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  Have there been any problems with the Mercedes-Benz A180 CVT transmission? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Having just paid a deposit on a 2010 Mercedes-Benz A180 automatic, I'd appreciate knowing whether I made a good choice or not? I'd rather lose the deposit...
• What new car for £8-9k? 19 May 2007 (Forum)
  Hello folks I'm looking for a new car around £8k-£9k budget [max]. I've short listed following cars Suzuki Swift GLX 1.5 Hyundai Getz 1.3 [5 yr warranty] Honda Jazz 1.2/1.4 [bit over budget] Mazda 2 (but it's Ford basically, isn't it?) Toyota Yaris (but looks over priced and awkward) Any other
• The Audi is 2.... 27 Feb 2006 (Forum)
  (but no auto) Ford C-Max 2.0 TDCI (auto is torque-converter and will sap performance) Audi A4 Avant 2.0 - might seem the obvious choice but still expensive and I might as well have the Golf or the Skoda as the engine is the same. I always enjoy helping others on this forum in choosing a car, so have fun
• Ford Fiesta 2006 - No-Fault claim advice required 9 Jul 2016 (Forum)
  My daily workhorse Ford Fiesta was damaged while parked unattended on the street by a driver who reversed into the O/S/R door and ran off. Long story, I got some witnesses and reported the incident to my insurer, TP insurer and police. TP denied fault at the time and their insurance asked
• Fiesta 2003 1.4TDCi - Ford Fiesta dipstick snaps 1 Apr 2014 (Forum)
  out 'S'. Unusually compared with other engines, this tube is longer than the dipstick and the part that broke off was stuck inside the bottom end of the dipstick tube in the last bend. This meant it couldn't get into the engine (not a chance I would take even now knowing this) but also I couldn't
• chipped 2.0 Jaguar/Ford turbo diesel 31 Jul 2006 (Forum)
  Anyone chipped (or know someone who has) the 130 bhp 2 litre ford diesel engine and if so willing to give me some decent feedback. I'm considering doing wifey's X type estate, cos we use it for long journey's with 2 dogs. I suppose i'm trying to have my cake and eat it i.e. diesel economy and some
• Second hand car choice - first time buyer. 10 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  appreciated, particularly if any tall drivers have experience with these cars. My dad has a Ford Focus which I have never had a problem with but I'd ideally like something a bit smaller. I'm not too fussed diesel or petrol. Here's what I've found: Golf 1.6 S FSI 52,000m 3dr £4,500 and a 5 dr for £5,250
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  Will a nearly new diesel be difficult to sell on in the future? 3 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a secondhand (nearly new, maximum 12 months old) Ford Mondeo Estate. I'm not sure whether to go for petrol or diesel. Annual mileage is approximately...
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  Is a 1995 Ford Escort Cabrio a classic car? 25 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have a ‘black grape’ (purple) 1.6 litre Ford Escort Solar Cabrio bought from new in January 1995 so it’s a one-owner car. It has done just over 50,000...
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  I sold a Cat S car but didn't tell the buyer - where do I stand? 12 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I've sold a car that is a Cat S write off. I didn't tell the new buyer, but gave them all the documents with details of it on including the logbook for...
• Any - Supermini/Small Car facelift? 8 May 2024 (Forum)
  Looking at supermini/small car that's  used and max 4 years old BUT a traditional ICE and sharing same facelift  as sister hybrid/EV models?. A lot of the manufacturers hiked prices as they only seemed to introduce hybrid even 4 years back. Thoughts?
• Direct Line Car Insurance Renewal Quote 3 Mar 2024 (Forum)
  Just received an email about renewing my car insurance from Direct Line. It's up from £360 to £700. Max NCD and no change in circumstances. Will of course phone them up and shop around, but this is almost a 100% rise :-(
• Economy cars 11 Jan 2018 (Forum)
  Hi im after a car ill be doing 17k miles a year, ideally a petrol, space is not important. I have a 2 budgets in mind around the 4k mark and another option 6k max. Economy is essential because at the moment im only getting 36mpg part motorway/part A roads.   Thanks
• Audi A4 Radio Volume 12 May 2006 (Forum)
  I have a 2000 Audi A4 TDI. Recently (unexplainably) the raido volume has become barely audible. The reception is good but the max volume is very low. I have been thru the manual and tried all the obvious stuff!! Any ideas?? Much appreciated, BL
• Vauxhall 19 Apr 2005 (Forum)
  Hello new here thought i would post and see if anyone has got a vauxhall corsa 1.2 LS 5door preferably with CL or RCL and SR also imob or alarm.. Price Range min 500 Max ??? Any one no of any used car dealers also in the west yorkshire area Rgds Rick
• passat 130 oil reminder 31 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  done 11K in 5 months and today was reminded by the car to check the oil. Did so and found it was black and about on min. Added the free litre they gave me and it now reads max and still black. It it time to visit the main dealer. The sticker on the windscreen says longlife servicing.
• Air Con Efficiency 8 Apr 2003 (Forum)
  I have a 99 Vectra and I'm wondering what I should expect of the Aircon. If I set the airflow to recirculate and the aircon to max cool what sort of temperature difference should I expect between a thermometer in the middle of the car and one in the aircon output? Thanks in anticipation
• VW Up! vs Kia Picanto vs Fiat 500 - Your Views? 9 May 2021 (Forum)
  MOT’s and some newer Fiats seem to have similar problems which is putting me off but I like the car. I just wondered if anyone could offer any opinions please? Whatever car I get will be used, I’ve been looking at max 5/6 yrs old and under 30k miles. I’m looking at doing 4/5000 miles max myself
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  I commute 80 miles a day - should I buy an EV? 7 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I am confused about which "green" car I should buy. I have a budget of £10k max and need to commute 40 miles each way without a charging point in my school.
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  What's the best petrol or hybrid on a budget? 3 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  What petrol or hybrid cars would you suggest with high mpg (45/50+) that have a high seating position and easy to get out of. I have a max budget is £2500.