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  Is the lower powered 2.0 TDI powerful enough for a Volkswagen camper van? 3 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a Volkswagen Kepler camper van. It comes as standard with a 102PS diesel but is it worth upgrading to a 150PS and if so to consider...
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  Should we buy a diesel or petrol for our next car? 9 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We are considering buying a new car. Would you advise petrol or diesel as we understand the residual value of diesel cars will drop considerably and come...
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  Should I get the auto or manual Isuzu D-Max? 29 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a choice between an auto or manual gearbox on the Isuzu D-MAX, both 2.5-litre engines. Is there a preference? Not working the truck hard, just bit...
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  Are turbocharged engines problematic? 9 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Are all cars with turbos problematic? I keep reading about turbo failures which puts me off buying a new car with a turbo. Do you have to treat these turbo...
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  Can you suggest a 50mpg small petrol car? 10 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We currently have a 2014 Kia Sportage 2.0 CRDi, bought for towing a caravan. We’ve sold the caravan and now only do about 10,000 miles a year, mainly short...
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  Mitsubishi Shogun won't change gear 14 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My 2001 Mitsubishi Shogun has developed a gearbox fault. It started as a small glitch when changing gears, but now the car won't move. It changes gears...
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  Is the Volvo V50 a reliable car? 17 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have owned my Volvo V50 since I bought it new in 2012. The car runs fine, but I am retiring soon and wondering if it is a good car to keep for long term...
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  Splits in rear tyres - what's the cause? 28 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a Mercedes-Benz E350 Blu Tec Saloon new in April 2015. It has done 21,000 Miles including 3000 miles whilst towing a caravan. Due to pressure...
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  Mitsubishi Shogun - is there a problem with catalytic converters? 27 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a Shogun but am getting confused as to the model change from 2006. Some dealers say go for a 2007 onwards but one has just told me...
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  MGB GT 1967-non starter but need to be kept on road-What do I need to do to make it legal? 5 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Hi HJ. I have just got my old 1967 MGB GT back from my brother. He has knackered the engine and I need to keep it out front of my house as a non-runner....
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  Breakdown services - should I leave AA and join CSMA - Britannia Rescue? 26 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have received my AA renewal for Roadside, Relay and Homestart. The price quoted is £195. I have negotiated this down to £159. CSMA will provide me with...
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  Why does my classic cut out on the motorway? 30 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am the proud owner of a 20 year old Audi 100. It has done 98,000 miles and is well maintained. Over the past three years the engine has cut out on the...
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  Broken handbrake after recent repairs - should the garage pay? 17 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Mazda MX-5 apparently requires a complete handbrake lever assembly after being delivered to my local main dealer on a tow truck due to an oil leak....
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  Turbo failure on a Range Rover - do I have any recourse? 27 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a four-year-old Range Rover Sport bought new from a dealer. I have had all the servicing done by the same dealer on schedule. The vehicle has done...
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  Ford Galaxy suffering coolant problems 22 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 Ford Galaxy, which has covered more than 100,000 miles. A few weeks ago we took the car abroad, but the water coolant suddenly emptied and...
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  Reliability 12 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm tempted to buy a Seat Leon 1.4 turbo, but I'm wondering if small engines whirling like Dervishes to produce what a 1.6 or 1.8 normally aspirated petrol...
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  Should I change the runflats for conventional tyres on my 3 Series Tourer? 29 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Do you think it would be worthwhile spending about £300 for normal type tyres to replace the current run-flat equivalents on a BMW 3 Series Tourer in an...
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  Which all-round tyres do you recommend for my KIA Sportage? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2-year-old KIA Sportage last September as a tow car for our caravan. It does this job admirably, but proved less than good in snow (in the Alps)...
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  Which 4x4 crossover with an automatic gearbox? 21 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to purchase either a crossover or 4 x 4 vehicle. My main criteria are: High ground clearance (farm roads, rough ground), comfort and either...
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  Problems with a car bought at auction 17 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a car from BCA which had a mechanical report. This shows the car has a good battery, drives well but has a bit of smoke from the exhaust. The...