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  I need an auto without a dual mass flywheel 13 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to purchase a nearly new automatic family car to last several years but would like to avoid anything with a DMF. What automatics are fitted...
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  A car with a large boot 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  What would you recommend as a replacement for our aging Nissan Primera. A large boot is important. We've driven automatics for 20 years but are considering,...
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  Black smoke from S Class 18 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Last week you wrote about DPF clogging to contaminate lubricating oil. My computer says I have a reduced oil level but the dip stick confirms correct amount....
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  Buying a used X-type 8 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I might be mad, but I love X Types! I'm looking for a replacement for my existing. It must be diesel, automatic and have leather interior. My budget...
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  Tyred of big tyres 20 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Is it safe and practical to downsize the tyres on my XK8 from Pirelli 245/50/17 to Falken 235/50/17's?
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  What's wrong with my Vauxhall Astra? 29 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Vauxhall Astra automatic that started to play up. The gearbox and engine management lights have both come on. The car drives and changes gears...
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  Why is my Peugeot 307's fuel gauge not working? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I've just recently bought a 52-plate Peugeot 307 SW 2.0 petrol and found that the petrol gauge isn't working. Also, the anti-pollution light is on. Any...
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  Can I fit a new instrument cluster to my 1999 Ford Fiesta? 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have an S-reg 1999 Ford Fiesta. The instrument cluster only contains a fuel gauge and a speedometer. Can a cluster containing a rev counter, speedometer,...
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  What do tyre speed ratings mean? 22 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me what the speed ratings mean on a set of tyres?
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  Which 4x4 do you suggest I buy? 11 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm 6'4" and live in rural Somerset. I'm looking to buy a secondhand 4x4 petrol with a budget of £10,000. What do you suggest?
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  Why is the Audi Q2 2.0 not available with the TFSI engine? 18 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I've tried to order the Audi Q2 2.0 TFSI Quattro S Tronic, but Audi tell me the quattro is unavailable with the TFSI (petrol) engine.
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  I've put petrol into my diesel S-MAX - what should I do? 20 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I accidentally put 6.3 litres of petrol into my diesel Ford S-MAX. The car has since been towed home. Should I fill it up with diesel to dilute the petrol,...
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  Trouble identifying a classic - can you help? 29 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  In the 1950s my father drove an English sports car, convertible with a small "jump seat" in back in which my sister and I could sit. I seem to recall it...
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  Steering malfunction on Ford S-Max - what are my rights? 25 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2011 Ford S-Max that I purchased in April 2012 from a main dealership. Since July 2013 the car has been suffering with a "Steering Malfunction"...
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  Buying a used Golf - which engine? 12 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are buying a second hand Golf as a second car due to expanding family. We don't do many miles so need a petrol. We are deciding between a 122 TSI...
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  Do all Audi S-Tronics suffer from erratic acceleration? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I took delivery in April 2012 of a new Audi A6 Avant 3.0 TDI Quattro with a retail price circa £53,000. This car is fitted with a DSG/S-tronic transmission...
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  Dotting the Eyes 14 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'm writing to you as a 'last resort' but also because my local MP, Julian Brazier suggested I do so (I have copied him into this emaiI). I hope you will...
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  Is a used Tesla S a sensible buy? 18 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  There are many three or four-year-old Tesla's on the market, probably because the four year 50k warranty has expired. I have read many horror stories regarding...
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  How does the MINI Intelligent Adaptive Suspension work? 1 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Do you have any information on the Intelligent Adaptive Suspension being offered on the 2023 Mini Cooper S, please? I’ve read it is a mechanical system...
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  Should I choose an automatic or manual MINI Cooper S? 24 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I plan to buy a MINI Cooper S. The price is the same for a manual or double-clutch transmission. I prefer to use a manual box, which I assume is more reliable...