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• Bought another cheapie. 24 May 2022 (Forum)
  by the budget of £2,000, a need for low insurance, enough space for elderly parent plus walker frame, reliability and minimal cost overall. I shortlisted the Honda Jazz, Ford Fusion and Nissan Note as front runners but began searching with an open mind. I looked at several examples of each, all in relatively
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  Does my car have to be serviced at a main dealer to preserve the warranty? 9 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm buying a new Mazda CX-5 40 miles from where I live. I'm 77 and don't want to travel this distance for servicing, is there any way round this to preserve...
• XBUS light electric modular utility vehicle 21 Nov 2021 (Forum)
  I think I have found the perfect vehicle for me to move into an EV for my work. Perfect regarding its dimensions (similar length and width as a Honda Jazz!), its payload, its range(*), and its looks(!).  This is a German company who have come up with a brilliantly simple modular
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  Which versions of the Kia Picanto use a torque converter gearbox? 6 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Can you help me identify the manufacturing years in which the Kia Picanto was fitted with a torque converter rather than a semi-automatic gearbox? I've...
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  Our car was backed into whilst stationary. The other party wants to pay for damages but should I still tell my own insurer? 2 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Our car was backed into whilst stationary. The other driver accepted liability and wants to pay for the damage subject to estimate. I have not yet been...
• Stelvio Quadrifolio - Not impressed. 13 Dec 2019 (Forum)
  we deploy 500 horsepower to make any better progress. All the while we were subjected to a marginal ride, cramped accommodation and 21mpg. Subjectively the Honda CRV in which we drove to Geneva earlier this way was better in nearly every respect. When maneuvering on anywhere near
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  Does historic vehicle tax require the vehicle to be insured? 12 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have acquired a 1978 motorcycle which I will be restoring. I have accordingly applied for a SORN, with the intention of applying for historic vehicle...
• BMW 3 Series Touring - My 11 year old diesel 3 series touring 26 Aug 2019 (Forum)
  is a bit silly at my mileage, so maybe a nice used car. BMWs are nice but the newer 3 series are even bigger than my E91, which is big enough, and nowhere near as nice to drive. I want something reliable, and Hondas and Toyotas are often recommended as good used buys. Any suggestions for one that drives
• Mazda 3 - The perfect 10k used family car 11 Jan 2018 (Forum)
    We’re planning to head out to showrooms over the next few weekends to have a look at examples but wanted to know if any one had any thoughts on this list ot an obvious choice that I was missing (I thought about the Honda Civic but doesn’t interior seems a little dated when looking at the budget
• Any - Portable car ramp buying advice 20 Oct 2017 (Forum)
  I am thinking of buying a pair of car ramps. This is so as to get under the car for underbody checks, washing the underside, etc. Any advice on a suitable ramp would be appreciated. This is for a Ford Focus and potentially a Honda Civic. Please can you suggest a good make
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  Should I get a hybrid car or an EU6 diesel? 29 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at replacing my Honda FR-V with a Lexus NX or Land Rover Discovery Sport. My heart is with Land Rover, but build quality seems to be an issue...
• RAV4 vs Outlander 19 Aug 2016 (Forum)
  I am looking to buy a good sized SUV to replace a Honda CRV that I have recently had nothing but issues with (long story which I will not bore you with). In looking at a few options I like the respective merits of the RAV4 and am pretty familiar, and comfortable with, Toyotas having owned
• Peugeot 3008 - Buying a crossover but which one 7 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  suggested I should go for reliable brands like Honda, Hyundai, KIA or Nissan. I should buy a used car from a dealer with low milage.  So my questions is what is my best option? My budget is GBP 15000. I would love to have a Nissan Qashqai but only manual is available in that budget
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  What's the best automatic car for £3000? 23 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have just got my driving licence and am looking to buy an used economical automatic car, with a budget of £3000. I like the Toyota Prius MK2 (2003) with...
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  Which car for a 24-year-old female? 11 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am a 24 year old girl looking for a little run around car, currently have a MINI Cooper S Convertible but it's not getting its use. I am looking...
• Car with similar performance of Citroen C3Airdream 8 Jul 2014 (Forum)
  below the insurance is around £220) 2. Ford Mondeo 3. Hyundai i40 4. Honda CIVIC Any suggestions welcome.
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  Buying a used car with high mileage - what do you recommend? 27 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I'm being forced out of my company car and need to buy my own. My budget is £7000 and I'm looking for a 2009 onwards high spec Ford Mondeo or Honda Accord...
• Please help me choose a car for a long commute 6 Jan 2013 (Forum)
  series - would be looking at a high mileage car. Problems seem to be occuring around the 100k mark (and before in some cases) on these cars with DPF which look expensive. Seems a risky purchase. Honda Accord - Good cars but again don't look great on the MPG
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  Is buying on finance the best way of getting a good deal? 16 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Does the Chevrolet Cruze have the same engine and automatic gearbox as an Astra, Suzuki, or SAAB? I went to a car dealer about a Honda Jazz and the finance...
• Advice needed on low cost (mostly) motorway drivin 12 May 2011 (Forum)
  . - I have about GBP 10,000+ to throw at the problem. - I do about 20,000 miles per year. - I am in my early 50s. - I have 3 years no claims bonus.   MY INITIAL THOUGHTS: I have been advised to buy an old second hand Honda Accord, c. 1996 which apparently "never break