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EC MPG figures 21 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Hi Honest John, I'm one of the growing number of disollusioned people who bought a car in good faith, based upon MPG stats in manufacturers literature.... -
I want a prestige classic that's also economical - is a BMW the way to go? 15 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
Just a university student here. I wish to have prestige car. The dream can be lived on a budget, I am looking at a BMW E39 and I am intending on modifying... -
How long will petrol last when it's sat in a car? 17 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
Could you advise on the shelf life of petrol? I refuelled my Volvo XC60 with Shell 99 RON one month ago and I've not used the car to go more than a few... -
Chrysler Voyager fault codes - what do they mean? 27 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2004 Chrysler Voyager diesel auto, which I've owned for three months. It seemed fine, until recently, when it started making a clonk noise and... -
Recommendations on used cars! 24 Aug 2013 (Forum)
What sort of things should I be looking for in used diesels? And could anyone recommend reliable, reasonably fuel efficient (or more efficient than my current focus) cars which have sensible servicing costs? Ideally after a car which isn't smaller than the focus! -
What car should I buy? 4 Aug 2011 (Forum)
Any advice greatly received, particularly around engine size/fuel combo. Oh yeah - has to be Manual too Thanks all! Vicki -
Peugeot 306 1.9D - 1999 Peugeot 306 diesel pump replacement 16 Jul 2010 (Forum)
Hi, I have a non-turbo version of a 306 diesel. Unfortunately, the pump died a death (horrible Lucas pump!!!!) whilst I was driving along. Now, I've changed a pump before on an old 405 TD and found it to be a pig - mainly in the undoing of the nuts that hold the pump on. -
Vectra C - diesel or petrol Vauxhall? 16 Apr 2010 (Forum)
I was looking for a Seat Leon, astra, focus size but the value comparision to the Vectra is leading me there. Having spent a lot of time reading this forum on the problems of modern diesels I resolved to go for petrol. Then the price of fuel started to climb and I'm wondering if I know what to look for, and what to do in the way of preventative maintenance, I could avoid really damaging expense. -
Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 2005 2.0 diesel - engine fault 2 Mar 2008 (Forum)
I really need some help from people who know about Ford Mondeo diesel engines. I have a 2005 Mondeo on which the warranty runs out in March. The car has had a new fuel pump under warranty. Sometimes the car still runs badly and goes into limp mode. The car has been at the dealer and they have tried to recode an injector but say that this has failed and a new injector will need to be fitted. -
Rapeseed oil in diesel 23 Apr 2007 (Forum)
I remember it has to have below a certain level of sulphur and above a certain level of esters, but I'm no chemist. I just think shoving foodstuff in a car's diesel tank and having an improvement is quite something! I'd be treating it as more of an additive than a fuel as such. Please no "THERE'S NO DIFFERENCE" posts. I'm not trying to change anyone's mind here. -
306 Dturbo diesel pump and immobiliser 26 Apr 2005 (Forum)
Will I need to swap the pumps over? surely the code is stored in the ECU and that then sends a signal to the fuel shut off valve in the pump? The pump on the new engine is slightly different in that it has a damper and a pipe leading to the oil filler, whereas the old one doesnt have these. Any help will be appreciated. -
Diesel High Mileage??? 24 Dec 2004 (Forum)
Hi everyone this is my first post on this site and i would like your views on my current car... I own a 1994 (L) Peugeot 306 1.9 diesel (non-turbo), 3 door in miami blue. It has covered 96,200 miles, the 2 previous owners were family so i can assure its been looked after, ive owned it snce 82k and i have the oil & filter, fuel filter and air filter replaced every 6k on the dot. -
Will my old diesel car fail the emissions test? 20 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
Is my old Honda Civic 1.7 diesel likely to fail the new emissions test and would it be expensive to correct? If it is trash should I go for a new one... -
Petrol or diesel used estate for outdoor lifestyle? 29 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a 2-3 year old estate. I live in Cumbria and do about 18k miles per year so the car needs to be good on hills. I have a 12 mile (each way)... -
How are DPFs damaged by repeated short journeys? Our 2000 BMW 320d has done 180,000 miles without fault. 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
Regarding latest EU emission regulations for diesel engines, could you please give us more information on the subject of the particulate filters being... -
Why does my hybrid cost more to tax than my daughter's diesel? 29 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has a Nissan Qashqai diesel and pays zero road tax. I have a Toyota Yaris hybrid and pay £160 car tax. I feel this is unfair. When I bought... -
What's a cheaper alternative to a Volkswagen California? 3 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I’ve been looking at Volkswagen camper vans, but can’t justify the cost. Are there any decent alternatives? I don’t need the sink etc, just a pop up top... -
What's the most reliable car for a teenager? 30 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
What cars would you recommend for my 18 year old son? He's starting an apprenticeship this autumn and will need a reliable car to get there and back. The... -
Which is the better engine, the Kia Kappa 1.0 turbo or the Mazda Skyactiv 1.5? 21 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm used to driving a small diesel but I now want to change to a small petrol car. I'm looking at the Kia/Hyundai 1.0 turbo engine in the Kia Rio, they... -
Which device to prevent misfuelling? 13 Jan 2017 (Forum)
BTW, I'm sure somebody will be along in a minute to say "just pay attention while refuelling and save your £40". Answer: I do pay attention, and I have a fuel pump routine that involves a final check of colours, labels and prices before I start pumping. But it would only take one incident when I'm tired or distracted to make an expensive mistake (as I did once before, on the first day I owned a diesel car in 1995).
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