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• BMW 3-Series E46 (1998 - 2005) - 2003 2.0 320d turbo boost problem 5 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  Independent mechanic NOTE : Car boost was perfect at this point ? and only seemed noticeable from 120,000 miles on. 3. Fuel Pump to fuel tank @ 125,000 Miles ? Independent mechanic 4. Fuel Pump (intermediate) @ 125,000 miles ? Independent mechanic 5. 4 fuel injectors fitted ? BMW dealer NOTE: Changing the fuel injectors solved the warm start problem; however turbo boost problem still was not resolved. 6.
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  What car should I choose for reliability and comfort over long distances? 23 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I’ve had few cars over the years and am currently running a Subaru Outback 3.0-litre at 142k. 25 mpg and top rate VED with inevitable big bills ahead -...
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  Would a plug-in hybrid work okay when driven without charging? 10 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a new premium hatchback that I can keep for a few years and do a mixture of short journeys and long motorway trips - about 15,000-18,000...
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  Buying a new car - what would you recommend? 26 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of changing my car over the next few months. I am interested in what you would recommend based on the following: -I drive approx. 22,000...
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  Should I have my BMW 1.8 diesel 'chipped' for better torque and fuel economy? 7 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 BMW 1.8 diesel automatic and was interested in having it remapped/chipped to improve torque and hopefully mpg, which is 48mpg at the moment....
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  Will the Touran's gearing improve the fuel economy over the SEAT Altea? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My present company car is due for renewal later this and I am restricted to a diesel only selection. I currently drive a 2010 SEAT Altea XL with a 1.6TDI...
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  I need a cheap, reliable people carrier 25 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I live in Portugal on our own, but are visited by families of our children and grandchildren. We need a low-priced but reliable 7 seat people...
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  What is your opinion on the Dacia Duster? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We currently own a Hyundai Matrix automatic which is two and a half years old with 19,000 miles. Since we both appreciate relatively high seating we thought...
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  Why didn't I get an adaptor which allows me to fill up my Ford Focus from a petrol can? 3 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I missed an appointment when I discovered that I needed to fill up my 2008 Ford Focus with petrol from a can, being nowhere near a filling station. I found...
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  Buying a car to do a 500 mile weekly commute - what would you recommend? 6 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Having been a motorcycle rider exclusively for 10 years, I now need to buy a car to get to and from work. I have a £4500 budget and while I am not overly...
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  Buying a family car - need advice 13 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am planning to buy a used car and I would like to ask for some advice. Here are the main constraints: - has to accommodate 2 adults (I am 6'3'') and...
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  No idea of what car for daily commute of 100 miles. 1-2k budget 20 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive an X-reg Fiesta Finesse and have a commute around around a 100 miles a day (motorway). Its currently costing me in excess of £300...
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  Slightly vogue 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am faced with a dilemma that I hope you may be able to help me resolve. I am the proud owner of a 2004 Range Rover Vogue automatic that I have owned...
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  Dieselpointed 20 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 1996 Golf GTI 16v with 100,000 miles on the clock. The car is great, pretty much bomb proof and a great mix of comfort and speed. The...
• Vauxhall Corsa D (2006 - ) - Unexpected poor fuel consumption figs. 24 May 2008 (Forum)
  The car was superb and I had no issues with it. In September my circumstances changed and I got a new job with a company van with fully expensed fuel etc so I decided it was time to give my Astra up :-(. During this time my Girlfriends car decided to pack in and we decided to get rid of the astra (Mainly due to the fuel consumption) and downgrade. i went to Vauxhall and asked what they could do for me regarding a possible swap for another Astra (maybe a diesel?).
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  Which mid-size estate would you recommend for £8000? 28 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have £8000 to spend on a mid-size estate. I have narrowed it down to the Mondeo, Passat or Vectra. I will get more for my money with Ford or Vauxhall,...
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  Obsessed with smut 22 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have been investigating details of new cars, though I do not expect to buy one yet. On the whole, diesel cars are more economical and may produce less...
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  Perplexused 19 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Lexus LS430 at the moment, which is just over three years old, and only completed 26,700 miles, I am contemplating changing it for the LS460,...
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  Breathing more easily 20 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Is it me or have recent emissions laws resulted in the motorist being lined up for a nasty surprise? I refer to the EGR valve setup on many Euro IV engines....
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  Self-destructed 9 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2004/54 Peugeot 407 SW HDI 136. It has done 43,900 miles. It recently over-revved and left a thick cloud of smoke from the exhaust. It then went...