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• Tailgate mirror for MPV 17 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  We have occasionally seen apparently good quality mirrors attached to the rear roof and even one extending from the factory rails to cover the back of the car. The dealers and accessory shops around here claim no knowledge of such things. Does anyone know where we can get a decent tailgate mirror for a MPV? Do they interfere much with the tailgate lifting up?
• Breakdown Direct - for small vehicles on 15 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  Just visited http://www.breakdowndirect.co.uk/ as I was wondering how they manage to give such good value. Ploughing through the terms and conditions it appears that the maximum vehicle height covered is 1.5m. This must rule out a lot of cars. As well as most mpvs ( including Berlingo and Kangoo ) even the humble Astra comes in at 1.510m. Gross vehicle weight is 3.5 tonne though. Do you think every mechanic is issued with a tape measure ?
• BMW V8 Cuts Out 1 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  When the fault occurs, holding the throttle when starting will keep the engine running, but it dies as soon as the throttle is released. Anybody got any ideas? (We have owned the car from new, it's covered 30,000 miles and never had any previous faults or repairs)
• mondeo live with the leak? 20 May 2003 (Forum)
  The car is due an mot soon so i am reluctant to undertake expesive work that is elective in case more is needed for more work to get it through its mot. I am considering it may be time to cut my losses should it pass as things could start getting expensive soon.
• Warranty or a holiday? 3 Dec 2002 (Forum)
  My Passat TDi exits VW's warranty in February 2003 so I'm wondering if I should shell out for another 2 or 3 years for an independent warranty. 3 years is £700 which goes a long way towards a holiday or covers quite a few repairs. The car's done 53K and runs like a dream (albeit a slightly PD noisy one!). I've had the oil changed every 5K. Am I likely to get some heavy-ish bills in the next 50K and if so can anyone recommend a decent warranty firm?
• 2.5 V6 Omega Pathitic Performance 9 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  Anyone any ideas, I was thinking as the engine is covered in oil crankshaft position sensor or the like is may be playing up.
• Brake dust 15 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  Any thoughts on excessive production of this on a Ford Lynx (Mondeo). Car has less than 2000 miles on the clock and within a few miles of washing, front trims are covered in brake dust. Thought at first this was simply due to newness and might go away but appears to me very abnormal and beyond the usual deposits one experiences.
• Catseyes 29 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  Is this a policy decision, not to replace them when they wear out? Gave me a nasty moment, when the catseyes suddenly disappeared mid-bend just as there was a car coming the other way with badly adjusted headlights dazzling me. For a short time, I completely lost track of my position on the road (with the reflective white markings being badly worn, covered in salt and mud, and reflecting about as well as a carpet).
• GEARBOX THRASH ON FIESTA 8 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  On collecting the car I was told that there was no fault, and that the noise was "gearbox thrash". The garage said that there was no fix for this condition, and as it isn't a fault Ford will not rectify under warranty.
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  Is buying a diesel van a good idea, bearing in mind the problems I hear about expensive emissions equipment repairs? 25 May 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My dad is wanting a van for approximately £2000. He's never had a van or a diesel vehicle. I myself am a car enthusiast; I've bought, repaired and sold...
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  What is my BMW worth given its famous previous owner? 19 Nov 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2016 BMW 750i with every conceivable extra - new price £81,915. The car was owned by Francis Rossi from new to my purchase in September 2020. Car...
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  How can I look after my car to prolong its life? 4 Nov 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Having previously owned two Alfa 159s I am currently the proud owner of a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia diesel 2.2 180 Super. I purchased it new I have now completed...
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  What rights do I have for a car bought from a private seller? 9 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Vauxhall Astra 2011 car from a private seller, who mentioned in the advert, verbally, and on WhatsApp that it was in good condition. I was allowed...
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  My dad has been diagnosed with dementia, can my mum still drive his car? 6 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My dad has been diagnosed with dementia and - therefore - cannot drive. My mum can still drive but the car is in his name and so is the insurance, with...
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  Can you recommend a car to keep for eight years? 31 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking to change our 11 year old Honda Insight. We are likely to keep the next car eight to 10 years, and realise we are in a time of rapidly changing...
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  Volkswagen Golf infotainment system isn't working - what are my options? 13 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a four year old low mileage Volkswagen Golf with full VW service history. The infotainment system has stopped working and VW want to charge me £2,500...
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  I want an estate car for a growing family and mostly short trips. Should I go hybrid or petrol? 28 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Skoda Fabia 1.0-litre 110PS - which is great for my school run and occasional longer trips, but due to growing kids and a dog, I need a bigger...
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  Can we afford an eco-friendly car? 6 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  We currently have a diesel Skoda Superb. We are looking to change it for the most eco-friendly car we can afford. The Superb is a 2016 model with about...
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  My new car seems to have an issue with the paintwork - what can I do to rectify this? 4 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a new Volkswagen Golf Estate with metallic paint. I purchased the car on February 1 2020 and have covered 223 miles. Today is the first day the...
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  What Christmas present should I buy someone who is into classic cars? 21 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I've seen a few of your Christmas gift guides and wondered if you have one for classic cars? Stumped as to what to get someone this Christmas. Any help...