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• Courtesy cars 30 Dec 2000 (Forum)
  On taking my car in for a service I was offered a courtesy car for the duration. Sounded good but I casually asked whose insurance applied and was told it was mine. But my insurance only covers me for 3rd party on anything other than my own car, so running the courtesy car was a big risk
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  Is there a suitable replacement for a Land Rover Defender? 19 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 25 yr old Land Rover Defender 110, it gets used for taking the dogs walking, runs to the tip, shopping, tows a caravan to the odd muddy festival...
• The best first wheels 23 Jan 2021 (Forum)
  , no contract lease with strict damage clauses. You buy it and run about in it care free, if done right. What then constitutes the best first car in your opinion? I say cast the net wide and look based more on condition and providence. But a shortlist can still be made from cars that have a good reputation
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  Is buying an electric car for commuting realistic at the moment? 16 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My daily commute is a 180-mile round trip on a variety of motorway sections, roundabout filled dual carriage ways and B roads. I currently drive a 2009...
• Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6i - Airbag light constantly off 9 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  whats wrong" so I got one, it told me that ignition coils 1 to 4 werent working at all and the ignition was faulty, so I started the car up and drove it back to the shop where I had bought it. Must mean I get a car runs on air because all the coils are shot and the ignition doesnt work, runs sweet
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  Which medium-sized car should we trade in our S-Class Mercedes and Volkswagen Polo for? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My motoring habits now consist of a few day trips and a six-week drive in the summer to Italy. When we go to Italy we take the long way round and cover...
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  Store car 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently purchased a 15 year old 1996 P Jaguar XJ Executive from an elderly gent who has decided to hang up his driving gloves. The car has full...
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  Runs in the family 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Further to our recent exchange of e-mails regarding runaway cars, did you see the report on main TV channels last night showing a lady and her husband...
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  Cab runneth over 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Having sold my previous car, a 1998 Audi Cabriolet, I'm now looking for a replacement with an automatic gearbox and would be grateful if you could advise....
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  Is there a camaera that can record any incidents - such as vandalism - when my car is parked? 20 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My car got keyed recently which got me thinking about recording while away from my car. What is the best/cheapest option when looking to purchase something...
• BMW, Audi, Lexus - What to Choose??? 27 Jan 2016 (Forum)
  ) I love the look of this car but it has it's pros and cons.  The pros, good looks, Low Tax and Running costs (though I read reports of the Efficient Dynamics efficiency dropping off dramatically after 40 - 60K miles which is why I'm not totally sold on it yet and if I chose this car
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  Are daytime running lights a good idea or not? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I understand that all vehicles sold within the EU will soon have to be equipped with daylight running lights. Until recently I have always regarded this...
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  Are both the Audi A4 TFSI 35 and TFSI 40 virtually the same? 17 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Are Audi A4 TFSI 35 and A4 TFSI 40 running cost the same (mpg, tax, emissions, insurance ) ? Apart from HP 150 and 200, all data i see varies. Some suggest...
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  What's the best family car for £12,000? 19 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at buying a used car for a young family, so ideally a five-door with ample boot space for a pram, plus extra for holidaying at home. It must...
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  Best replacement for Suzuki Wagon R+? 22 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has had Wagon Rs for the past 18 years, and we are looking to replace the current one, Our budget is up to £7000 and we are looking for a five...
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  Honda Civic - should I trade it in for something newer or run it into the ground? 19 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2015 Honda Civic. It is in a high spec with just 27,000 miles on the clock. It is the best car I have ever owned. With the current inflated prices...
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  Will short journeys in a diesel car cause issues? 3 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2014 Mercedes SLK diesel roadster. Will making multiple short journeys of 5-10 miles cause a problem with the exhaust system? If so, would some...
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  I need to commute long distances — should I get a hybrid or diesel car? 27 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm about to start a new job where I will need to drive up to 800 miles per week until I move house to be closer (expect this to be at least 3-6 months...
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  Is a cam belt change necessary? 9 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2015 Audi A3 e-tron plug in hybrid, and find it brilliant in every way. It was our main car but 18 months ago I passed it on to my wife, who only...
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  What practical and cheap to run car do you suggest to replace my ageing RAV4? 8 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I need to replace my three-door Toyota RAV4 as I need more space and five doors. I went for the RAV4 as I live in rural Cumbria and floods/snow are likely....