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  Why does my Caddy suffer from clutch judder? 6 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My 2008 Volkswagen Caddy violently judders whilst pulling away, especially in reverse. I have been advised that it is likely to be clutch judder and is...
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  Need a reliable auto - what do you recommend? 24 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a new or nearly new medium sized car. I'm worried about the fluid issue and hesitance in pulling away with a Volkswagen DSG and also concerned...
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  Golf returning poor fuel economy - are the new tyres to blame? 11 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I recently replaced old "Event" tyres with new Michelin ones on my wife's 2006 Volkswagen Golf diesel. On a regular round trip of 120 miles, her on-board...
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  Buying a modern classic convertible 10 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am nearing retirement and would like a reliable and economical soft top. The Mazda MX5 just seems too popular, I like the idea of a MK1 or MK2 Volkswagen...
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  How long does it take to fit a new engine? 15 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2010 Volkswagen Golf, which has done 34,000 miles. A few weeks ago the car developed a misfire and my local dealer charged eight hours at £80 per...
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  Which small SUV or family hatch? 17 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a small petrol suv/hatchback and am looking at the Renault Capture, Volkswagen Golf and Citroen Cactus. I will be doing about 8,000...
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  Engine management light problem with Golf GTI 11 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have bought my son's 2004 Volkswagen Golf GTIand the yellow engine management system light comes on. Have asked my good local independent garage to fix...
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  Maintaining my Roomster 1.2 petrol? 12 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Skoda Roomster 1.2TSi 105 bhp, which is a brilliant and versatile car. However, I noticed in a recent column that Volkswagen/Skoda have reverted...
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  Which small car for an older driver? 12 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My husband is no longer able to drive. I am 75 years old and enjoy driving. We feel it is time to change our loved 2004 SEAT and are unsure what to consider....
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  Clutch judder on Golf - what's the fault? 23 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Very occasionally I experience severe clutch judder in my 2005 Volkswagen Golf when pulling away in 1st gear, generally after stop/start driving in heavy...
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  Where can I get a cheap wind diffuser? 16 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Volkswagen Golf TSI cabriolet, but it does not come with a wind diffuser/wind break. I enquired at my dealer about buying a wind diffuser and...
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  Do I ever need to replace the chain cam? 13 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 2008 Volkswagen Golf has a chain cam, which the dealer says will last the lifetime of the 1.6 engine. Is this true?
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  Failed clutch - garage denies liability 18 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My local garage fitted some new clutch parts to my Volkswagen Passat. However, after just four months, the clutch failed. The garage has told me it’s a...
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  What does Ford's PowerShift gearbox do? 21 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I’m being offered a 2012 Ford Mondeo Titanium X 2.2 TDCI with 16,400 miles on the clock for £16,841. Can you tell me if this has PowerShift and explain...
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  Recommend a small, economical runabout? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Our main car is a Volkswagen Touran. We require a second car primarily as a local runabout. We’re looking for something cost effective in fuel and insurance,...
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  Is £13,495 a good price for a used Kia Cee'd? 19 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am interested in buying a Kia Ceed 1.6 GDi. I’ve spotted a 2012 car with 16,600 on the clock and the dealer is asking £13,495. Is this a good price?...
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  Are there any known faults with the Skoda 1.4 TSI engine? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Might I ask you for your advice on the 1.4 TSI engine? Does it have any inherent faults? I am considering buying a new Octavia Estate, and having run BMWs...
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  DSG gearbox problem with Caddy van 30 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Volkswagen Caddy van has a side to side wobble as it reaches 4th gear of the DSG auto ‘box. The problem normally vanishes when I reach 6th, but gets...
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  Looking to switch to petrol – what do you recommend? 19 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Having read a great deal on your site regarding the cost of keeping diesels on the road, I'm seeking to switch to a petrol car with a budget of around...
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  Buying a Touran DSG - wise? 24 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We want to buy a used, new shape Volkswagen Touran 1.6 TDI SE (2011 onwards) with a budget of up to about £17,000. We have driven a manual and find the...