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• Losing my cool on my Golf GTI 4 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  I bought my car last spring and i used the Aircon back then and it was only blowing normal cold air and i took it back to the dealer and they said that they forgot to put some sort of fuel for it. I only used during last summer for 2 weeks max and 8 months later (well today) i've to use it today
• Kids these days 2 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  Driving into Nottingham today going on a quite busy A road max speed 50mph, I saw three kids aged approx 12 years , I was doing about 45mph, why do children always do it they seem to purposly walk slow accross the road making you hit the brakes, just as you are getting near to them they walk out
• Peugeot 206 hatchback (1998 - 2006) - High mile. What to do, keep or replace? 22 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  Apologies before we begin, this may be a long one. The better half has a Pug 206 which we are beginning to think is beginning to shuffle off this mortal coil http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/post/index.htm?f=4&t=70777 The car is a 206 Quiksilver on a 03 plate. It?s now done 160,000 miles
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  What's a good hire car for tackling steep inclines in Greek island roads? 11 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  What would you recommend with a really good low bottom gear and hill-climbing ability from the budget Greek island hire car range? Is a Fiat Panda likely...
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  Do I need to declare an expired speeding offence to my insurer? 6 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a speeding offence on my licence - which is due to expire in about two weeks. But it does not get removed until 202. I'm due to insure my car in...
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  Why does my Focus suffer from poor handling? 31 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My recently purchased Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI on 235/40/ZR 18-inch Michelin pilot Sport 3 tyres has a tendency to tramline made worse by the increased thickness...
• Mazda 2 2006/07 1.4 Petrol - Any good? 25 Jan 2015 (Forum)
  than the Ford Fiesta on which it shares a number of components and the chassis. Question - any owners out there care to comment on Mazda 2's from 2006/07 in 1.4 petrol guise? I would prefer an automatic but HJ says they can go wrong and manual is a better option.  Any views
• .....what small car for £5K'ish 27 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  for around £5k'ish. Have been looking (on net) at: Suzhuki Swift Sport (newer and low miles for years) Skoda Fabi VRS (no DPF) 2009 on Ford Fiesta Zetec S (would struggle to get a decent one for cash) Want somthing that is bit of fun to drive at weekends
• Will there ever be the perfect car? 30 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  Reading diddy1234's thread about engine development testing got me thinking. Will a manufacturer ever build the perfect car? When looking at the car by car break downs I relealised how many manufacturers including the seemingly perfect Japanese, suffer faults and recalls with seemingly simple
• The most economical... 16 Jul 2008 (Forum)
  been considering the following: 107 1.0 Urban (with a/c), Clio Dci 80 Dynamique (old shape, again with a/c), Fiat Grande Punto 1.3 90 (6spd) Dynamic, Ford Fiesta Zetec-S TDCi and Citroen C3 HDi SX. I know its a varied list, and they all have their pro's and con's, but does anyone have experience
• Bye Bye Vectra 23 Sep 2006 (Forum)
  budget is limited. It so happens that the Ford Focus ST 2 costs an extra £30 per month on my scheme above my company allowance, including a contribution to ?car tax?. (It?s a car ownership scheme so we don?t actually pay car tax). The other car is a Mazda 6 2.3l sport which is £20 below budget and I
• Petrol smell... 6 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  I have a 2002 2.3 petrol Ford Galaxy which emits strong smell of petrol after being driven for a while which comes from: 1) the fuel cap area. 2) comes in through the drivers and passenger front windows whilst driving at moderate speeds. Not sure if point 2) is due to fumes being brought forward
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  What small self-charging hybrid has low insurance? 30 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  At 88 years old I find that the insurance cost for my Dacia Jogger is prohibitive. I am prepared to downsize. Which small self charging car (petrol/electric)...
• Claim for mileage discrepancy - what value? 22 Sep 2013 (Forum)
  Recently I purchased a second-hand Ford C-Max (58 plate) from a well advertised dealership but soon found that unfortunately it had a number of faults. On approaching the dealership they have been unwilling to address the issues. From seeking advice I understand that leaves me the option
• Mondeo vs Avensis vs. Maxda 6 vs. ? 8 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  and list price important. Alternative suggestions welcome but do not want it to cost more than the Mondeo if possible and that is taxed at 18% for Benefit in Kind (Euro IV pre 2006). Marques available are: - Chevrolet (right!) - Ford - Jaguar - Land Rover - Lexus - Mazda - Saab - Vauxhall - Volvo
• jaguar s type - drivers mirror 21 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  electric drivers mirror not working fuses ok, tryed hard reset off battery no joy, checked but no power to mirror, please any ideas 
• 1999 s type jaguar v6 3ltr - hesitation when driving 19 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  car hesitates can not find vacuum leeks need a diagram of vacuum pipes
• 56 plate cooper s convertable - rear brakes 12 Jul 2011 (Forum)
  rear brake discs and pads fitted, but they  squeak , any idea's, i have been told to champer the edges
• rover 400 diesel turbo s-reg - where is diagnostic connection point 19 May 2011 (Forum)
  where is the connection point for my scanner please
• MINI Cooper S R53 (2002 - 2007) - John Cooper edition Minis?? 2 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  Is it true that there are only a few John cooper edition minis around?