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  I want a genuine part fitted under my insurance claim. 9 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I want an OEM replacement windscreen but insurance company want to fit a cheaper aftermarket windscreen as the car is nearly 4 years old. As it's a Mercedes-Benz...
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  Should I buy a petrol or diesel BMW or Mercedes? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I feel it is time to treat myself and am proposing to purchase either an E-Class Mercedes-Benz estate or 5 Series BMW Touring. Either will be less than...
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  Which dash cam gives a good value for money and specification? 15 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am buying a new car in October and wish to fit a dash cam. I've looked at various comparison sites and wonder what, in your opinion, gives a good value...
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  Towing Regulations, and Driving Licence Entitlements 11 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I passed my driving test way back in 1964 and therefore can tow a Maximum Gross Train Weight (MGTW) of up to 8250kg. However, drivers who passed their...
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  Garage recommendation 10 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  As a keen and weekly reader of your column in the Telegraph I thought I might ask you to congratulate Mike Turner of www.newcitroendeals.co.uk. My wife...
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  Pomp up the volume 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  As Cabinet Member with responsibility for Gloucestershire highways, I was concerned by the e-mail from J.S. of Stroud. In situations where there is an...
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  A car I agreed to buy has been misfuelled by the dealer - should I negotiate a discount or just reject it? 27 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have agreed a deal on a used Maserati Quattroporte Diesel and paid a £1000 deposit (to hold the car until collection) part of the deal was a full MoT....
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  Can you recommend a used 4x4 for skiing? 17 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking to buy a used SUV with four-wheel drive. We don't plan to do serious off-roading, but will use the vehicle for ski trips to the mountains....
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  Why are the results of tyre tests not widely published in the UK? 26 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to offer a tip concerning tyres, as I have read lots of advice but no reference to tyre tests. Even amongst premium brands, let alone the...
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  Which safe 4WD car offers fun, practicality and room for a family? 28 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a Mazda MX5, which I love to bits, but which isn't practical as it snows where I live, so the rear wheel drive isn't the best. I thought a 4WD...
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  Zafira vs Touran - which should I choose? 23 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  An enlarging tribe of grandchildren means I need to change my 3yr old 2-litre diesel Vauxhall Antara for a seven-seater. I have good offers on new...
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  Can I drive if my licence is expired but my renewal is being processed by DVLA? 12 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Isn't about time motoring organisations/press put pressure on the government regarding renewing over-70's licences? They are allowing cars six months grace...
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  Which petrol estate cars would you recommend for reliability, fuel economy and performance on a £12,000 budget? 21 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a petrol estate car, manual, up to 5 years old on a budget of £12,000. I'm looking for something reliable and economic, but also fun to drive....
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  What car should we buy for using four months of the year in the UK? 21 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I spend eight months each year abroad, and four months in the UK. My wife and I want a vehicle that is comfortable enough to get us from the south of England...
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  Separate featurette: 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
  On July 25 2009, you answered a letter by P.M. of Kineton who had received a "penalty" for overstaying while parking to eat at McDonalds. You advised the...
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  Buying a medium-sized family car - what would you recommend for £7.5k? 7 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a second hand, medium-sized family car for a budget of around £7500. I plan to use an auction broker to find a good used example (2/3 years...
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  Issues paying VED monthly by direct debit 27 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  On the 10th October I purchased a used car from a dealership, while there I set up a monthly direct debit for car tax, as far as I was aware it was fine,...
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  Buying a used car - Lexus or Peugeot? 10 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  We have a 'next-car' conundrum that we can’t stop agonising over and we really need some independent impartial advice. We would like a raised-height...
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  Which comfortable car for chauffeuring my elderly mother? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am seeking help for my current problem. I need a car to chauffeur my elderly mother which will give her excellent comfort, which will be reliable. I...
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  Faulty gearbox 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  In April this year I bought a 61-plate Hyundai ix35 2.0-litre diesel Style from Milton Keynes Hyundai. The car was seven months old when I bought it, and...