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• Vauxhall Prices 2 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  For example when I asked a dealer here for a no-nonsense no trade-in price for a Zafira diesel Elegance (list £17240) he could quote me £14700 (good through end Sept). Since I have enough GM card points this makes him competitive versus an import. Whether I should reward GM after suffering a Vectra for 5 years (serial cambelt roller failures) is another matter.
• Service Intervals 21 Jun 2001 (Forum)
  Now 5 months and 6k later I've got two lights left and no sign of an oil change indicator light on. Recognising the importance of frequent oil changes can anyone tell me whether I can rely on the indicator to tell me, or should I stick to my own intervals of 6months/6k? Also, if I do do it myself is it worth investing in the tool to re-set the indicator as suggested in the Haynes manual.
• How to sell scooters 23 Apr 2001 (Forum)
  Equally, include no prices or warranty information, and lots of broken links. As a rule, the information on all manufacturers?, importers? and dealers? websites should be exactly the same. Under no circumstances say anything interesting about the products. Prices on all websites must be identical. Handling written, telephone and e-mail enquiries It is important that customers feel you are easy to contact.
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  Should I take up the option of a courtesy car following an accident? 24 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Should I take up the option of a courtesy car following an accident? The extent of damage to my Honda Civic has not been estimated as yet but, bearing...
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  Shifting circumstances 2 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are in dispute about the relative merits of automatics and manuals. My view, from my advanced years, a lifetime in the industry (with Ford)...
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  What are the best vehicles to use in the snow in the UK? 8 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
  What are the best vehicles to use in the snow in the UK?
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  Should I charge my EV everyday or only when the battery is almost flat? 21 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Should I charge my new EV everyday at home or only when the battery is almost flat?
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  Is there a small EV that can fit bikes on the roof? 22 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Can you recommend a small, inexpensive EV (new or nearly new) that is definitely capable of carrying bikes on the roof? Range is not too important and...
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  Can I remove my car's daytime running lights? 10 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  The LED daytime running light (DRL) on the offside of my i10 is broken. Can I switch them off or remove them? My local Hyundai dealer said the part is...
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  Do tyres have to match? 4 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My front driver's side tyre on my Toyota RAV4 has a slow puncture and I'm wondering how important is it to brand match, tread match etc. tyres when you...
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  What has happened to streamlined car designs? 17 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
  What has happened to streamlined designs for cars? Traditionally, an aerodynamic shape seemed to be the key to better performance and fuel consumption....
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  Cam belt confusion - when should the timing belt be replaced? 4 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm finding it difficult to definitive answers on cam belt changes on both of my cars. Some sources are saying 10 years/100,000 miles for my 2013 Jaguar...
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  My car has barely moved since the last service. Do you think it really needs a full service? 16 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My 2015 Honda Jazz automatic has only done 41 miles since its last full service. It is due next month along with the MOT. Do you think it needs another...
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  Which crossover offers a completely flat boot floor? 10 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  With a view to purchasing, I'm comparing the Skoda Kamiq, Suzuki Vitara, Vauxhall Crossland and Volkswagen T-Cross. It's important to me to know on which...
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  Is it legal to increase the price of a repair after most of the work is done? 8 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
  If I'm given a price for a repair and then given a higher price four hours later when most of the work has been done, is that legal?
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  Should I swap my run-flats for standard tyres? 29 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Mercedes tells me I should not replace my factory fitted run-flat tyres with ordinary summer tyres because the cars suspension has been set up for run-flats....
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  Should I buy a 15-year-old Audi A4 Avant? 31 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I've seen a tidy 2006 Audi A4 Avant 2.0TFSi quattro for sale with about 110,000 miles and only two owners. I've seen various conflicting expert reviews,...
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  Should I scrap my Volvo C70 or keep it? 9 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I took my 2006 Volvo C70 into the main dealer for a check on why there is water in the boot. While there,they did a health check which came up with over...
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  Is it safe to buy a car from an auction? 14 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Is it safe to buy a car at auction?
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  Can we use our VED exemption on another vehicle? 5 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My wife got free car tax when she got PIP when she had her private car. She now has a car on the Mobility scheme. Can we use her entitlement for free road...