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  Buying a used seven seater - what would you recommend? 5 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a used seven seater: it must be reliable as well as economical to run (fuel, insurance, road tax). What would you recommend?
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  Will the Porsche Cayenne stop-start system damage the battery or DPF? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  A friend is purchasing a Porsche Cayenne diesel with a stop-start fuel saving cut-out facility. Firstly, does this rapidly destroy a battery (with all...
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  Vauxhall Movano – which powertrain is best? 7 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I’m thinking of buying a Vauxhall Movano, but can’t work out if I need front-wheel or rear-wheel drive? Also, which engine is best?
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  Would you recommend a Nissan Qashqai or Hyundai ix35? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am undecided between buying a new automatic Nissan Qashqai or a Hyundai ix35 and would welcome your advice, drawing, perhaps, on knowledge you have of...
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  Engine fault light on Discovery 3 - what's the fault? 8 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The engine system fault light keeps flashing on my 2009 Land Rover Discovery 3. I have spent hundreds of pounds at the main dealer (fuel filter suspected...
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  Volkswagen Golf won't start - what's the fault? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm having problems with my 2004 Volkswagen Golf. It starts fine from cold, but refuses to fire up when warm. I’ve checked the starter motor and glow plugs,...
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  Should I use Shell V-Power in my new Ford Focus? 29 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  What type of petrol is best for a 2013 model, 1.0-litre EcoBoost Ford Focus? I had a Toyota Celica and got 10 per cent better economy when using Shell...
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  Warning lights when the car isn't started? 13 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I've never owned a Volkswagen before so not sure how they work but I noticed yesterday when I put my key in the ignition in position 2, I was just listening...
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  Tall person buying a new small car - what would you recommend? 29 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am a tall person (6ft 2) who wants to buy a new small car. I drive around 8000 miles per year on motorways and in towns/cities. Fuel economy, comfort,...
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  Best wheel and tyre size for my new Auris? 28 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Following your advice a couple of weeks ago I'm about to buy an Auris HSD Excel. It comes with 17" alloys and 225/45R17 tyres. I have read your previous...
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  Which economical small car for carrying a child? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a convertible Beetle, which I love, but find running it expensive and as I am expecting my first baby boot space is a must. So I'm looking...
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  Petrol in a diesel engine - is this good advice? 19 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I stupidly put petrol in my almost empty diesel car - about £3.50 worth before I realised. The 70 litre tank was almost empty. I didn't switch on the...
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  What medium hatchback? 8 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a £10k (maybe a bit more) inheritance to spend on a nearly new car. Reliability, & fuel efficiency are most important. Sportiness/decent handling...
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  Overfuelling 1.4-litre CVH engine - what's the issue? 1 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mazda with a 1.4i CVH. The problem is over-fueling. Which sensors should be at fault and what engine would be compatible to fit the gear box?
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  Why has fuel gone up in price again? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I just filled the car up at Morrisons: an eye-watering £80. The attendant explained that it’s gone up three times this week alone. Yet again less money...
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  Buying a used mid sized car 1 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  What car is the best long term car for these needs: Good build quality Fun to drive Practical Timeless Value Reliability My budget is no...
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  Choosing a 4x4 7 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm trying to decide upon a 4x4 or cross-over to do 20k miles p.a. half motorway and half badly potholed rural roads. 4 wheel-drive is needed because we...
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  BMW 1 series start stop is playing up. What could be causing it? 28 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Start stop has stopped working at all over past few weeks. Conditions for operating have been met e.g outside temp and battery fully charged manually....
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  I've just changed the wheels on my Volvo XC60 for smaller ones for winter tyres. 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have just switched my 2008 Volvo XC70 wheels and tyres from standard 235/55 R17 to winter 215/65 R16. The difference and improvement is amazing. The...
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  Which cheap, diesel car should my son, who lives in France, buy? 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  You've kindly (and very promptly) answered a couple of questions regarding my son in France buying a car on a limited budget of 5000 Euros. He's scrubbed...