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Is there a Mazda 6 clutch issue 8 Feb 2006 (Forum)
Hi all, Someone I know has a 10,000 mile, 1 year old Mazda 6 diesel which has worn out its clutch. Is this a known problem with this car? He has taken other cars to the 100,000mile mark before without the need for a new clutch, so it doesn't appear the problem is down to him, though you never know. -
Auctions vs. car supermarkets 27 Dec 2004 (Forum)
It has been decreed that new car time is rapidly approaching, so I am trying to find the best place to buy a three-ish year old Picasso. Ten years ago there was a definite price advantage in favour of the auctions (taking into account risk, no test drives, hassle etc) but now I get the impression that the big sites are pretty close on prices - are auctions worth bothering with for the private buyer? -
Another number plate query 30 Nov 2004 (Forum)
I was wondering if someone could explain something to me. The plate on my old Mini is pretty good (sad I know, but its one of the reasons why I bought the car) but the car is getting on and may get to a point in the future where I decide to sell it. However, I would be interested to know if there is anyway I can keep the plate even if I sell the car on, and then pop it onto any replacement vehicle I buy. -
Ford Direct. Prices negotiable? 29 May 2004 (Forum)
I am looking at a 12 month old Mondeo Ghia TDCi 130, and ford direct seems pretty cheap (£12164 for the hatchback). I understand negotiating for a new car, as its easy to check discounts via brokers or what car mag. The used market seems a bit less transparent in this regard. -
Going like stink 24 Jan 2003 (Forum)
Currently in the process of changing car, from my zippy, handles like it's on rails, but frankly slow Fiat Punto Sporting. I'm after a marginally bigger 3 door hatch, much quicker, couldn't really give a stuff about image, 3-4 years old car for about £8000. -
Milly Dowler Car Search. 15 Oct 2002 (Forum)
It seems likely that some Backroomers might have information regarding the distorted picture the police have of a car that may be important in the search for the killer of Milly. The old thread was getting a bit large so I'm starting a new one here. More info can be found here: http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/news/index.htm? -
Nokia Mobile phone car kits 4 Sep 2002 (Forum)
Can somebody point me in the right direction here? I just bought a car with all the mobile phone fittings except the 'black box'. It's for a different phone than mine (7110 I think), but I can get an old phone and switch SIMs to use it. I think I have found the connector, but I need to be sure I have the right thing before hunting out the right box. -
Car Importing 12 May 2002 (Forum)
It has a Cat, so that at least should be ok. Also, can someone recommend an insurer for American Cars. I´m old, so I am not expecting it to be too big a problem. -
runabout classic??? 21 Aug 2001 (Forum)
i hope to buy a classic car, but what kind. i have looked at the following cars... ford prefect, rover p4, rover p6, triumph 2000, ford anglia, triumph herald, and of course the good old morris minor, but i dont know what to buy, any advice would be very helpful, and any other models that i should think about, the only problem is that i have about £1000, and the car must have mot, i am looking for a running restoration. -
Is there an issue with oxygen sensors on the Toyota Aygo? 10 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a Toyota Aygo, purchased new in September 2015. Just before it was five years old it needed a replacement oxygen sensor, at about 17,000 miles.... -
Should I keep or trade in my old Golf? 15 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2001 Volkswagen Golf TDI. It has covered 101,000 miles and has a number of issues that need fixing. Currently, the DMF is vibrating and I have... -
Why does Ford have no control over Ford franchised workshops? 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
We have an 8-year-old Ford Ka that has always been looked after by a local independent garage. As it was eight years old we thought we should have it serviced... -
Can I recommend Dr Tranny Lubeguard Instant Shudder for autobox oil changes in the Land Rover Discovery 3? 2 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I noticed in your column at the weekend some advice to someone about a judder and an autobox oil change. This is becoming a more frequent problem in the... -
What is a realistic price for my wife's 2000 BMW 523 SE? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife bought her BMW 523 SE Touring automatic in August 2000. Since then she has carefully cherished it, had it regularly serviced, done only 90,000... -
Can you recommend a classic car for a 17-year-old driver? 12 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am just about to come into my final year before my GCSEs, after which I will be entering VI Form and hopefully be learning how to drive as I am September-born.... -
A dealer has pulled a warranty he gave me on a car after being dissatisfied with my part-exchange. What can I do? 15 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I purchased a car today. I am really happy with it, though the "full service" he stated was only a quickie and I have a tyre on the legal limit, and just... -
New car, old roads 16 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I took delivery of a 3rd Generation Prius T-Spirit in September. It is my 3rd Prius. Every aspect of the car has been refined and improved and it is a... -
Flooded vent well has caused £3700 of damage to our 207 - what are our rights? 2 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
My Mother's 44 month old Peugeot 207 needs some serious repairs (over £3500 worth of work) due to the starter motor wire burnt in PSFI requires replacing.... -
Should a throttle body be covered by warranty? 24 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
My Volkswagen Beetle is three and a half years old, has done a total of 9,496 miles (I have had the car a year and half, and when I bought the car it had... -
Volkswagen Scirocco turbo failure 13 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0 TDI BlueMotion. It broke down last week with plumes of white smoke coming from the exhaust. It was towed back to...