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  Replacement family car - what should we go for? 31 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently I drive a C4 Grand Picasso 1.6 HDi EGS Exclusive. We have been extremely happy with the vehicle, the ride and build quality, etc. and are in...
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  Used car for long commute 31 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a used car for a weekly commute (180 miles each way at the beginning and end of the week). From what I have previously read a diesel...
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  Inner sense 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  One month after the 3 year warranty expired on my wife's MINI Cooper S, and after 13,000 miles three warning lights appeared on the console. The manual...
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  Marrried guidance 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Eight years ago I contacted you on behalf of my wife. She wanted a small, new, 5-door hatchback with aircon for under £10k. Your reply consisted of two...
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  Towed, on the whole 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I need a practical beast that will comfortably tow a 1,500kg caravan for about 3,000 miles a year, and carry 4 adults and accommodate 2 Labradors and walking...
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  Prangs 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Can you help please? Last Tuesday my wife was involved in a motor accident. She had stopped, indicating right, intending to pass through a dual carriageway...
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  Are there licence changes for over 70s coming? 1 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I understand there are some changes coming for drivers over 70. The DVLA does not seem to be forthcoming and and the internet has more rumours than facts....
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  What electric estate car do you recommend? 9 Sep 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have driven a 2017 registered Mazda 6 touring from new. It is my perfect car. Fun to drive, plenty of luggage room and long range between refils. I want...
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  Is a Kia Picanto a good first car? 29 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  What should we look out for when buying a 2011 Kia Picanto (60k miles, £2995, two owners) for an 18 year old's first car? Seller has already said that...
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  How can I find my digital service record? 17 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  How can I trace the service record for my Skoda Kodiaq?
• Honda Civic - Honda Civic 1.5 Sport. Uncomfortable. Ideas? 19 Feb 2023 (Forum)
  Boot space would need to match or be higher than the civic (surprisingly large for what it is) but most importantly has a good comfort rating. Before purchasing the civic, the Mazda CX5 was high on my list, but felt if I could get more power and better fuel economy from the civic without adding the weight of an SUV that would be best. I will be sad to see it go, as it's a great car but any longer than 30 minutes in it and I'm dying to have a rest.
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  Is an air conditioning service necessary? 22 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My Toyota dealer recommends that I have my air con serviced after only two years. They quote £150. Is this necessary?
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  Which Volkswagen automatic gearbox should I avoid? 26 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I've read many times of problems with this Volkswagen DSG auto gearbox. Could you please remind me of the engine/auto combination to avoid?
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  Can I travel to get a service done during lockdown? 6 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My car is booked in for a service on 26 January. I live in North Wales and the garage is in the Wirral. Am I okay to travel during the lockdown?
• Honda Jazz - Catalytic converter theft 9 Oct 2020 (Forum)
   Also, he wants an automatic and I warned him about the Powershift gearbox, although I’m not sure mk1s had that transmission - did they?  He also mentioned Kia so I told him about the 7 year warranty.  He is open to Mazda too.  He requires a medium hatchback to carry around the paraphernalia associated with a small baby.  Does anybody have any suggestions ?  You can probably deduce the kind of budget from his initial thoughts.
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  The DVLA lost my V5C and now want me to pay for a replacement? 11 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I sent my V5C logbook to the DVLA with a change of fuel notification. After a month I called them and they said to wait longer but they could tax it over...
• Cheap small 80s/90s Jap: Starlet, Micra, Sunny...? 25 Jul 2020 (Forum)
  I'm not looking for boy racer hot hatch editions, just super cheap economy. Alternatively there's same era MItsubishi Colt, Daihatsu Charade, Mazda 121/323, Suzuki Swift, but all seem to be hard to find.
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  Can I keep the issued registration number on a car when I sell it? 13 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering purchasing a car with an interesting number plate (to me). It's not a private or cherished number, but the original plate from new. When...
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  Can I say I'm the main driver of a family car to make insurance cheaper for my daughter? 27 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter has received outrageous quotes to insure the old family car, a 2001 vintage 1.8 Ford Focus to drive herself. It was previously insured with...
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  We want a petrol seven-seater - what do you suggest? 24 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I need a seven seat car but don't do long distance regularly. Most journeys are short such as school, work, shopping. The majority of options are diesel...