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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) !!!!!!!!!!!! -
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.... -
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... -
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... -
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... -
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... -
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... -
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... -
We want a rugged car that can cope with raised water levels, occasional snow falls, mud and two medium sized dogs? 2 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
We looking to change our MINI Cllubman. We live in a very rural farming area on the coast, liable to very wet, muddy poor roads. We would like car that... -
Is the Ford Focus dual clutch 7 speed transmission reliable? 15 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a brand new Ford Focus Estate with dual clutch 7 speed automatic transmission, which is still branded as Powershift in the marketing... -
What do you suggest as a narrow car for a tight driveway? 11 Dec 2023 (Ask HJ)
My mum is looking to replace her BMW X1. It is too wide for her driveway and she has scraped it a few times. She needs a four door or hatch that's automatic.... -
Are there cambelt issues with the 1.2 PureTech engine? 26 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a 2019 C4 Cactus, I have read that there are some cambelt issues, can you please advise on when you should change cambelt on these... -
How do I get a replacement key for a 2004 Mercedes? 4 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
How do I get new car keys for my old Mercedes 2004? -
Is it possible to get repatriation cover while in Europe? 8 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
We are taking delivery of a brand new VW campervan and planning on taking it to Europe in September. The VW warranty provides breakdown cover in Europe... -
What is the battery life for cars with a stop/start function? 19 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have a SEAT Leon, the engine stops at traffic lights etc and restarts automatically when you are free to go. Recently the car does not restart and a... -
What's the best small plug-in hybrid? 7 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I'm elderly and being blinded with science. I want a small plug in hybrid whose battery will not cost a fortune when it dies as my available cash is about... -
What's the most reliable small SUV that can cope with snow? 5 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
My daughter has just started as district nurse in the wonderful but very hilly area of the Pennines, West Yorkshire. She needs a reliable automatic, probably... -
What's the best way to get insurance for a 17 year old? 26 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
My son is getting his older brothers car for his 17th birthday. My dilemma is do we register the car in his name for now, with me as a named driver until... -
When will the Toyota Corolla Cross go on sale in the UK? 25 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
My wife has owned a number of Toyotas over the years and enjoys their rock solid reliability and excellent economy. She has owned a Corolla for the past... -
Tyre wear - is this normal? 3 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have a Mercedes-Benz E220 Bluetec 2016 model, with 5,000-plus miles on the clock. I have been advised by Mercedes during the last service to replace...

