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  My car struggles at 30mph but refuses to change down a gear - is this a common issue with modern autos? 13 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My 2018 Jaguar E-Pace struggles at 30mph but refuses to change down a gear. There is a similar problem at 50mph (common speed limit at motorway roadworks)....
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  How many Datsun 260C are left in the UK? 10 Dec 2019 (Ask HJ)
  In the 70’s, my neighbour had a lovely brown Datsun 260C, registered in 1973. I believe the C stood for Cedric. What would be the Japanese equivalent today...
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  Is a TVR Tasmin a good investment? 4 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  There is a TVR Tasmin (wedge shape from the 80's) on eBay with a salvage yard that it is a Cat C write off due to light fuel line engine fire. The seller...
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  Do I have to leave my air con on all the time to stop the windows steaming up? 14 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a solution to preventing my car's windows steaming up without having the air con on permanently?
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  My five year old Audi A5 needs £1300 of servicing - is this a fair price? 10 Jan 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My Audi A5 will be five years old in February. It's been fully serviced by Audi since new, and covered 38,000 miles. I'm told by the dealer that I now...
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  How should I sell my 1980 Ford Capri? 13 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have an old 1980 Ford Capri 3.0 sat rotting away on my drive and I would dearly love to see it in the hands of a great enthusiast that has the time for...
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  Should I buy or lease a small car? 29 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  What are the pros and cons of buying versus leasing a small car?
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  Is there a comfortable, petrol SUV that feels sporty with a good load space? 22 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I need to find a petrol SUV with a high driving position that's good for long runs (have dodgy hip), has a sporty feel, decent size carrying capacity and...
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  Apart from rust - is there anything to look out for on the older Mazda MX5 models? 10 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a Mazda MX5 and don't want to spend more than £4000. I'm aware some early models are prone to rusty sills, are there any other things...
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  Is it necessary to change all four tyres at the same time on an AWD car? 29 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a current Ford S-MAX AWD which has Continental Contisportcontact 235/50 R18 W XL tyres which I shall have to replace shortly. Two questions, is...
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  What is the better SUV, Renault Kadjar or Mazda CX5? 11 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We have £15,000 to spend on a fuel efficient, reliable SUV. It's got to last 7-10 years and be cheap to run and service. Where would you put your money,...
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  Used Audi Q3 or new SEAT Ateca? 12 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am in the market for a compact SUV due to our one year old labrador out growing our Volkswagen Scirocco. I've narrowed my list to two: the Audi Q3 or...
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  When will the next-gen Porsche Macan be available? 13 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have decided to buy a new Porsche Macan S (3.0 litre petrol). Can you tell me if a new/facelift model is due anytime soon? And, if so, do you know roughly...
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  What power steering fluid should I use in my SEAT Ibiza 1.9 TDI? 7 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My 2006 SEAT Ibiza 1.9 TDI has a steering fluid leak somewhere. I read it´s important to use the right type of fluid, but can´t find the type in the manual....
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  Honda Civic making creaking noises 22 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My partner has been experiencing an issue with his Honda Civic whereby it is severely creaking at the back for the first five minutes of driving. Our local...
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  Used car caught fire after just 3 miles - Can I sue? 18 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a 2010 Mercedes S-Class 350CDI 7G-tronic from a local independent garage. I collected the car, but was forced to pull over after just...
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  Disappointed in Fiat Panda 4x4 - what should I replace it with? 18 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am very disappointed with my Fiat Panda 4x4. Although it is a comfortable and attractive car, it is extremely expensive to run (poor MPG) and in the...
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  Automatic gearbox issues with Audi A6 allroad 21 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My Audi A6 Allroad (2000 model) has a couple of issues. The first problem is with the gear selector indication light. Occasionally it lights up orange...
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  Unacceptable road noise on Audi A3 - what can I do? 19 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My recently purchased Audi A3 Sportback S-Line is fitted with 225/40 R18Y Contisport contact tyres which produce a lot of noise over 30mph. The dealer...
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  Fiat 500L depreciation 22 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Fiat 500L trekking in April 2014 for £21,300, a year later I was offered a part-exchange value of around £11,000 from the same Fiat dealer....