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  • Can I sue a dealer over vehicle tax? 6 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have recently bought a used Audi TT from a small dealer. Included in the details of the sale was 12 months’ tax. However, when I got the car home, I...
  • Vauxhall meriva b (2010 model) - Turbo problems / recall 3 Aug 2013 (Forum)
    to turbo - this caused my initial problems. Contacted my dealer who agreed that my car was part of the recall - issued Feb 2012 and in place until 2015 and that part was to be replaced - I advised that car had not been driven for over 2 weeks and had been towed twice in this period. Dealer are now
  • Do over 70s need an eyesight test for a driving licence renewal? 14 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
    My wife needs to renew her driving licence as she is over 70. Does she need to see an optician for confirmation that her eyesight is satisfactory?
  • I'm looking for an economic, reliable, refined van - what do you recommend? 29 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
    I have an LDV Maxus, which I have been pleased with as a work horse. I'm looking for a van with more refinement, good fuel economy, road handling, safety...
  • Fords - Warning dont buy off xxxx 3 Oct 2013 (Forum)
    Bought a 05 reg ford focus 1.6tdci with 84000miles from xxxx for £3795 . Lovely looking car strait all the way around nice solid paint stunning example very happy upon purchase. 2days later there is a very annoying tapping noise coming from the alternator pulley area of the engine
  • Which car for £2500? 9 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have a budget of about £2000 to spend on a used car, I possibly stretch to £2500. This is about the limit when one can easily buy a heap of scrap....
  • Is this deal on a Focus good? 26 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    7,995 for a Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec(climate) 59 reg with 31,000 on clock - grey(local Ford dealership) The deal is: -1,750 for my Polo 1.4 sport 02 reg...
  • Bought a Ford Galaxy from Addison Lee in London 17 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Just letting you know how impressed I was with the level of help and service I received from Addison Lee Car Sales in London when I bought one of their...
  • Can you recommend a classic car for a 17-year-old driver? 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am just about to come into my final year before my GCSEs, after which I will be entering VI Form and hopefully be learning how to drive as I am September-born....
  • Does this warranty gearbox repair proposal meet the legal requirement? 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a used 2004 Ford Fusion manual from a dealer. The sale included a warranty with a company called Warranty2000. Soon after purchase, I had a gearbox...
  • Ford Mondeo - 03 Reg 2.0 TDCi 65k Miles - DMF issue, I pay 50%?? 25 Sep 2010 (Forum)
    it for a drive and flatly denied it to be a DMF issue, even though the horrible spanners under the bonnet issue arose on two occasions. He had a quiet word with his service manager who advised to have an update to the ECU which should solve the problem and that it should be booked into Benfield Ford down
  • Rental arithmetic 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I recently decided to trade-in my 30,000 mile 2003 Ford Focus1.6 Ghia Auto for an 09 Ford Fiesta 1.4 Auto in Moondust Silver. But I was slightly surprised...
  • Cinq, or swim? 23 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I test-drove a FIAT 500 Lounge at Parkside Garage, Twickenham. There's no doubt, it has bags of style and character at a very, very attractive price (though...
  • It's a rattling good car, anyway 14 Dec 2003 (Forum)
    I am very embarrassed about sharing this but Miss Philippines has dared me (she's still laughing, the little minx). Since it is the holiday season, emboldened by a glass of Oxford Landing's best, here goes. I have a 6 week old Ford Lynx, a very neat little car locally assembled in the Philippines
  • Second hand van advice 20 Sep 2024 (Forum)
    but don't mind the odd ding.  So it's really down to - Ford Transit, Citron Relay, Renault Masters or Vauxhall Movano. I understand that the Relay and Masters are essentially the same van just with a different badge? And that you pay a little extra for a Ford.  I really like
  • Do I need beam converters for driving in France? 31 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
    Does a Ford focus Titanium X Edition 2018 with LED headlights need headlamp deflectors for driving in France or can I adjust them in settings? Can’t find...
  • What is the best used van for £7000? 9 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
    What is the best van to buy? I have £7000 give or take and want cheep insurance and tax, reliable and low cost repairs. Not sure what make to go for but...
  • What nearly new plug-in hybrid do you recommend? 13 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 3 year old low mileage Ford Kuga PHEV and am looking for a suitable nearly new plug in from another manufacturer. I am looking for a petrol low...
  • What battery charger do you recommend? 16 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
    What charger do I need to replenish my 2021 Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV flat battery please
  • What is a good trickle charger to use during the winter? 15 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
    Can you please suggest a trickle charger for winter use which can remain connected to the starter battery of my 2013 2.2 TDCi Ford Transit Custom?
 

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