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• Corsa v Micra and electric mirrors 1 Dec 2003 (Forum)
  Hi I'm currently learning to drive and I need to buy a car very soon. I'm learning in an automatic so I'm a bit limited to car choice but I know I want something small, cheap and reliable. I've kind of narrowed it down to a choice between the Corsa and the Micra but I'm a bit torn. Of the 2, which (in your expert opinion!)
• Audi Avant not accelerate 11 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  I have a 1995 Audi Avant 1.9 TDi, 142,000 miles on the clock (not an automatic), serviced by a main dealer and cared for on the dot. I do a lot of mileage, much of it on motorways. In the last few months, usually when travelling up a long motorway incline, on occasion the car will accelerate up to around 70 mph, but it will not go faster.
• First time buyer-how can i make a best 3 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  Hi, I've just passed driving test at the third attempt( oh my god!) and thinking of buying my first car. The car I have in mind is new Nissan Micra S 1.2L 5dr automatic ( list price is £9395) The standard options are: PAS, ABS, front e/w, immobiliser, remote locking, radio/cd player. As I have no experience in bargaining with a dealer, I would like some advice as to how much discount I should be aiming at realistically; and what figure I should start off with as an opening offer?
• Calling DVD and colleagues 22 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Never noticed this before and never actually seen it on a vehicle either, It is in Part 2, section 13 para 2 (e) Here is the gist. 13.-(1) Save as provided in paragraph (2), no vehicle shall be fitted with a lamp which automatically emits a flashing light. (2) Paragraph (1) does not apply in respect of- (a) a direction indicator; (b) a headlamp fitted to an emergency vehicle; (c) a warning beacon or special warning lamp; (d) a lamp or illuminated sign fitted to a vehicle used for police purposes; all fair enough then one gets (e) a green warning lamp used as an anti-lock brake indicator; Pardon?
• Cars that are Vans 16 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  I read somewhere that vehicles with more than 8 seats were automatically classed as Vans by the taxman in the UK, thus qualifying for the £500 benefit-in-kind tax assessment. I know these waters are muddied by things like double-cab pickups, but I gather that the Revenue is accepting the Customs and Excise view of things that they are commercial vehicles if they have a load capacity over 1 tonne.
• Auto v Manual 23 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  Having been out with her once myself she's really starting from scratch, not helped by the fact that she in quite petrified, and has zero confidence we thought some 2002 instruction a good idea. She's keen on an automatic . . . "then I can concentrate on the road etc, not on the gears/clutch", but I seem to remember HJ and others have misgivings, as they may go out of control(?). Auto would seem less complicated, I have to agree (I was happy with my previous auto car in town) I'd value your opinions.
• Fog lights again (FAO Robin!) 15 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  My point is, on a foggy day, which demands rear fogs for safety, some cars will have front fogs on automatically. So, he will be will be flashing them for something over which they have no choice. Now, I don't know about you, but I get a bit - ahem again - annoyed if I feel I've been flashed unnecessarily (and possibly distracted).
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  Are there any modern cars that don't feature a touchscreen for controls? 22 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We’ve owned a 2011 VW Golf as a second car since it was almost new and have been very happy with it. Now think we should update it for something newer....
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  What do you recommend as a very comfortable, roomy, economical, safe and reliable car? 18 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We’re thinking of changing our 2012 Honda Accord Diesel Tourer for something with as much or more room - we need the space for sailing gear - but with...
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  Should I buy a car with keyless entry? 11 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm interested in buying an automatic Honda Civic and my budget is circa £23,000. However, I'm not keen on keyless cars and cars with 1.0-litre engines...
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  Volkswagen Up GTI spec issue - can I make a claim? 23 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased a new Volkswagen Up GTI based on the spec shown on the VW UK website. One of the 'key features', above the other Up models, is 'interior...
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  Is the DVLA dealing with delays at the moment? 16 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Are there delays from the DVLA with renewing driving licences?
• 1997 Vauxhall Astra Arctic 1.6 16 Valve Automatic - GM' ROUND 3 PIN BOTTOM RADIATOR FAN SWITCH 1 Jun 2011 (Forum)
  Date: <*********="1" color="#0000ff"><*********="1" color="#0000ff"> 15 Sep 1997 Vauxhall Astra Arctic 1.6 16 Valve Automatic + with Air - Conditioning ' - 5 Door Hatchback -- Engine Code - X16XEL- Ecotec Engine. My Astra may be a 14 year old Car ---IT Looks Like A New Car For its Year IT is in all round First Class Top Condition with very low Miles & Very well Cared for & Looked After (& No Expence Spared) !!!!!!!!!!!!
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  What SUV with decent rear space would you recommend? 17 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Six months ago after reading and watching a lot of reviews, I bought a new Lexus LBX. While it's a lovely car our friends struggle to exit the back seats....
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  Should increased tyre pressures due to hot weather be a concern? 10 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2015 Porsche Macan with Michelin Latitude Sport tyres, front 235/60 32PSI, rear 255/55 36PSI. Recent motorway in hot weather, the fronts were...
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  What car is easy to get into for someone with restricted movement of the legs? 22 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I have restricted movement of my legs and have problems getting in and out of cars. My VW Passat was a lovely car but low to the ground making it difficult...
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  What should I look at when buying a used car that has stood for six months? 17 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I may have the opportunity to buy a Ford Fiesta from a friend who is emigrating to New Zealand. It is a 2017 Automatic 1.0 Ecoboost . By the time they...
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  Should I replace my runflats with normal tyres? 25 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My 2019 BMW Z4 will soon need new tyres. Should I renew with runflats or not? The latest G29 M4s are not fitted with runflats by BMW and lots of drivers...
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  Should I buy a car with turbo oscillation? 7 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to buy a 2018 Astra Automatic. It has low mileage 7500, one owner since new, full service history but my AA inspection has thrown up turbo oscillation...
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  My nearside wing mirror is broken - is this an MoT fail? 7 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's 2012 RR Evoque is due an MoT and she has just clipped the passenger side (N/S) wing mirror which has cracked and broken the plastic outer bezel...