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  Where can under-17s learn to drive? 29 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I took my 16-year-old son for his first driving lesson on Saturday. We used a place in Hornchurch, Essex which has 12 acres of private roads where you...
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  Does the petrol Fiat 500C drive as well as the diesel version? 10 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  In your road test you thought the 500C drove like a sports car and was as good as the Mini Cooper thanks to the anti-roll bar. Is this the same as a torsion...
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  Killermeter 18 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Regarding M.F. of Bath's comments about digital readout speedometers, another major advantage is the ability to switch the readout between mph and kmh....
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  i, i, sir 10 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
  In my search of your road tests I came across the Hyundai i10 and i30. I have yet to drive the i30, but sat in one in the showroom and have to say I am...
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  Something sporty for £8000 31 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a budget of £7-8000 to spend - it doesn't matter if the engine is diesel or petrol, but the car has to have a manual gearbox and be sporty. Can...
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  My insurer are refusing to cover my new car - what should I do? 9 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a MINI Cooper insured with Lancaster insurance (cheapest by far) and I'm due to have a baby, so it's not practical anymore. I've got a BMW 1 Series...
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  The Phantom Splutter 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a second hand 2008 (58) Mini One (petrol) two months ago from a private seller. Everything had been great for the first few days until the...
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  Why aren't dashcams fitted as standard to new cars? 9 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Dashcams have been available for several years now in the accessories marketplace. With the increase in car tech levels, including reversing and 360 degree...
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  What's the smallest car with a retractable roof? 10 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a much-loved MX5, complete with detachable hardtop. However, it is beginning to look as if we might need to replace it, as we are both in our...
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  Which is the best convertible car to buy? 18 Feb 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I have always wanted a convertible car and at 62 I would like to buy one. There seem to be problems with the mechanics on the roofs of some. Which one...
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  Why are my rear brake pads wearing out before the fronts? 28 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's MINI has just failed the MoT as the rear brake pads were worn to 2mm. Is this normal? We have had the car from new and it is just three years...
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  I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - what's a good buy? 14 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - reliable, easy to park, won't rust away at the roadside and able to stand up to lots of stopping...
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  Why is my dash camera stopping my DAB radio working? 31 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have two dash cameras in my MINI Countryman. One is in the front of my car and one is in the rear. When I plug them in, the DAB radio fails. Any idea...
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  Which car for a 24-year-old female? 11 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am a 24 year old girl looking for a little run around car, currently have a MINI Cooper S Convertible but it's not getting its use. I am looking...
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  Which small 4x4 do you recommend? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Can you please advise me as to what small 4x4 you would recommend to buy - taking into account emissions, a good driving experience, reliability and ride...
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  Which small premium hatchback? 13 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We do about about 9000 miles annually, and have really enjoyed our 2008 Mini Cooper. But we now need a five-door for grandparent ferry services. The new...
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  Decent buy for £7,500 29 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have been driving for 3 years now, owning a Peugeot 206 which has served me nicely. I have 3 years no claims with Aviva. Since my brother now drives,...
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  Downsizing from a Saab 9-3 13 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2008 year SAAB Convertible 1.9 TTiD with 80,000 miles on the clock. Almost all of the miles have been motorway on long jouneys but I am now giving...
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  New Car 3 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just purchased a brand new Mini from BMW. I opted out of BMW seal&protect and took it to my reputable detailing company for a seal&protect. This...
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  What's the best used small car with an automatic gearbox? 25 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a small used car with an automatic ‘box. I have £10,000 to spend and want something that will be reliable, but fun. What do you suggest?...