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  • Car Mags Must Go 9 Feb 2007 (Forum)
    I have decided I want one of my spare bedroom 'back'. It is currently bursting at the seams with old car magazines. Mainly, Motor, Autocar & Car, from the 70s, 80s & 90s. They're all in pretty good nick & I'm reluctant to just throw them away. Does anybody know of any car club in the Manchester area that would benefit from them (gratis), or any other good home for them?
  • Diesel car recommendations 9 Apr 2002 (Forum)
    I need to get a small family size diesel car (i.e. Astra size). I would not buy new, instead I would prefer to buy a 1 to 2 year old car. £9k max budget. I will be doing 18K miles per year and would be looking to keep the car for 5 years. Can anybody recommend what make / model might suit me best?
  • Scrappage after accident, why not in every case? 30 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
    A car crashed into the back of my rather old Toyota Hilux a few weeks ago. The other driver admitted liability and my insurer has written it off Cat D....
  • What's the best automatic small car for an older driver with mobility problems? 9 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
    I am a 78 year old woman with mobility problems. I need a small car with automatic transmission and automatic tailgate and rear view camera. Where do I...
  • I replaced the bumper on my Mercedes SL but the fog lights don't fit, when did they change? 28 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
    My car a 2002 Mercedes SL500 was stolen and crashed so I bought a salvage bumper and it fitted perfectly but the old spot lights didn't fit at all do you...
  • Which petrol car has the best MPG? 22 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to purchase a 3-4 year old car. What is the best petrol vehicle that provides 55 miles to the gallon?
  • Should I be wary of buying a high mileage car? 7 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
    I'm thinking of buying a 2008 petrol Ford Mondeo with 151,000 on the clock. The vehicle is quite tidy but I'm worried as the mileage is high. What should...
  • What's the best van based car or van for under £3000? 25 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
    What's the best van based car or van for under £3000 suitable for carrying a couple of dog cages and towing a small lightweight trailer?
  • Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? 4 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
    Is buying a Japanese import a good idea? I'm considering a Honda FR-V.
  • Buying a used 5 Series - should I wait for the new model? 27 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I am considering buying a one or two year old BMW 5 Series Touring 520i. I understand that the new 5 Series will be launched in 2017 (saloon in January...
  • Vauxhall Lifetime Warranty - why doesn't it cover broken springs? 27 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I have a Zafira Tourer with Vauxhall's Lifetime Warranty. The car is less than four years old, with 39k miles on the clock. However, when a broken spring...
  • Is the mk1 Honda Jazz a reliable car? 20 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I want to buy a used Honda Jazz (mk1), with a manual or automatic gearbox. Do you recommend this car at all? If so, which engine is best for economy and...
  • Audi A6 Avant electric window problems 1 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
    My car is a 2012 Audi A6 Avant, which I bought from a local Audi dealer when it was six months old. Today, the driver's side window stopped working. Should...
  • Best used family car for £5k? 21 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
    My friend has about £5000 to spend on a used family car. She currently drives a new generation VW Beetle which she loves so she would prefer something...
  • What would you consider is a 'high mileage' car? 29 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
    What would you consider as high mileage in a car? Are some marques likely to be capable of higher mileages than others?
  • Need a replacement for Rover 75 15 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have to replace my Rover 75. Ideally, I'd like a car with a similar level of comfort to my Rover (leather seats, air con) with similar handling and economy....
  • Should I repair my car before selling it? 9 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I have just ordered a new Kia Cee'd diesel and propose to sell my 2007 Peugeot 207 SE HDi 90 privately. The car was bought from new, has full service history...
  • Can I recommend vinegar for removing smells from cars? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I note the email on Saturday 20 July regarding the smell of stale smoke in cars. An old and tested way to rid a vehicle of smells is to place a saucer...
  • Central locking problems with an old Leon 4 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have an X-Reg SEAT Leon. When I lock the car with the key fob it locks all of the doors OK but when I walk away the car then unlocks its self and sends...
  • Is a Mercedes-Benz good long term car? 28 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I currently drive 20,000 miles a year on a 120 mile round trip commute which is mainly motorway and have a 6 year old Mazda 6 diesel with 120k on the clock....
 

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