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Taxing work 24 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
Could you advise me as to the best car to buy for use as a mini cab? I need an automatic to save on my clutch leg; however, I've been getting conflicting... -
All - Changing to Automatics 14 Jul 2010 (Forum)
HJ seems to be fielding numerous questions in the DT Motoring Section and here about the new Jazz i-shift and people complaining about "jerky" gearchanges,... -
What's causing a lack of power from my 260,000-mile 2002 Skoda Octavia? 6 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2002 Skoda Octavia automatic 1.9 TDI with 260,000 miles. There is no power when accelerating and it's very slow to change gear upwards, and sometimes... -
Advance and be noticed 5 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife who, at eighty two, is soon to take an Advanced Driving Test with the Institute of Advanced Driving, plans to change her manual Jazz for an auto.... -
Over 75? 6 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Rover 75 diesel estate auto. It has done 120,000 miles. The gearbox has failed and would cost about £2,000 to replace. It's a lovely car but I'm... -
Cutting the crass 16 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm in need of some assistance. My mother is looking to change her 2006 Clio automatic and needs a car of a similar size. She wants something premium,... -
Shifting gears 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
I read with interest your reply to BP in Saturday's Telegraph. Are you suggesting for Swindon production of the Honda Jazz there is a possibility that... -
Diesing out the dirt 14 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a FIAT 500 diesel (which she loves) and we took it in for a first service at £149. I didn’t check the oil after the service to ensure it had... -
Inheritance taxi 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
In December 2008, in the teeth of family opposition, my 85 year-old father, who is not very well off, bought a new Renault Laguna 2.0T automatic hatchback,... -
Cooped up 1 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a MINI Cooper D auto, which is a great little car and lots of fun. However, to be practical, I really need something not quite so mini and a softer... -
Diss-be-lever 30 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I would be very grateful for any advice. I would like to buy a car with small body dimensions and a great automatic gearbox because most of my driving... -
Shoulder bolster 23 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
My daughter will be 17 soon and I am starting to think about a suitable car. Due to a shoulder condition she will be limited to an automatic. I would prefer... -
Ramp consumerism 25 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are in our 80s. She is partially disabled and uses an electric scooter for mobility. Our automatic Honda Jazz has served us very well for... -
Skoda Superb (2008 - ) - DSG not as efficient as was promised? 15 Sep 2008 (Forum)
When DSG gearboxes were first available, they were claimed to be a great advance on old torque-converter automatics. Apart from faster and smoother gearchanges, the elimination of the torque converter was supposed to make them much more efficient, so that there would be no increase in fuel consumption or emissions. -
Suitable car for tall person with injured knee 7 Dec 2007 (Forum)
I'm seeking a car that is comfortable with excellent front seats and leg room, reliable (I live in a rural area with no sign of a bus service and the two faults that stopped my previous S80 in it's tracks - ETM and ECU - could easily strike again), economical and, with an automatic transmission. Budget? I could stretch to £10K but would prefer to part with about half of that if possible. Apologies for the life story but I thought some background information would explain why I am where I am and why I seek what I seek. -
Citroen C5 (2001 - 2008) - '01 HDi - Strange 'knocking' through the steering 1 Nov 2007 (Forum)
Hi all, Bought a 2001 Citroen C5 recently (the 2.2HDi SX automatic hatchback). Lovely car in all regards apart from a weird sort of "knocking" that's transmitted through the steering column. (Well it looks horrible too of course, but practical family diesel automatics aren't that common, so it wasn't a style-led choice!) -
Toyota Corolla (1997 to 2002) - 1998 1.3 Programming Key Fob? 23 Dec 2024 (Forum)
Hi Guys, I am reposting this question as I did not get any reply to my question which I posted in Dec 08. I have a Toyota Corolla 1998, S Reg Automatic GS 1.3 bug eye shape UK Model car which I bought 2nd hand for my wife and it came with only one set of keys. I have acquired a new key Fob and would like to program it. Could some one please help me with the instructions. -
Saab 9000 - Saab 9000-should I buy? 3 Sep 2024 (Forum)
Some seemingly well cared for ones are for sale for decent money. Is there anything to look out for? This car would be for my friend who can only now drive automatics, so how strong is the auto box in these cars generally? I understand that the 9000 was one of the last 'true' Saabs before the 'cloned Vectra' 9-5. Does that make the 9000 a better buy over the more modern 9-5? -
Manual cars worth less than auto secondhand 16 Jun 2024 (Forum)
Interesting read that informs that: "Residual values of used cars with manual transmission are in decline, with some models worth as much as 21% less than their automatic equivalents and fewer manual cars for sale in 2024 than ever before" I suppose it's inevitable as people buy electric as well as ICE cars and hybrids generally being auto. It suits me if I can find a cheaper car in manual form but worrying they will become harder to source. -
Ford Mondeo 2014 Powershift - Sc*** or Invest 14 Dec 2023 (Forum)
After just investing the best part of 650 to replace timing belt/water pump and oil and filter change, I have just had gearbox failures from the (what I now learn as notorious) Powershift gearbox. The fault code (as read by the AA) was 'Shift Solenoid D stuck'. I called a local automatic gearbox specialist who quoted 2800 as a minimum to rebuild the gearbox - and other damage found could add to that quote. Given the 'webuyanycar' price is less than 3k, anyway, is it best to reluctantly sc*** and move on?
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