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• Volvo S40 2.0CD 4 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Hi, I've been offered a 1997 R Volvo S40 2.0CD automatic (with leather and the handling pack) in metallic black for £5000. The car's done 50,000 miles and has a full Volvo service history. Anyone had experience of the car? Chris.
• Mk IV Supra turbo 12 Mar 2002 (Forum)
  Getting tempted by one of these now they're getting a bit cheaper. Anyone got one? What breaks? Bit worried about "downgrading" to a 6/7 year old car. Manual or automatic.. ? Tomo - what's the handling like.
• problems with 'AUTOGAS 2000' conversions connected 27 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  the gas conversion may neutralise engine rev limiter, which may put the automatic gearbox into neutral, when the engine speed exceeds the permitted RPM. i will be getting the solution to the problem tomorrow (friday).
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  What steering lock wheel fits a Peugeot? 5 Dec 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Is there a steering wheel lock which will fit my 2024 plate Peugeot 2008 automatic? The 'cushion' in the centre of the wheel is quite raised - I've tried...
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  Do I have to retake my test if I am banned from driving for getting 12 points? 23 Jun 2025 (Ask HJ)
  If I am banned from driving for a year, after getting 12 points, will I have to retake the driving test before getting my licence back? I am 84.
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  What should I replace my Ford Fiesta with? 3 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2013 Ford Fiesta automatic with cruise control heated front seats and front and rear sensors. My wife drives this as well and we both like the...
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  How do I clean a gearbox oil spill on a brick driveway? 12 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  My car has leaked some automatic gear box oil on my brick drive. Any suggestions as how to remove, please?
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  Should I buy a Volvo C30? 15 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a Volvo C30 as a second car (60,000 miles, 2009 - 2012), would you recommend this model and which diesel or petrol?
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  What is the average wait time for a new Ford Focus? 5 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have just ordered a new Ford Focus Active Auto 155PS Vignale. The dealer has told me to expect delivery for September. This seems a rather long time...
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  Can I defer my MOT during lockdown? 6 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Can I defer a due MOT test due to the lockdown?
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  Which car should I get for a short commute? 10 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a short commute to work, however, once a month I drive to Devon (about 250 miles) and also to Scarborough (about 300 miles). I'd like some comfort...
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  Could you recommend a reliable, premium estate? 25 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Please can you suggest a reliable, medium or large estate, preferably automatic. I don't mind if it has a bit of luxury.
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  Do I have to apply for my classic car to be MoT exempt? 18 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My 1969 classic is already registered as an Historic Vehicle and has not been 'substantially changed', does this mean it is automatically exempt from MoT...
• Honda Civic Hybrid 2008 Au - Automatic Hybrid Gearbox problem 4 Oct 2018 (Forum)
  Hi,  This is my first post in this forum and I have little knowledge about cars.  Recently I bought used 2008 Honda civic hybrid automatic transmission. At the time of purchase trader convinced me that it has a drive shaft fault and that's why there is a loud grinding noise from the engine. and this could be fixed for £200 or so with some time investment.
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  Is the new Kia Sportage automatic gearbox reliable? 31 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a manual Kia Sportage 1.6 petrol and I'm looking to replace it with the new automatic DCT Sportage 1.6 GDI 174PS AWD. I was wondering what you think...
• VW Caddy - automatic gearbox puzzle - how can this happen 20 Mar 2016 (Forum)
  --[if gte mso 10]> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0cm; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-language:EN-US;} A friend of mine told me that she recently rented a VW Caddy automatic. She had to pass through some narrow gates so she stopped the car, put it in neutral and pull the handbrake on and got out of the car to fold back the wing mirrors to pass through the gateway. As she was getting back into the car, with her right foot still on the ground, the car pulled away and went through the gateway trapping her ankle between the door and the cill, badly cutting and scraping it.
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  Need a 4x4 for towing a horsebox 4 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking to buy a second car, solely for towing a horsebox. We will only be using it once every two weeks or so for distances of between 10 to 100...
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  Does the Volvo XC70 diesel have a DPF, dual mass flywheel and EGR? 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am contemplating the purchase of a 2004-2007 Volvo XC70 automatic diesel. Were these vehicles fitted with DPFs, dual mass flywheels and exhaust gas recirculation...
• All makes - Thoughts on small automatics 11 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  At my time of life, ie: balding but not to wrinkly, my vehicle really must have automatic transmission, due to traffic density & my wish to reduce driving stress. So I need a b/c sized 5 door, with reasonable performance, quiet cruising and an efficient auto giving good mpg.
• Vauxhall Corsa Life Automatic 2002 - Dash Display disappears and then the car stops 18 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  I own a Vauxhall Corsa 2002 automatic/ tip tronic (?) petrol car.  I am having a number of problems that are likely caused by the same thing: 1. Since December it occasionally decides not to start.  It will turn over but won't maintain the revs and dies.