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  Saab 9000 a good buy? 24 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I need a reliable workhorse/load carrier, cheap until I can afford newer. I've seen a tidy Saab 9000 CSI for $1400 NZD. Two owners from new. Worth a...
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  Renault Zoe stalling 22 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is interested in leasing a Renault Zoe, but has heard that a friend of a friend was happy with one until she was driving along at 60mph and...
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  Buying a new BMW - 520d or 530d? 4 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to replace my BMW 520dSE which has been brilliant (17-inch wheels and sensible suspension). I am tempted to go for a new 530d but common...
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  What's the most reliable estate money can buy? 11 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2007 Vauxhall Vectra Estate which has served me well for the last 5 years, but I am now thinking about a change. Should I play the safe card and...
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  Are performance fuels worth the extra cost? 2 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Is standard or higher octane petrol used in EU economy testing? And is it worth paying the extra in an ordinary car?
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  Glow plug/engine management light coming on 29 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 14 year old Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDI with 170,000 miles on the clock. The car has run well, until recently. The glow plug/engine management light has...
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  Does the Audi A4 suffer with DPF problems? 22 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering the purchase of an Audi A4 2.0TDI (143 PS) SE Avant (2011/60). I use my car mostly for short runs of 5-10 miles with a monthly blast up...
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  Audi A3 diesel - does it suffer DPF problems? 24 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at a new Audi A3 diesel, can you tell me if this car has any DPF problems? And is it ok for regular short trips?
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  Would you recommend the BMW 1 Series 116d Urban? 2 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I commute around 100 miles round trip per day. Would you recommend the BMW 1 Series 116d Urban as a good engine size for this commute?
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  Best car for a 17 year old female driver? 28 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  A friend is intending to buy a small car for his 17 year old granddaughter to learn to drive in, safety is the overriding priority with insurance and running...
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  What's causing my Volkswagen Sharan to vibrate on idle? 10 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 2005 Volkswagen Sharan sometimes vibrates on idle. What’s causing it?
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  Winter tyres - can I have some advice? 2 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My car presently runs as standard on 205/55/r16 summer tyres on 6.5j alloys. I've been offered a set of 15 inch 6.5 j steel rims. Will fitting 205/60/r15...
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  Turbo cooling 10 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 2011 Mercedes C-class Blue Efficiency, with a petrol engine. Do I need to take special care before switching off the engine, because...
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  Warning lights on a 307 3 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My engine managment light as come on in my car and it says on my dash "antipollution fault." It's a Peugeot 307.
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  Diesel or petrol for my long commute? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I will be commuting 500 miles a week. after reading about Dual Mass Flywheel problems and Diesel Particulate Filters would I be better off with a petrol...
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  Fitted winter tyres - economy dropped by 3-4mpg 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The mpg on Lexus 450h has dropped between 3-4mpg after fitting winter tyres. Lexus dealer says that I am the first person to mention this. Is this normal?
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  Am I doing enough mileage for my DPF? 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Will weekly runs of 20 miles out, two hours rest, and 20 miles back be enough to burn off diesel particulates. The rest of the week the car does 8-10 miles...
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  My oil smells of petrol 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have just noticed that I can smell petrol from the oil filler cap and dip stick. The car is running perfectly and mpg and temps seem fine. Am I worrying...
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  Audi A4 Avant - what's causing the automatic transmission vibration? 3 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 Audi A4 Avant automatic. The problem is that it sometimes jerks and vibrates when pulling away. This is especially bad when pulling away...
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  Buying a used workhorse 20 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My son works in building trade. He currently runs a K reg Freelander. It has to go it is so unreliable, costs a fortune to keep on the road. He needs...