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  Which cars have known DPF problems? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  With advancing age I want to drive something smaller and more economical (presently I have a Mazda 6 2.0i) and am very interested in the Hyundai and Honda...
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  Where can we get economical new tyres for our BMW 1 Series? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Our local BMW garage stated that within 500 miles we will need replacement tyres at the front and quoted a substantial figure. Is there a reliable alternative...
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  BMW 5 Series brake problem 31 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Bought a new F10 550iSE about a year ago. At 11600 miles under braking I began to get a shuddering through the steering. Was advised by the BMW garage...
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  X3 problems? 4 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is proposing to buy a 2008 BMW X3 3.0l auto Diesel with 58000 miles on the clock. She mainly wants the car for transporting 2 children with...
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  Can you advise what the correct tyre pressures are for my BMW 530i when carrying a heavy load? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to head off to the south of France with the family in our BMW 530i Sport Touring (2003) and have seen the tyre pressure on the door saying 2.8...
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  Grand Tour 30 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just read your verdict in the BMW Gran Turismo. I had a look at this car last week and thought it was pretty good. I would like to change my S Class...
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  Reduction theory 12 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
  We are reducing our two cars to one. I have a BMW 1 Series, three years old; my wife a Peugeot 205, five years old. Can you advise of any car about the...
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  What estates or SUVs are similar to the Audi A6 Avant? 1 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for an Audi A6 Avant or something similar. Could you suggest an alternative?
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  Should I buy an ex-police car? 7 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Are young but high mileage high performance undercover police cars (Volvo/BMW) with a lot of cosmetic wear a bargain buy?
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  I only drive 7000 miles a year - should I buy a petrol or diesel? 6 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  A friend is considering buying a nearly new small Mercedes-Benz or BMW, but is confused whether to go for a petrol or diesel. She will probably only be...
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  How much is my classic BMW worth? 13 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I wish to sell a 1989 BMW 535i SE manual, with one owner driver from new. What would be the value of this car and the best method to sell it?
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  What's the best used car for £1500? 1 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have a budget of £1500 and am thinking of buying a used car. I'm tempted by the BMW 320D, Volkswagen Golf and Ford Mondeo TDCi. At this budget, they...
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  BMW X3 suffering from exsessive tyre noise 16 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a BMW X3 (registered 2011) with Pirelli Cinturato P7 run flat tyres, which I find very noisy, can you suggest a quieter tyre for this vehicle?
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  Buying a new mid-range car - what do you recommend 1 Jul 2014 (Ask HJ)
  It's time to change my five yearvold BMW 116d Sport and I can't afford a new one. I'm looking at a Seat Leon or Kia Cee'd. Budget is up to £18,000, including...
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  Where can I have an airbag fault fixed at a reasonable price? 29 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2003 BMW that has for some time been showing a warning sign for the airbag. I called BMW but the price of having this examined to get a quote...
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  Friction on BMW brakes 12 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have noticed "rolling resistance/friction" at lower speeds as if the brakes are not fully off. There is also a high frequency "fizzing" sensation through...
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  BMW 116i - What are the benefits of alloy wheels? 3 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I recently started driving a 2004 BMW 116i, and I really enjoy driving it. It's fitted with steel 16in wheels. What benefits (other than cosmetic) would...
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  BMW swirl flaps - do I get them taken out? 9 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am a very satisfied owner of the much maligned BMW X3. The car is a 3.0d manual. My question is: I have heard talk of swirl flaps failing and dropping...
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  Is it worth taking out a BMW tyre and shortfall insurance for £750? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I just bought a 1-year-old BMW 520d with 9000 miles on the clock. The dealer is offering a package of 3-year tyre and shortfall insurance for £750 instead...
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  Air conditioning recharge 21 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  The air conditioning in my 2005 BMW 530i has stopped blowing cold air . I wonder if you could recommend a garage / specialist in South London I could go...