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• Ideal small(ish) car required 8 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  Hi all, Mrs V. will be taking her test in a few months time and (hopefully) passing first time. When she does I'd like to get her another car to replace her ultra reliable Skoda Felicia which doesn't have power steering.
• American Car Reliability 21 Nov 2004 (Forum)
  (Although how Mercedes S Class & BMW 7 Series are listed as 'mid range' cars beats me.) In the JD Power survey Jaguar are 2nd MOST reliable, BMW 4th and Merc 10th - all with reliability above average. The one unmistakeable trend in every kind of value, reliability & sales survey in the USA is that Japanese and Korean cars are winning and European cars are losing.
• Economy of Automatics 28 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  The subject of Automatic v Manual has been raised on a number of occasions and it is simply a matter of personal choice which suits. I suspect that the majority, like me, drive manuals because an Automatic saps power, costs more to buy and you get a lower mpg.
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  Do I need an E5 additive for my classic Daimler? 4 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am fortunate to have and look after a 1969 Daimler Sovereign (420). I am having to use E5 fuel and would appreciate your guidance on which additive(s)...
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  Should I let my car idle before switching it off? 16 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is waiting to collect a used 2017 Kia Sportage from a Kia dealership. Your articles have often recommend drivers using Shell V power fuel....
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  How long will petrol last when it's sat in a car? 17 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Could you advise on the shelf life of petrol? I refuelled my Volvo XC60 with Shell 99 RON one month ago and I've not used the car to go more than a few...
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  Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI rattle - is it related to the emissions problem? 15 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  You answered a question on 13 December about VAG emission changes. including this: "Latest on the 'fix' for 2.0 TDIs is that it increases the revs at...
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  Stuttering Peugeot 508 15 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased three year old Peugeot 508 2.0 HDI 140 from a local dealer last week. It's generally in good condition, with 80,000 miles on the clock. Having...
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  Jaguar XE or BMW 4 Series - which will be the most reliable? 23 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a petrol sports saloon and am thinking of either a Jaguar XE or a BMW 4 Series. I plan to keep the car for a long time, 10 years...
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  Jaguar X-Type - worth keeping? 16 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I own an X-Type 2.0d SE saloon which was bought 3 years ago (£2700) with 130,000 miles. I have recently noticed that sometimes on lift-off of throttle...
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  Honda Jazz 1.4 EX CVT -excessive petrol consumption 5 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Disappointed with petrol consumption. Admittedly we use car for short journeys, 5-7 miles. Onboard computer gives petrol consumption 38.5 mpg but based...
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  What is causing my Mercedes-Benz E320 diesel to smoke under acceleration? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2002 Mercedes E320 diesel automatic estate. It has done 115,000 miles and I now use mainly Shell V-Power or other brand fuel, but I have been...
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  What is causing my daughter's Ford Ka to over-rev when idling? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter has a 2004 Ford Ka. It has developed an intermittent fault whereby it will often over-rev when idling or rev in "pulses" as if someone is fanning...
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  Looking for a 4x4 10 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Vauxhall Vivaro van for business use and an ageing BMW 323ci for private use. During the winter I have trouble getting about in snowy or icy conditions...
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  Recently-purchased used vehicle destroyed by fire - where do I stand? 24 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a used car from a reputable local dealership. One month later I noticed a loss of power and a harsh grinding sound immediately prior to pulling...
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  Stop-start effect on turbos in automatics 23 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm waiting on delivery of a new 328i touring automatic in the next couple of weeks. It's my first automatic BMW and my first with stop-start technology...
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  Fuel consumption worse after using premium fuel. 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  A few months back I persuaded my wife that it was good practice and worthwhile to fill the Nissan X-Trail with higher quality diesel, as although it was...
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  Why do BP use pumps which can cause drivers to fill up with the wrong fuel? 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Your response to RH, Royston suggests BP Ultimate as an option. Our local BP garage has four pump units, each with three nozzles on each side. Each side...
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  Is it worth having my Honda Civic's engine flushed for £33? 21 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I booked my Honda Civic in for its first service since I bought it, mileage 13,000. I was asked if I wanted an engine flush for an extra £33. I asked what...
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  Narrowing it down 9 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My 2005 Jaguar XJ 3-litre petrol is wonderfully quiet, smooth and comfortable on long journeys, especially for my wife, who has a bad back. It has also...