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  I'm a student buying my first car - what should I look out for? 20 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I am a university student with a budget of £4000 buying a small first car. What are the most important things I should look out for to ensure I get something...
• Budget camper van or similar 14 Aug 2017 (Forum)
  Don't need a built in cooker or bog, just something that can sleep two and be used as cover in inclement weather, plus lots of load space. Has anyone dabbled with this and if so, any ideas?. Reliability and simplicity very important, as would be price and running costs. Modern diesel might be out on reliability grounds, not sure. This would be a 3rd car /van, so overall low cost important.  Cheers all 
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  Should I buy a high mileage 2007 Renault Clio 1.2 16V? 4 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm buying my first car and have found a very plush 2007 Renault Clio 1.2 16V for £1100, however, it has 173,000 miles on the clock. It's been looked after...
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  Which 4-6 year old estate should I get for reliability and driving pleasure? 2 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  A while back you recommended a Honda Civic for my daily commute. I'm mightily happy with it but now I need a petrol Estate. Up to say 6 years old, capable...
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  Will Volkswagen recall affect my 2010 Jetta TDI? 2 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My car seems to be affected by the Volkswagen emissions scandal. It is a Jetta 2.0 TDI from 2010. I bought this car in US from the original owner and imported...
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  Why is my new Focus exhaust so noisy? 15 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I've just had a new exhaust system fitted to my 2004 Ford Focus. The new exhaust makes a loud noise (like a turbo exhaust) when changing gear from 2nd...
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  Family automatic with plenty of luggage space - what would you recommend? 10 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is expecting a second baby and needs a used automatic with plenty of space for her commute to school. Her average mileage is 8000 and a petrol...
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  Buying a used city car - what's best? 31 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a used city car for my 20 year old daughter. Reliability and economy is important, otherwise I will be paying for all of the repairs. What...
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  When should I change the timing belt/chain on my Pajero? 16 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have bought my first car, which is a 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 2.5 diesel. It has 98,800 miles on the clock and the previous owner told me it has never...
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  Ford C-Max - Should I get an EcoBoost? 11 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at replacing my Ford C-Max with the newer version. My mileage is around 10,000 a year and I’m not looking for high performance - reliability...
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  Which car offers ease of access and a comfortable ride? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are both in our 70s and would appreciate your advice on the choice of our last car. Our budget is £4000, annual mileage about 6000. We have...
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  The 2013 Clio Estate - will we get it in the UK? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have read some cracking reviews online of the 2013 Clio Estate, but understand that Renault won't ever sell it in the UK. Does HJ know if that is a final...
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  Tyres for new Merc B class 1.8 petrol I 8 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Sorry put all of it above, we are having a new Mercedes B class 1.8 petrol engine shortly my dealer wants to know what tyre/wheel size we want. Your newspaper...
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  Looking to buy a small automatic petrol hatchback as a second car. 14 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently bought a Mercedes-Benz C-Class auto, and in order to make things easier for my wife and I, it might make sense to purchase a small automatic...
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  Which small economical car? 16 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a Skoda Fabia 1.2 54bhp Classic which has done nearly 115000 trouble free miles and will do 47 mpg when driven carefully. I'm looking...
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  Who could repair the gearbox on my 2000 Honda Odyssey? 11 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My son has bought a 2000 Honda Odyssey which was imported into the UK in 2004 for a 'scrap' price of £350. It goes well but has had a bit of trouble in...
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  Dodgy Dodge dealer 24 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am having a nightmare with Chrysler Dodge. My car is sitting on my drive with a defective alternator that is within warranty, but the customer service...
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  Which family car? 6 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for the best family car I can buy. I need it to be automatic and cost effective and safe. I've listed Peugeot 308 SW, Vauxhall Zafira, Ford...
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  Buying a Convertible for £5K. What should I consider? 30 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I will soon be in the market for a nice convertible for between 5K and 6k. Economy is important, as well as looks and a desirbale badge. I am drawn...
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  Which reliable, economical small car has a large boot? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We are pensioners who currently drive a Clio Campus (last of the previous marque) that has been reliable, economical, comfortable and has a decent sized...