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  Will smaller wheels improve the ride quality of my wife's MINI Cooper S? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My wife runs a 2003 MINI Cooper S which she has had from new. In truth she would have been better served by a Cooper, as the ride quality is not good and...
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  Ford S-Max Auto : Diesel vs Petrol ? 16 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought an S-Max 2.0 TDCI Auto six years ago for motorway commuting but then promptly moved to rural Dorset instead. I love the S-Max and plan to get...
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  Can I challenge an incorrect write off category? 27 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Can I challenge a Category S write off? My Renault Kangoo was rear-ended at about 3mph and sustained no chassis damage. The bodyshop said it was Category...
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  We unknowingly bought Cat S write-off car, what can we do? 22 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Three years ago we bought a Vauxhall Corsa from a dealer, all HPI checks came back clear. We recently tried to sell the car to be told that it is a Cat...
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  When should I change the timing belt / chain in our Ford S-Max? 27 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We drive a RHD 2009 Ford S-Max that we bought new when we lived in UK. It has now completed 73,500 miles. When should I have the cam belt/chain (not sure...
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  Which MPV? 4 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to replace a 56-plate Mazda 6 Estate with something smaller now my twin daughters are 5 and no longer need a double buggy etc. I do short...
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  Jaguar XF ride quality 18 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Jan 2009 2.7D Premium Luxury XF with 19 inch wheels 4 months ago. The car is fabulous but the ride quality over the poorly maintained roads...
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  What does my 180,000-mile Jaguar S-Type need in terms of servicing? 30 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Could you please advise the running and servicing costs for the Jaguar S-Type? It has done 180,000 miles but runs like a beauty. I only paid £850 for it...
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  How do I replenish my Citroen C5's DPF additive? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Please can you advise how to replenish my Citroen C5's DPF additive, and where is the tank located?
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  216i S AUTO jerks when stopping or start to move 11 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2000 (w) reg 216 auto but it's developed a problem. It jerks violently when stopping and it jerks suddenly when releasing the brake to drive forward....
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  Coronavirus self-isolation advice for the over-70s - can I still drive my car? 17 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  It appears that the Government will be 'forcing' the over-70's to stay indoors. Surely, I can take my car out for a drive (on my own, windows shut and...
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  Can you recommend a reliable SUV? 2 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of replacing my Renault Modus diesel with something bigger. Ideally, a crossover or SUV, with similar fuel economy to my Modus. The car must...
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  Should I sell my Jaguar S-Type now? 4 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 Jaguar S-Type [manual] on a 55 plate with 32,000 long distance miles on it (no short trips). It has the sport interior, heated windscreen,...
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  New Audi A6 suspension 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Am about to order a new Audi A6 2.0 TDI Auto on contract hire. Really prefer the look of the S Line to the SE, and it is only an extra £8 per month. I...
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  Can you recommend an automatic with high seats, comfortable suspension and lots of boot space? 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am eighty, and have a fourteen-year-old Toyota Corolla automatic that has given me no trouble at all, and continues to do so. I am thinking of changing,...
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  Manguler gearbox 5 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  In your reply to WS on 8/10, you warn of the need to be careful with automated manual gearboxes but do not specify the problems. I intend to replace my...
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  Which tyres for S-MAX? 7 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I've got an S-Max 2.2 Diesel - a fine car that I'm pleased with. I got it from Ford Direct with odd tyres on it, though, something I wouldn't normally...
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  Sweetest seven 24 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I need a good-sized 5-seater with occasional seats for 7 to replace my VW Touran. We have test driven both the Ford S-Max and Hyundai Santa Fe but cannot...
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  Which non-diesel for a three-child family? 10 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have three children, aged between 10 and 13. I am thinking about buying a Ford S-Max as it seems spacious and provides more flexibility on seating than...
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  Should I buy an old, low mileage car or a Cat S car? 24 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have seen a few very low mileage, one owner Kia Venga and Honda Jazz 2008 for sale. Mileage as low as 15,000 miles. Are they a good buy or should I...