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  Which 5-door car with good accessibility and an automatic gearbox would you recommend for my in-laws? 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have been asked by my in-laws to sort out what will probably be their last vehicle, to replace their trusty Nissan Almera, which they now find a bit...
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  Which safe, comfortable hatchback would you recommend to replace my Renault Laguna? 5 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I may well change my car - can you make any suggestions please? We are both retired and travel abroad without the car several times a year so our annual...
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  Why don't salesroom staff do more to inform customers about the need to regenerate diesel DPFs? 6 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I’m no great fan of the EU, but I think your reply to GR of Warrington blaming them for the clogging of particulate filters was a bit off the mark. Yes,...
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  Difference of a pinion 19 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  As a former owner of a Porsche Cayman and having used the Porsche facilities at Silverstone, I think AC is right to be concerned over performance on icy...
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  Sixties cars 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  We are both retired and in our sixties. My present car is a 2003 reg Toyota RAV-4 (3 door) with only 35,000 miles on the clock (less than 5,000 miles a...
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  Swap me and buy one 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
  This month I come to the end of a 3 year lease and will have the option to purchase my 2006/56 Ford S-Max 1.8TDI with panoramic sunroof, runflat tyres...
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  My front tyres are cracked - do I need to replace them? 16 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My Peugeot 3008 has Michelin 205/55 R19 tyres. Despite only 10,000 miles the the front ones show cracking on the outside treads. Are they safe to drive...
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  Is the Renault Master a reliable choice as a camper van? 18 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a 2010 Renault Master automatic which done 60,000 and has service record. Does this model with a 2.4 litre engine and automatic...
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  Has Audi changed the timing belt renewal interval? 30 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Has Audi changed the timing belt renewal period for 2018 A4 1.4 TFSI?
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  What's the best car for a new driver? 20 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My grandson,17,has just passed his driving test and is looking for a first car. Can you advise on which models to choose based on reliability and insurance...
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  What's the best vehicle for towing a horse box? 17 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I need your advice for the most suitable towing vehicle for a horse box (with two horses). I need something that will be able to tow 3000kg to 3500kg....
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  Are insurance premiums going up? 14 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Are insurance premiums increasing in 2023?
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  How can I clean the headlamps on my Jaguar XK8? 7 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  The glass on the headlights of my Jaguar XK8 are becoming misty, not bright and clear as they should be. I'd be reluctant to replace them - they are only...
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  What is causing uneven tyre wear? 2 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My Kia Ceed has a noise which sounds like a wheel bearing problem. My garage says it is due to uneven tyre wear, i.e. going round the circumference wear...
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  Are extended warranties worth the extra? 1 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Are extended warranties really worth taking out? I have a BMW X2 and have been offered an extended warranty by BMW Warranty sales. The cost varies from...
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  Need a reliable and efficient used car for under-£22k 31 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a nearly new second-hand car. I am looking for which vehicles to consider in terms of fuel economy/looks/value for money/manageable...
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  Can I reject a vehicle that broke down while being delivered to me? 30 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  A new Volkswagen campervan has broken down whilst being driven to me on trade plates. It is being registered to me from 1 July 2020 and all monies have...
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  Can I retrofit power steering to a 1999 model? 16 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1999 Toyota Yaris - the model without power steering. Is there a way to get power steering retrofitted? I really want this great runner to keep...
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  I unknowingly bought a damaged used car from a dealer. What are my rights? 24 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a used car from a dealer one week ago and it's come to light that the vehicle has been in a crash and repaired poorly. The rear nearside door...
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  What's the best 125 scooter for a tall rider? 14 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  What's the best 125 scooter for long-legged riders?