, 1.8 vvti Seat/Skoda 1.4 TSI 120ps
• FIAT 500 (2007 - ) - Which colour does it look best in? 1 Mar 2012 (Forum)
  (as Honda seems keen to do with the Jazz). So, any views on the olive green? Or have you seen it in another non-white or non-red shade which looks good? Please let me know, many thanks. Robbie.