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  Commutity service 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a daily commute to Birmingham. The rail service is expensive and takes longer than the car journey of 60 miles each way (half on empty minor roads...
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  Is there a way of improving the fuel economy of our Jeep Grand Cherokee? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has just sold her much-loved 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee and bought a newer one, a 2000 Grand Cherokee 4-litre petrol which has only 38,000 miles....
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  Automatic transmission in a small van? 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own an automatic transmission Renault Kangoo (petrol). I have done over 100K miles in less than six years. Never had major problems with it - fingers...
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  Which used car is best for the commute to work? 29 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm getting rid of my (reliable but thirsty) Ford Mondeo and need something reliable for a commute to work which is nearly 30 miles each way, with frequent...
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  Buying a used car for £5000-7000 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Toyota Carina with 147,000 miles, which has been very reliable and going well. Of course there are some age related issues on it, but it passed...
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  The generator game 28 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Why are hybrid cars petrol and electric? Would it not make it more economical on fuel to have diesel/electric hybrids?
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  What's a cheaper alternative to a Volkswagen California? 3 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I’ve been looking at Volkswagen camper vans, but can’t justify the cost. Are there any decent alternatives? I don’t need the sink etc, just a pop up top...
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  Can you recommend an economical 4x4 for £3000? 15 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  The wife and I have decided to consolidate our cars. We have a sporty car for the summer but we now want a car that can be used for long journeys and can...
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  What's causing my Subaru Impreza to 'clack-clack' when turning left? 8 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2002 LPG-converted Subaru Impreza Saloon with 120,000 miles. It is serviced regularly. Recently, when turning left, it has started to emanate...
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  Best luxury used car for £15k? 11 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am currently driving a Volkswagen Phaeton from 2006 and feel like it is time to upgrade it. I do love the Phaeton but it is getting a bit old now and...
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  Buying a used, cheap luxury car 27 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a choice between a used Cadillac CTS and a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class - not sure whice is the best car of the 2. Both priced are around £4000, both...
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  Need a car for the back of an American RV. What are my options 30 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I need a small car to fit in back of American RV. Width height are no problem. Only have 10'.3" (3120mm) max in length though. Smart car fits, but...
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  My wife's car is currently uninsured - can I drive it third party on my own cover? 9 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
  We just changed my wife's car and, pending my daughter taking it on, my insurance company confirm I can drive it third party on my own policy. Can it still...
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  Do people realise that lithium ion batteries, of the sort used in electrical cars, can be very damaging to the environment? 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  A lot is being made of lithium ion battery cars and hybrids, but there seems to be a stumbling block on range and cost, and probably on environmental grounds....
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  Money saving on motorway miles 10 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I live in Coventry and my partner lives in Reading. We do 1000 plus miles each month on the M40. Our three current vehicles are: a 1987 V8 Landrover station...
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  Which convertible sports car for £3750? 12 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a considered opinion regarding the best value soft top sports car with a meagre £3750 budget. I do a lot of home maintenance but can't...
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  Best way to challenge car valuation after write-off? 24 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Three weeks ago my wife's car, a 2003 plate Range Rover LPG, was hit outside our house by a drunk driver. The driver was arrested and charged. We have...
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  Diesel engine for L3H2 van - should get euro 6 compliant engine? 1 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  We are buying a L3H2 size van for conversion before Sept 2015. Should we go for a Euro 6 compliant engine as this restricts the range of models available?...
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  Be reasonable 23 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a '97 100k mile Merc S500 retail from a 2nd hand dealer for £2,750 5 weeks ago. The car has an LPG system I was told was working, it isn't....
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  Need a reliable second hand seven-seater - what do you recommend? 25 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Can you recommend a practical and economical second hand seven-seater? I have £8000 to spend and want to buy a manual car with a petrol engine. I have...