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  Where can I get cheap insurance for my 17-year-old son on a Ford Ka? 28 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My 17-year-old son is about to take his driving test. I have a Space Wagon so obviously it would be impossible to insure him on that. I am looking to buy...
• Ford Mondeo TDCi 130 Zetec - Replacement for poor Mondeo 26 Mar 2010 (Forum)
  an Accord (2003 onwards) because my wife has a Civic which is a gem to drive and just feels that much better made than the Ford, but have also considered everything from Volvo V50/S60/V70 to an old BMW 5 series diesel (though I think there's some wish fulfilment there!), to a Passat (though I know they may
• Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - 07 1.8 DMF again and vehicle decision 12 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  backing out uphill through a 90 degree turn. My current car withits torque converter is fine, but I worry about having to slip the clutch(es) in the DSG or on a DMF car. Today I visited the local main Ford agent to look at a Focus 57 reg, just 2 years old, that they had advertised. When I arrived, I
• Ford Transit (2006 - ) - Transit, Ducato or Sprinter? 26 Dec 2008 (Forum)
  , although that may be because it's less widely used. However, so far as I can find out, it may use a different engine. Does anyone know if that's the case, or does it use the same engine as the Ducato? The most common alternative seems to be the Ford Transit, which seems to be broadly similar in size
• Ford Fusion (USA) - mini road test 14 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  Had the pleasure of hiring a two month old Ford Fusion for a short road trip in Arizona. They're very cheap at Hertz (I got mine for approximately $30/day). Spec: 3.0L 221HP V6 6 speed automatic gearbox Sports pack Climate control Cruise control etc. Microsoft Sync with Sirius Satellite Radio I
• Catalytic convertor security marking 17 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  systems specialist, is working with Ford to provide a simple yet effective method of permanently marking catalytic converters to give them a unique identity. Criminal gangs across the UK are stealing catalytic converters from vehicles at an increasing rate. The precious metal content (usually platinum
• Ford Escort (1993 - 2000) - '97 1.8 Seatbelt pretensioner wiring- Airbag light 3 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  . Black. My question is this: If I can't find a suitable lead, pretensioner or buckle in a scrapyard, or find the correct part from a Ford dealer or parts supplier, is there any combination of connecting the wires together to give a false no-problem reading and stop the airbag light flashing? I have
• Galaxy gearbox ecu nightmare 16 Dec 2005 (Forum)
  ); also ignition taking many tries to fire. Finally decided about a month ago to give in and pay the £700+ odd to get new ECU ordered and properly callibrated by Ford main dealer. My partner - who under step-by-step instruction from galaxy gearbox specialist garage had fitted the previous 3 not-quite
• £1 = 100 miles 10 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  clamoring for them. Nissan market a very good 100 mile per charge electric MPV in California (the ONLY Yank state to enforce this on the manufacturers) and several other interesting electric motors. Ford even built the e-Ka, an electric Ka which goes like stink (MUCH faster than the normal Ka) and will do
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  Can you help me prepare for a court case regarding my purchase of a faulty Ford Focus? 6 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to go to Small Claims Court on the 21 September and I am terrified. I feel there is a claim to be heard. It started last August when I purchased...
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  Privileged customer 7 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2005 Renault Grand Scenic 1.9CDi Privilege that has done 52,000 miles. I bought it used a year ago. We were travelling back down the A9 from Dornoch,...
• Fun weekend car - suggestions? 30 Jul 2024 (Forum)
  have always wanted a Mini and have seen a number of 2019 onwards Cooper S models that I am very tempted by as they are a riot to drive.  All FSH with auto boxes (I want auto) and main dealer supplied - would these be a decent or a risky buy in terms of reliability?  I have an excellent BMW
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  Is there a way of finding out if a used car been used for private hire? 14 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a way of knowing if a car has been used for private hire (taxi) as now it seems that any car can be a private hire (taxi) and once plates have...
• Yaris Hybrid/Mini/Jazz/Zoe/ID4! - Quality Small Hatchback - Which One? ?? 5 Jan 2024 (Forum)
  the looks of the EV Zoe and possible ID4, but it seems the latest Yaris power train is capable to compete against these? What are your thoughts?  My reasoning for these cars I'm reviewing are I drive around two under 12's for school runs and activities, 80% is urban short distant driving
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  What reliable car do you recommend for two pensioners? 3 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking to buy a car with a budget between of between £8k to £12k. We will be covering between 4000 to 5000 miles every year. We are pensioners...
• Gadgets we rarely use... 30 May 2023 (Forum)
  lighting, although they may provide a tad of early warning for any myopic racc***s in the area. I've only used the horn once or twice in all this time. (Fellow Toyota Auris drivers will understand why.) Rear seat passengers never seem interested in the central armrest. Perhaps if would attract
• Dacia Sandero Stepway - Car won't start after airbag issues 2 Nov 2022 (Forum)
  I've got my MOT tomorrow and the airbag light has been on for a few months. I stupidly didn't think it was a failure until today (my fault I know)...
• Audi Q7 - Air conditioning issues 16 May 2021 (Forum)
  Hi I'm new. Bought a 2008 3.0tdi s line a few weeks ago and the a/c doesn't work properly. The econ light was on all the time so i had it pressure tested. Changed the pipe on the nsf and pressure tested again, all good so had it charged. Worked for a couple of days then stopped working
• Civic 1.8 VTEC - Poor fuel economy after little use for 12mths 1 Mar 2021 (Forum)
  where because it has not been used the plugs need changing or water in the tank/piped meaning poor fuel economy? My knowledge of this is limited so any help advice without paying £££s would be great. Thanks, Darren        
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  What happens if my car with a personalised numberplate is stolen? 16 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  If my car with a valuable personalised numberplate is stolen, am I able to retain title to the personalised registration number? If not, do I need to take...