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• Suzuki S-Cross - Impressions 15 Jan 2022 (Forum)
  I’ve been running a new Suzuki S-Cross for just over a week now, as part of the launch activity, and it’s impressing me. Aesthetically, it’s a big step forward from the previous versions, with a more contemporary nose and tail treatment and internally the traditional Suzuki quality fit and finish has been supplemented with some soft touch materials within reach of the passenger on the dashboard.
• Ford Fiesta 1.6 S - MK 6 Fiesta 1.6 Zetec DIY cambelt change 28 Jun 2019 (Forum)
  Hope I'm not going to get my head bitten off here! but my son has a 06 plate Fiesta 1.6 S 130K with cambelt history unknown so needs doing. I want to do this myself using timing belt kit inc tensioner and also water pump. . I have the tools and have a done a few belts over the years on other cars and misc other work but I'm clearly no mechanic.
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  What's the best car polish to use? 12 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Can you recommend the best polish to use on my Mercedes-Benz S-Class please?
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  How long do electric car batteries last? 6 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
  How long do electric car batteries last?
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  Is it wise to change my Toyota RAV4 for a Suzuki Vitara? 7 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of changing my 2010 Toyota RAV4 multidrive for a Suzuki Vitara 1.4 petrol automatic, is this a wise move? Also will I be able to claim back...
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  How reliable is the Corsa 1.2 petrol? 2 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 petrol. I've seen a 2011 model with 20,000 miles on the clock. I will be doing 40 miles during the weekdays for...
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  Buying a used Ford S-MAX - which engine is best for economy? 24 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to buy a Ford S-MAX petrol. Could you advise which engine is the better buy. I have always thought the 2.3 engine was uneconomical, and not...
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  Ford Mondeo with engine rattle 5 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My Mondeo has covered 114,000 miles.and had just passed its M.O.T and service, but has a rattling similar to coins shaking around in a tin can, which the...
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  Can you recommend a reliable people carrier? 21 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a compact and reliable people carrier. Can you recommend a reliable model? I want to run it for 10 years.
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  Engine blown on Ford S-Max - is it worthwhile fitting a new one? 3 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My Ford S-Max diesel (2007) with 60,000 miles has blown its engine. Before this it was worth £6500. Is it worth replacing the engine? I've been told...
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  Can you recommend a car with a brilliant ride? 13 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am in my early 70s suffering from neck arthritis. I am looking for a replacement car for my Kia Sportage and would like to keep to that size of car....
• Ford Focus Zetec S 1.8 tcdi - repair problems 6 Feb 2014 (Forum)
  Hi, I have just had a timing belt snap (the main one was replaced at 95,000 miles) on my ford focus zetec S (59) with 156,000 miles, I was told that it was the inner one that snapped that has no replacement schedule ?? I have had it repaired (all new valves and pistons) and a new clutch and flywheel. It came back from a local independent garage only to find it had a fuel leak, it went back and I was told the fuel pump had gone (not his fault !)
• Audi A3 1.8TFSI Sport S-tronic - Replace mechatronics unit or not? 21 Dec 2013 (Forum)
  My wife has owned an Audi A3 1.8TFSI Sport S-tronic since new (Aug 2007). It has covered 56,000 miles, is in super condition and we love it other than the DSG transmission's jerkiness from rest. After this worsened, Audi reset the software, which slightly improved matters, but it is still very difficult to manoeuvre at slow speeds because of the sudden, jerky take-up of drive however carefully one feathers the throttle.
• VW Passat 1.9TDI 100 (PD) - MPG seems too low? 28 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  The car has also had a full service (all new filters and oil). So given the nature of my journey to/from work, is high 30's mpg normal?
• vauxhall combo 1.3 cdti - vauxhall combo problems 22 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  Hello,   im having problems with my van it`s a 07 with 26000 miles...   Different garages are telling me different things & the problem could cost £50 to fix or ££££ it`s a elimination process they say.....
• Ford S-MAX - Broken bolt - roofbars 7 Aug 2010 (Forum)
  Went to hire a rof box for our hols today. The S-max has fixed points under covers on the roof.  All going well until, when tightening the bolt holding the rack to the roof, the guy fitting it sheared the bolt flush with the hole. He drilled down the broken stud but it did not fully remove and the bar is now held firmly with a self tapping screw into the hole left by drilling I'm fine for my hols.
• Jaguar S-Type (1999 - 2007) - 00 - Auto gearbox fault on - decisions 1 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  I've got a 2000 (X-reg) Jaguar S-Type 3.0 Auto SE, which has developed a gearbox fault - cannot select 4th or 5th gear. It's still drivable around town, but maybe the gearbox will fail totally soon. I'm going to take it to the local auto gearbox place tomorrow.
• Honda Jazz/Fit (2001 - 2008) - random tyre pressures 2 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  Since May [I keep records] loss has been random - once the steering and brakes felt so odd I returned home. On checking, both off side tyres were down 3 lbs more than the n/s pair. The latest check revealed the o/s front and n/s rear to be down while the others were fine. The Jazz is sensitive to pressure loss and I am usually aware of the need to check. I am at a loss [pun intended] to explain this and would welcome any ideas.
• MINI Cooper S R53 (2002 - 2007) - 2003, 30k miles - Interesting bargain or scam? 1 Apr 2008 (Forum)
  While looking at the private adds on Autotrader for a Cooper S I was struck by one advertised for £4801, it being a 2003 with 30k miles and supposedly in excellent condition. It turned out that the seller had bought the car in the UK but was now selling it from Switzerland.
• BMW 5-Series E39 (1996 - 2003) - (96-03) 535i (Sport) Wonky chassis/monocoque ? 21 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  The best anyone has come up with is ?It?s just one of those things?. Can you or any of your readers help ?