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  • Toyota Yaris D-4D Testdrive. 10 Mar 2002 (Forum)
    to Cornwall on a regular basis. This feels like a much larger car on the road. It was not twitchy and the ride was superb in comparison to the Honda Jazz which amplified virtually every little dimple in the road. I think Toyota have got it right with this one. You can't get better than 74 MPG. 10k Oil
  • 3 years with a Jazz CVT 29 Aug 2020 (Forum)
    of acceleration through the 'gears'. Came up with around 10 seconds from 30-70mph (which the forum member in question told me wasn't possible) and about 6 seconds from 50-70mph. Later on, i tried 0-60 and was pleasantly surprised that despite Honda quoting 12.3 seconds, it was actually more like 10.5
  • Is there anything I should look for when buying a BMW 320Ci SE, and is this a good deal? 17 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I am thinking of buying a BMW 320Ci SE Auto Coupe, 2.2-litre, 2004, one owner, full history, 34,500 miles, auto. It has extras including leather seats,...
  • Academic question 21 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
    I am an indecisive academic requiring help. In 1994 after months of deliberation and investigation, I bought a brand new VW Passat Diesel Estate and declared...
  • Which tyres are the most durable? 21 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
    Our 2012 Honda Jazz has just had an MoT which was all okay except for an advisory that the walls of all four tyres are cracking and need early replacement....
  • Why won't some insurers take on drivers over 80? 10 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
    I learned recently that some insurance companies will not take on a new over-80 driver which I quite understand. But it does mean (a) that if you're with...
  • Used family car - CX5? 3 Feb 2024 (Forum)
    quite dated), and mostly seem to be diesels. Not to keen on the tiguan / karoq / ateca trifecta. The Honda CRV has been discounted, and the newer RAV4 is out of budget I think. Audi Q5 would be nice, but examples at that price would be fairly high mileage also.  Have considered
  • Why is my insurance higher because I lived out of the UK for eight years? 15 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
    Please can you tell me why insurance comparison sites are now asking if you have lived in Uk since birth? I was born in UK as were all my ancestors. ...
  • Is pavement parking legal? 7 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
    In your answer 'Is it legal to park on the pavement' you state "if he is wholly on the pavement it is less clear if he would be given a ticket or not." Can...
  • Can I modify my car to make it ULEZ-compliant? 21 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 1999 Nissan Primera which does not comply with ULEZ emissions regulations. My only option is to scrap the car, but I will not get money for it...
  • Can I contact Rover to confirm my car's emissions? 21 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I have an issue with my Rover 1990 416 GTI Auto which I have owned from new. The V5C has no entries in the exhaust emissions section V1, V2, V3, V4, and...
  • What are the insurance implications of having tyres with an incorrect load rating fitted? 19 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
    What are the implications for having the wrong replacement tyre fitted for a car's performance and importantly, insurance cover? 185/55R16 83H tyres were...
  • Can I use all-season tyres on my EV? 7 Nov 2022 (Ask HJ)
    My Kia e-Niro has Michellin Primacy 3 tyres which perform poorly in the wet (they also have just over 2mm tread). My other petrol cars all have all-season...
  • Economical car for £10,000 budget? 13 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
    I need an extremely economical and reliable car to last three years whilst I go to university. I have £10,000 to spend. I’ve got about 100 miles a day...
  • Need a replacement car and have two teenagers. What do you suggest? 26 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
    My daughters Vauxhall Meriva is coming to the end of its life and, as she's a single parent with two teenagers, I'm thinking about a replacement for her....
  • Daihatsu Skywing - Hub-Over-Disk Risk 16 Mar 2020 (Forum)
    in. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UirzXEmnxVc He's talking about the Honda Accord. This guy seems to get away with it OK  (at about 4:40 in) on a Daihatsu Cuore, which has similar-looking brakes to the Skywing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVMbj0qoRRw&t=6s
  • What dash cams show your speed on the screen? 11 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking for a replacement dash cam with speed indication on the screen. Reviews on the Garmin 56 do not fill me with confidence, do you have any suggestions?...
  • Best small and reliable automatic car? 10 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
    We need a new or nearly new reliable small car. It must have an automatic gearbox, 4/5 doors, petrol engine and be large enough for long 200-mile trips....
  • What's the best portable jump starter? 21 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
    I'm thinking of buying a small, portable jump starter to keep in the glovebox just in case I get a flat battery. Is there a specific model or brand that...
  • What Christmas present should I buy someone who is into classic cars? 21 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
    I've seen a few of your Christmas gift guides and wondered if you have one for classic cars? Stumped as to what to get someone this Christmas. Any help...
 

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