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  • Is it safe to mix normal and reinforced tyres on different axles? 1 Aug 2019 (Ask HJ)
    I have recently bought a 2010 Honda Civic 1.8 on 225/45 R17 wheels. It came with a mixture of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres - reinforced/XL on the front...
  • Any - car bonnet visibility aids 22 Sep 2017 (Forum)
    I test drove a Honda Civic yesterday. Even after raising the driver's seat to the maximum possible height and moving the seat forward, I could not see any part of the bonnet. This was a bit off-putting while driving. I currently drive a Ford Focus. In the focus, I can see part
  • Any - Cars for tall people (6' 4")? - and my experience. 26 Mar 2017 (Forum)
    , for example, "I would've thought the Ford Focus has lots of legroom but it doesn't", or "a Honda Jazz looks tiny but it has lots of legroom". I'll worry about sourcing the car at a good cost I just need to know a car to search for that has good legroom but isn't a big car. All suggestions welcome
  • What economical car is suitable for elderly and tall passengers that could also do 435 miles per week? 21 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
    I'm trying to buy a car suitable for my mother's mobility issues, my tall family members and my 435 miles per week. It also needs to take a walking frame...
  • Best 4x4 workhorse for under £10k? 24 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
    Never owned an SUV, van, nor pick up truck before, but I need one for a small business that I can throw a lawn mower, garden waste and tool chest in the...
  • Bought a faulty reconditioned engine - what are my rights? 31 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a reconditioned engine last week from a specialist supplier. However, after my local mechanic fitted the engine, it was diagnosed with a leaking...
  • Need a 4x4 for £7k - what do you recommend? 3 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    Having just moved to countryside, we need to buy a 4x4 to cope with country lanes and our steep drive. The car will do long journeys (+1hr) at least fortnightly,...
  • What should I replace my old Auris with? 6 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking to replace my Toyota Auris diesel. I'm not sure I want another diesel as I only average 44mpg on my 40 mile each way motorway return. My wife...
  • Sorry, it's a 'what car should I get' post! 1 Jun 2014 (Forum)
    at a 1.6 petrol focus or a honda civic from about 2002, but it was suggested that I pick up a diesel mk3 mondeo.  On paper, the car tax is the same and the insurance is only a bit more expensive (less than £100/year).  Room for 2 car seats and a passenger in the back and a much bigger boot
  • any - another one of those 'which car' questions! 5 Jan 2014 (Forum)
    considering it?   I would really appreciate any comments on the above vehicles (esp the Clio!) and any alternatives that I may not have considered. Did test drive an Auris about a year ago but found it gutless, tinny and a bit bouncy. We're only early 50's so maybe not ready for a Honda
  • Why are car prices going up? 3 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
    A few weeks ago, whilst enquiring at my local Mazda dealer about a CX-5, I was informed that there would be a £200 price increase in 2014 and also a newly...
  • Diesel engine losing power - what's the fault? 16 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    My 2007 Honda CRV diesel has started slowing and hesitating when putting my foot down on the accelerator. I took it to my local garage, who temporarily...
  • Audi A2 - Tappety Engine Noise Please Help! 19 Jul 2013 (Forum)
    Honda Civic before this and it did not make this noise thats why it concerned me. The problem is that I took it to a number of independant garages but all came back with different diagnosis which is causing me a major problem as I do not know who to turn to and I do not want to end up
  • Why don't you post up some beginner classes in engine maintenance? 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Our Honda CR-V is now back having had a damaged number two exhaust valve replaced and the one next to it, all other valves re-seated and head skimmed etc,...
  • Motoring Forums!! 22 Aug 2012 (Forum)
    Forum - - - Is the price of petrol going down anytime soon? Delorean forum - - - Just got back from the future and blew a head gasket. Please help. I'm from 1985. Honda Accord forum - - - Mum is giving me the car. Looking for some cheap, used 18 inch rims. Toyota Yaris forum - - - Do our cars use AAA
  • Advice for next car please... 15 May 2012 (Forum)
    that will be fun as well - I love how chuckable the Yaris is - so nothing too staid and boring please! Budget is around £5-6k and I'm hoping for nothing more than about 4 years old so I'm likely to get 8 years or so out of it. I've considered the Honda Jazz, latest Fiesta, Skoda Fabia
  • Next Car Advice/Recommendation... 27 Oct 2011 (Forum)
    it then I’ve probably looked at it, Volvo S40/S60, Ford Focus/Mondeo, Mercedes, Lexus, BMW  3/5, Seat, Honda, Toyota anything in the mid/large hatchback/saloon category I have considered! The last two I was looking at were a Mercedes C Class with 150k and a Lexus IS200 S with 80k, both
  • Car Cost Comparison Calculator 14 Sep 2011 (Forum)
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  • Seat Leon FR TDI - To replace or not? A diesel dilema 28 Apr 2011 (Forum)
    ) 2010 Honda Civic Type R (£15k) 2010 Mini Clubman Cooper S (£15K- This would be a leftfield choice for me!) Your advice and comments appreciated...
  • Should my daughter buy a Subaru Forester for patient visits in all weathers? 4 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
    My daughter and husband have baby and run a Honda Civic 1600 SE Auto and T reg Escort on last legs. They need two cars as she is a medic and he is to start...
 

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