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  Which coupe is best - Peugeot RCZ, AUdi TT and Toyota GT8 25 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have about £14,000 to spend on a stylish coupe. I like the Peugeot RCZ, Audi TT and Toyota GT86. Practicality is not an issue. Which would you recommend...
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  Buying a used Suzki Swift - which model is best? 29 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a used Suzuki Swift - around 2010/11 and under 20,000 miles. Could you recommend the best spec (SZ2/3 for e.g) and engine size (1.3/1.50)...
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  Can I fit different wheels to my Jaguar X-Type to improve tyre wear? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Jaguar X-Type 2.2d Sport is a pleasure to drive, but a hard drive and harsh. With the low profile tyres on 18-inch alloys the wear on the rubber is...
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  Should I buy a Citroen 2CV to leave at the airport in France for use during my monthly trips? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have the idea of a left-hand drive 2CV to take to France, with a view to parking at the airport and driving it on my monthly trips instead of hiring...
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  Which safe, cheap-to-insure car for my 18-year-old son? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 18-year-old son has decided to take up driving lessons and will eventually have a car of his own. What would you recommend as his first car? My issue...
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  Does it harm our car engines to run them for a few seconds when moving the cars on the drive? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We change cars around in our drive. This takes seconds rather than minutes. According to a recent article this is doing the petrol engines no good at all....
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  Warning lights flash on when I brake in my 307? 9 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  When I brake the warning light for ESP comes on followed by the ABS light. When I turn off the ignition and restart the car the lights go out until I brake...
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  Am I likely to face any major problems in my Audi A6 quattro? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My job requires me to drive around 25,000 miles pa, mostly on long, dull motorway trips. I am currently using a 2008 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Auto Quattro Avant....
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  Replacing my parents' Focus? 10 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My parents are intending to replace their 2002 Ford Focus with something larger and more comfortable. A high driving position is preferred but not essential...
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  What is causing my Volkswagen Eos to feel sluggish when cold? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volkswagen Eos with a TDI engine and DSG gearbox. It's four years old, but only shows 28,000 miles with four Volkswagen main dealer services....
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  Moving to a more economical car - but I don't want to downgrade 6 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I currently driving a SEAT Leon FR TDi. I love it, and the high spec, but I am not getting to drive it as much as I used - and consequently, I am looking...
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  Jeepest item free 22 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Our Jeep was recently stolen from the drive. It was very old 1995 and not worth more than about £500. My husband has a protected no claims bonus and an...
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  Why are some insurance companies excluding cover for old age? 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I thought other readers might be interested to know of my car insurance experience today and wonder how widespread this attitude is. I am a fit 81-year-old,...
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  Buying a 4x4 for caravanning around Europe 25 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We want to tour Europe with a four-berth caravan for about the next three years. So, heavy duty mileage, and possibly a heavyweight caravan. We think...
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  Which British-built car should we buy? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We would like to replace our Mercedes 300TE and Volkswagen Polo 1.4 with a fuel-efficient, low maintenance car which is spacious enough to carry two sets...
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  Engine cutting power when driving 12 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  The car suddenly has no power but the engine does not stop. I have to pull over quickly turn the engine off and then wait about 10 seconds. When I restart...
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  Which small car offers good disabled access? 2 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We currently run a Toyota Verso but my wife finds it too big and the poor turning circle puts her off driving it altogether. We want a small car that is...
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  Problematic motorway cruising in a Vectra 22 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  When driving on the motorway at about 70 mph the engine management light comes on and the engine loses power. It doesn't do it when driving around town...
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  Shall I buy a Dacia Duster petrol or diesel 21 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Intending to buy a Dacia Duster. We have a long unmade drive and often feel the effects of winter. Currently run a diesel Multipla for a family of five...
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  My boyfriend has just passed his test - what should he buy? 10 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My boyfriend has just passed his driving test at 59 and now wants to buy a car for getting to work, about 15 miles a day and some leisure use. He only...