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• Ford Focus - When to change the car 6 Jun 2010 (Forum)
  I'm interested to know what others' approach is to deciding when to change the car. There seems to be several approaches to peoples car buying habits: 1. Get a brand new car every 1-3 years 2. Get a nearly new car every 3/5 years (regardless of use and condition of old one) 3
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  What happens to premium rate VED once my car is six years old? 13 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I bought and taxed my car in Jan 2024. It was first registered in May 2019, and had a list price above £40k so for 2024 I paid the additonal tax rate. Since...
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  Transmission transition 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Last October we replaced our 10-year-old Nissan Micra 1.3 automatic under the scrappage scheme, buying the new equivalent Micra 1.4 automatic. Comparing...
• Alfa 156 - New Battery 11 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  Need a new battery for my car, was going to order one on line, but decided to measure the old one. The old battery is longer but not as high and of higher ah rating then the ones that various web sites say is the battery type for my model of car there are no markings on my old
• Any - Leasing for a 21 year old 30 Oct 2015 (Forum)
  Partners 21 year old son want a lease car for 2 years, any suggestions on suitable companies to approach (price is imperative) and any pitfalls for this category to look out for? Many thanks 
• Toyota Yaris (1999 - 2005) - Yaris - old model or new? 8 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  If you had the choice, would you buy the old model Yaris or the new model? Heard several niggles about reliability of the new car.
• Ford Focus 2003 auto 1.6 Zetec. - Scrapping old car. 2 Aug 2022 (Forum)
  I have stopped using my Ford Focus that has an intermittent fault and have bought a newer car which I have taxed and transferred my insurance to. The old Focus is on my drive and I would not want to sell it to anyone with an intermitted fault, the bodywork does have some small dents
• Save How Much? 22 Mar 2005 (Forum)
  Its standard practice for car dealers to advertise new cars at £x000 off the list price. Gradually this practice spread to £x000 off a pre-registered car or even perhaps a few month old demonstrator. However lately some of the car supermarkets are advertising £x0000 off quite old second hand
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  There's a leak at front of my car 25 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have water leak dripping from the front of my car.
• Can you still tax car on old v5/2? 17 Sep 2005 (Forum)
  I?ve recently started trading in cars part-time and purchased a car from auction the other day, which only came the old-style v5, instead of the new document. (This was not disclosed on the auction house paperwork, so I only found out after payment) The DVLA website states that these are no longer
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  Are there any BSA classic cars left? 11 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I was once the proud owner of a BSA four-wheel front wheel drive car (BOA 666) and I was wondering if any such cars still exist, as I have been to an old...
• Anybody ever seen their old car after selling it? 11 May 2011 (Forum)
  This could be fun. Has anyone here sold a car on and come across it again? Or seen it on Auto trader or something? I did see my old Mk1 Mondeo 1.6 Saloon in an Asda car park about 18 months ago, it had 165k on it when i got rid of it over three years ago and its still in four shades
• Old "CAR" magazine enquiry 29 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  this magazine, but have lost it in various house moves. On a related tangent, does anyone have and want to sell any old issues of "Car" from the early days to late 80s early 90s? I would be interested in buying.
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  My 4-year-old Ford Fiesta has broken coil springs on both sides. Can I ask for a manufacturer contribution? 4 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My 4-year-old, 25,000-mile Ford Fiesta has developed a clunk at the rear. This has turned out to be broken coil springs on both sides. Is it reasonable...
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  Buying a 10 year old BMW 330d - what should I look out for? 2 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a 10 year old BMW 330d. My price range is about £4000, but I would welcome your opinion, as you often advise the pitfalls of purchasing...
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  Replacing Honda S2000 with Honda Civic Type S 9 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2002 Honda S2000 which has been great fun but it must go. I like the look of a Honda Civic Type S (old style - 2005) for everyday use. What do...
• Ford Focus - Sump Corrosion - 3 year old Focus 17 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  I have a three year old Focus (1.8 TDCi 135k) which a mechanic noticed has a serious rust problem on the sump pan. Said he'd never seen it on a car only 3 years old, it's high mileage but it has a panel underneath so the sump should be protected. The rust is quite deep not just
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  What's the best way of selling a one year old car, other than trading it in? 3 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
  What do you think is the best way of selling a one year old car, other than trading it in?
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  Buying a new mid size car 5 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  What do you think of the Ford Focus 1.6 Titanium petrol automatic. What compares?
• Which Old Car? 14 Jul 2006 (Forum)
  Has anyone got any ideas about old cars? I'm looking for something in the £600-£800 bracket. Not particularly interested in cars and don't believe in spending a lot of money on them. They seem to break down anyway however posh they are. I drive an Astra, N reg, at the moment, never really liked