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  Battery draining 2 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 Volvo XC70 D5 SE with the safety package which included the built in phone and the Volvo "on call" system. The car was in fabulous condition...
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  An estate for average mileages 8 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have £10K (or less) to spend and I want a comfortable estate to do around 10,000 miles per year. Should I be looking at a higher mileage BMW 520D, or...
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  Can I recommend an electronics repair firm called Revtronics? 26 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I know you like to applaud good service so I must heartily commend a Bradford firm called Revtronics (www.revtronics.com) that has repaired both my vehicles...
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  How much is my Volvo P1800 worth? 9 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1963 P1800, one of the last vehicles to come out of the Jenson Factory. The bodywork is in pretty good condition for the age as is the interior....
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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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  What should we replace our BMW 1 Series with for a spacious boot, quality interior and a competent drive? 29 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  We need to change our 3 year old BMW 118d M Sport for a petrol automatic with a better boot than the 1 Series, an easy lift hatch, and the refinement you...
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  Best used SUV for towing a caravan? 7 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a Nissan X-Trail diesel. I use it as a tow car, but due to a change of caravan and increased weight - up to 1510kg - I need a new car with...
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  Buying a used XC60 - which engine is best? 30 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to buy a second hand XC60 - I've looked at a 2012 model for £19k but the more I look into it, the more I am tempted to spend more, buying a...
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  DRLs on a Volvo V70 12 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to attach third party DRL lights to my V70. The automatic wiring loombs you can buy seem an easy option along with dimming options. I have...
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  Volvo S60 hot start problems 11 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have bought a car today, drove it 28 miles to a supermarket and went shopping. Came back out after approx 45 minutes and the car would not start. Had...
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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...
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  What tyres for my Volvo V70? 17 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I see that you are often being asked about alternative tyre sizes and makes for comfort, wear or performance. I am actually quite content with the...
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  Downsizing wheels in an S80? 14 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I read in your newspaper column your reply to ED,Filey regarding replacing existing wheels with a smaller size. I have a Volvo S80 with 225/50/17 tyres,...
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  1.6 Diesel Turbo Air Hose 5 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Hello I have a Volvo V50 1.6D, nearly 4 years old, 64000 Miles, with a hairline crack in the in the Turbo Air Hose and its replacement is recommended....
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  Pricing up my Volvo/ Buying confusion 14 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volvo V70 which we have looked after. I am having difficulty pricing it. It's in good order and has been looked after. I'm finding it brain...
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  Buying a quality used car - what do you recommend? 20 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  After 20 years of reliable service, my beautiful 1991 Volvo 940GL estate is finally reaching the end of the road, and I need to buy a replacement, of similar...
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  Can I fit H-rated tyres to my Volvo XC70? 16 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Volvo XC70 AWD (current model) is fitted with Pirelli Scorpion Zero 235/55 17 99V tyres all round. The rear pair are worn down to 2mm and need replacing....
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  How can I reduce the insurance premiums on my Volvo S80? 20 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am a 39-year-old man with a family of five. I just passed my test two hours ago. I am kind of confused on which affordable used car to buy for my family....
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  Should I trade in my Volvo S60 for a BMW 320 SE Touring? 3 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I currently run a 52-plate Volvo S60 2.0L petrol with 110,000 miles on the clock and with its MOT due. It's been a good runner and I picked it up five...
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  Bad news to brake 13 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2006 Volvo S40 with 1.6 diesel engine. You suggested this engine in preference to 2.0 litres. It has been economical (average of 48mpg for mixed...