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  Were the diesel claims all just a big scam? 11 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Whatever happened to the diesel claims which we were all asked to put in? Pogust Goodhead does send the occasional email but this has been going on for...
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  Is this a scam? I think it is! 19 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I've copied an extract from an email thread I've had with a potential seller of an Audi A4, and am concerned that this appears to be a scam to extort the...
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  Unprotection racket 14 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Today I received my car insurance renewal and was asked for a 25% increase in premium. This in spite of having nine years 'protected' no-claims discount....
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  Amasian result 12 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My husband and I posted an add on Autotrader to sell our Toyota Amazon and within minutes we had a phone call from an Asian guy wanting to buy, he asked...
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  Scrappage scam? 22 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I note your response R.W. of Wiltshire regarding the Government Scrappage Scheme, and in particular the policy of crushing perfectly good cars. I too subscribe...
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  Mass Whiplash 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  A few weeks ago my wife, when exiting a dual carriageway, 'nudged' a stationary car in front of her on the slip road. There was no visible damage to the...
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  Relative values 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am writing on behalf of my relative who has just moved address from Garstang to Clitheroe in Lancashire. We have informed all parties i.e. utilities,...
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  Honda Happiness Accident Assistance 7 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  What are your views on Honda Happiness Accident Assistance? In the (hopefully unlikely) event of an accident should I inform them OR my Insurance company...
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  How should I import a UK registered classic back to the UK? 26 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm interested in buying a car from someone who has kept the car in Spain. The car is a classic and is registered in the UK, with a UK owner, who has an...
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  Found a cheap car, but its owner is in the USA 17 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I've seen a KIA Sorento for sale. The car looks to be in great condition, with 64,000 miles on the clock for just £6000. However, there'a catch, the owner...
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  Happy days? 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a new Honda Jazz in September 2010. It comes with Honda Happiness accident management cover. I am insured with Churchills. So if I have an accident,...
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  Payback time 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We decided on retirement to reduce to one car, and sold my wife's. Phoning the AA Insurance the next day to cancel, I was told that no refund was due,...
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  Can you recommend a reliable, genuine car insurance company? 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am about to renew the insurance for my 2002 Rover 75 2.0 CDT. Having read in your column about various tales of hire car scams, accident management companies...
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  Catalytic Conspiracies 20 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Is it correct that, although lean burn technology offers better fuel economy and lower emissions, the EU compels manufacturers to fit catalytic converters...
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  Can I make an offer to the seller of a used car? 1 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I've seen a vehicle advertised for £5000 and I believe it's worth more. What is the law relating to items or goods shown at a particular price for sale?...
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  Are asset protection, paint protection and extended warranties just commission scams? 12 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  When I bought my used cars, the dealer tried to sell me three-year asset protection for £349, ceramic paint protection for £299 and an extended warranty....
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  Why have keyless entry system become so popular? 27 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Why the rush to fit keyless systems? Is it just a scam to fit a “premium” feature in a vehicle. I for one, would not want such a system. Physical keys...
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  Personal injury claim - is this a common scam? 9 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I had a minor low speed bump with another car at about 1mph. The female driver was fine about it and we exchanged details. A few days later I received...
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  My son has received a county court summons for writing off someone's car - how can he avoid a CCJ? 3 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My son had a small collision in November 2017, causing minor damage to both vehicles invloved. He admitted liability at the scene as it was clearly his...
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  Tricked into buying an ex-rental car 27 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a six month old Volvo XC60 from my local Volvo dealer in Sunderland on the understanding that it was an ex Volvo UK management car. Two weeks...