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• New car - zoom, zoom, zoom 29 Mar 2004 (Forum)
  Hi all - not been able to post for a while but in the meantime I've picked up my new Mazda MPV. Having driven it a bit more now I have to say I'm very impressed with it. Haven't driven a diesel for about 20 years but it feels great and you'd hardly know it was not a petrol engined car.
• sporty 5 door for sporty family 13 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  I have three children and it seems nigh on impossible to find a new/used or classic car which looks really sporty,goes fast, has 5 doors and is NOT and estate( My wife wont drive an estate..must be her caribbean background ) So far we have tried :- Seat Leon Cupra: Likes: fast,roomy,reasonable price,looks great in yellow,airbag deactivation Dislikes: Would have to be clean to look good,depreciation Audi A3 1.8T: Likes: fast,beautifully made,airbag deactivation Dislikes: a bit small,VERY expensive(even 2nd hand) VW Golf 1.8T and 130BHP TDi: Likes: fast,efficient(Tdi),roomy,reliable Dislikes: A but plain(unless someone can suggest a really good body kit),a lot of them around,have too add extra airbag deactivation kit We have also tried the basic 206 but found it a bit plasticky We have also thought about the mazda 323 1.8 or 2.0 sports and toyota corolla T3 but have not tried them We have also not tried any classic cars yet because of fears on reliability H..E..L..P
• Change of Car 4 Jul 2002 (Forum)
  Hi I have just found out that my family is going to be getting larger in the spring and I therefore need to seriously think about changing my car, both to accommodate 'big mother' and little one when s/he arrives. I currently drive a mazda mx6, which I love driving. I reckon that my car is worth something in the region of 3,500 to 3,000. I can add up to 1,000 more, but that's about the limit. Given these parameters, and the fact that the car must be reasonably cheap to run and reliable, I have almost got down to a shortlist of a Passat (1998, 110 tdi).
• Car for missus 8 Jul 2001 (Forum)
  The missus is after a new car to replace an aged, but still in very nice nick, Cinqecento. She wants a sporty car, preferably a Mazda MX 5. Budget is reasonably flexible but I think £8000 to £12000 is in the ball park. So, is it worth getting the 1.8i 'S' over the base model? It's got an LSD, but she's more interested in the ABS brakes.
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  Are there any modern cars that don't feature a touchscreen for controls? 22 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We’ve owned a 2011 VW Golf as a second car since it was almost new and have been very happy with it. Now think we should update it for something newer....
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  Should I buy a car with keyless entry? 11 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm interested in buying an automatic Honda Civic and my budget is circa £23,000. However, I'm not keen on keyless cars and cars with 1.0-litre engines...
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  I want to treat myself to a flashy, economical car for 10k. What do you suggest? 2 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I’m turning 50 this year and I figured I finally deserve a treat. I’ve decided to trade in (or scrap) my beloved, well-aged and slightly banged up 1.0-litre...
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  Can you recommend the best used, small crossover? 16 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a used, compact SUV/crossover for around £14,000. I do mainly town driving and short motorway trips, so was thinking a petrol automatic...
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  What's the best nearly new car for around £7000? 16 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to purchase a car for £7000 - £8000 and was wondering what models you think would be best to look at in terms of reliability? I'm looking for...
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  I want to replace my aging Ford Ka with something reliable, but a bit more robust - what do you suggest? 2 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to change my car in 6-12 months time. I drive a Ford Ka, which I have had since new and it will be six years old this year. I currently drive...
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  Would a petrol SUV be okay for towing? 11 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a Volkswagen Tiguan that has been okay on a mixture of short trips and towing a caravan. We've never experienced any DPF issues, but since...
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  What estate should I buy to replace my Citroen C5 Tourer? 10 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to replace my 2009 Citroen C5 VTR+ Tourer 140 HDI with one that is 2 or 3 years old. I travel 8000 miles a year, 30% in town and the balance...
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  Noisy diff - grounds for refund? 7 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Four weeks ago I purchased for £2500 a Mazda MX-5 2003 with 91k from a trader. It road tested fine as far as I could tell. Subsequently, a friend who also...
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  Which tyres should I fit to my Fiat 500? 13 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I need new front tyres for my Fiat 500 TwinAir, what would you suggest? Secondly, due to becoming grand parents, we need a new car to replace my partner's...
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  Should I buy the current KIA Sorento or wait for the new model? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2008 KIA Sorento XS with 47,000 on the clock. I am looking to change, but have found that KIA cannot provide me with a new KX2 demonstrator to...
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  Why does Volvo only make the 3-litre T6 as a diesel variant? 2 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have always been a Volvo fan and own currently a top-end 2002 Volvo 2.4T V70 that needs replacing. On looking around for a V70/XC70 replacement I find,...
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  Which diesel company car can you recommend that fits my company's requirements? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  For the first time in 14 years I am about to get a company car with a job I start on 1 July. The criteria below make for a wide ranging choice. I do about...
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  Should I specify 18-inch wheels on my new Audi Q5? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I recently took a test drive in a new Audi Q5. The S Line version seems to have the equipment and extras that I would prefer but only comes with 19-inch...
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  Buying a new small petrol automatic - what are the options? 13 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm after some help in choosing a small, petrol, automatic car to replace my ageing 2005 Vectra SRI CDTi 150 (98,500 miles). My daily commute is a...
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  Which comfortable car for chauffeuring my elderly mother? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am seeking help for my current problem. I need a car to chauffeur my elderly mother which will give her excellent comfort, which will be reliable. I...