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  Are hire cars ULEZ compliant? 9 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  A friend in Australia who is travelling to the UK asked me if hire cars are ULEZ compliant. Personally I would have thought so as they are unlikely to...
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  Where should we sell my father's classic Volkswagen Beetle? 6 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My father has a Volkswagen Beetle 1200cc which is reasonably good condition (for its age). At 96 he can no longer drive and wishes to sell the car. He...
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  Should I swap my old C220 CDI for a C350 petrol? 18 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2007 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI. A friend is selling his 2011 C350 petrol. I only do 5000 miles per year and my diesel is more economical to run, but...
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  What's a good first car for someone who lives in London? 21 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My London based 26-year-old grandson wishes to purchase his first car for occasional journeys out of London, especially to play golf. He wants a fun 'snazzy'...
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  Do ex-management cars go through dealer multi-point checks? 30 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  When buying an ex-management car I'm told that they go through multi-point checks by the manufacturer. How true is this? I tried to buy a one year old...
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  What small, family cars can I tow behind a motorhome? 17 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've just bought a motorhome and I want to tow a small-ish car behind it (in UK). It must also act as a family car (2 adults and sometimes grandchildren)....
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  Faulty car DPF 3 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a new diesel ASX the problem started after 8 months. Oil light stating level to high. Cars now 22 months old, done almost 16.000 miles. Same...
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  Buying a used car for £8k - Toyota or Volkswagen? 24 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My budget is between £8000 to £11000. I drive 50 miles on the motorway everyday and really want a reliable car. I've shortlisted the following cars: Toyota...
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  Should I buy a car if the DPF light is on? 6 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering purchasing a 2005 Volvo V70 2.4 D S for about £5000. The dealer allowed me to take the car to my mechanic to give it the once over and...
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  In the context of automatic speed management, can a driver using this system be charged for speeding? 16 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I heard with incredulity the plans of some crackpots within the EU who want to fit to all new cars and some old cars with a device that automatically cuts...
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  Which car for a tall, disabled pensioner? 31 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I thought I'd found driving heaven when I bought my Lexus in 2010, until my average mpg became clear. I can slide into it easily, it is comfortable for...
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  Buying an estate car? 29 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking at getting an A6 Avant. If I go for an old shape 2011 plate with 15,000 miles on the clock I am looking at roughly £20k. If I look at the...
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  What first car for a 25-year-old who drive high miles? 12 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Son has just been offered a job in Sheffield which would mean him leaving home and buying his first car. He has been driving 7 years (he is 25) and...
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  I need a reliable family car up to five years old. 3 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to buy my first car (22 years after passing my test) and need a family car which is both reliable and economical. Not particularly bothered...
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  Which car can I replace my Jaguar S-Type with? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have driven Jaguars for the last fifteen years, but would like to downsize for my next car. What models should I be looking at to replace my S-Type that...
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  Does my Panda have traction control? 18 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My new Panda cuts out heavily under hard acceleration in bottom gear. It could be traction control but if so it cuts in early and hard and is verging on...
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  Buying a new small car? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have currently a Smart Passion Diesel which is just under 1 year old. So far I have been delighted with the car but my driving mileage is going to dramatically...
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  What's the best open top car for comfort and cruising? 28 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Can you suggest something frivolous for an old geezer to use for pottering around the Sussex lanes when the sun's out? I fancied a W107 Benz but you...
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  Buying tow car for a caravan (1200kg) 23 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I need to change my 02 Passat 1.9 tdi PD (airbag warning on, advised new control unit at £575). I tow a caravan (1200kg) and drive approx 15,000 miles...
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  New Laguna 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Just about time (if not overdue) to change my good 6 year old Laguna Tourer, but is it me or are Renault dealerships no longer stocking these 'larger'...