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  Does the Mazda CX-5 suffer from DPF problems? 30 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a Mazda CX-5 2.2 diesel automatic (2WD). I have two questions :- (a) Will the above vehicle be adequate to tow a caravan, 1300kgs...
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  Best used car for £18k - Volvo or Mercedes? 23 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a used car family estate with 10-20,000 miles for around £18,000. On the basis that can't afford a BMW 320d and think Audi Avants are...
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  Rough running Volvo V70 - what's wrong? 19 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2008 Volvo V70 D5 Auto. At approximately 1600rpm the car stutters and feels sluggish. In park, at the same rpm, there is a roughness / imbalanced...
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  Buying a used car - what would you recommend? 7 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking to replace our old Volkswagen Golf Plus, which we love to drive. The problem is we need a bigger boot and better fuel economy. We'd prefer...
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  Volvo S40 D4 Geartronic - a good used buy at a bargain price? 24 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's leased Volvo S40 D4 automatic is coming up for renewal and the lease company have offered to sell it to us at a good price, which is £4000 less...
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  Buying a new automatic hatchback with lots of extras. 14 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 2006 model Toyota Yaris T Spirit five-door with automated manual gearbox. Would like to replace it with similar car with same features....
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  Why does the flywheel recall for the Audi A3 only apply to the manual model and not the automatic? 23 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 Audi A3 DSG Auto which has only done 46,000 miles. The car was stalling so Audi checked it on their computer and found no problems. Then...
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  Why is my Jaguar XJ Super 8 automatic's gearbox 'thumping' when changing gear? 4 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 2003 Jaguar XJ Super 8 automatic has recently been making an occasional, mild, gearbox "thump" when changing up from first to second gear, together...
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  Did speed cushions damage the tyres on my wife's Ford Focus? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'd like to pick up on two things that you constantly bring to the fore: speed cushions. My wife recently had her car MOTd and we thought it would sail...
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  What do Tiptronic and Kompressor mean? 18 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I've been doing lots of research on Mercedes before I buy. What's Tiptronic and Kompressor mean? Currently investigating private sale, sounds good. 1.8...
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  What's the best car for a tall elderly driver? 23 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  With the ULEZ zone due to expand I need to change my diesel Toyota Corolla Verso for something compliant. The problem is I am 6ft 10 inches tall and have...
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  Does my Hyundai i40 Tourer have a gearbox problem? 20 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently purchased a 2018 Hyundai i40 Tourer diesel with an automatic gearbox. The car has done 42, 000 miles. On two recent occasions when I get...
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  I need a comfortable, reliable, automatic car - should I buy an EV? 6 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I require an automatic car because of knee problems. My annual mileage is around 6,000 miles a year. Is now the time to go all electric? I also have solar...
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  Small car with raised driving position for £30,000 - what do you recommend? 11 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has been driving an SUV and now wants a much smaller car - but still with an elevated driving position to ease entry and egress. She would like...
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  Need a £15k car with high seating position, automatic gearbox and petrol engine 25 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We are both in our 70s with some knee and hip issues but generally quite mobile. My wife has a Suzuki Splash which she is happy with but I find it too...
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  Can you suggest an automatic that would suit me for under £4000? 30 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I recently suffered a back injury leaving me with some discomfort and a weak left leg. I'm looking for an auto, up to 2.0-litre, 3 or 5 door hatch to suit...
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  My new Volkswagen Amarok keeps making a strange grinding noise when engaging drive - what could it be? 7 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have just taken delivery of a brand new Volkswagen Amarok with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. On a number of occasions now the vehicle has made a nasty...
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  What should I look out for when buying a 1999 Honda CR-V? 5 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a Honda CR-V 1999 automatic with 135000 km from a private seller. What should I look out for? Any advice is appreciated.
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  Is a low mileage pick-up a good buy? 1 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have the opportunity to purchase a well looked-after Nissan Navara 2.3-litre diesel auto. It has 9000 miles and was first registered in May 2016. The...
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  Which small auto is best? 8 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  The lease on my top of the range Kia Rio ends in the autumn. I've enjoyed the 1.4 engine, heated front seats and general space, but the ride is harsh around...