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  Is my Nissan X-Trail's broken timing chain related to earlier turbocharger problems? 13 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I bought an '05 Nissan X-Trail new. At 2000 miles the turbo blew. At 30,000 the replacement blew which Nissan replaced out of warranty as a goodwill gesture...
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  Volkswagen All-in service plan and warranty - is it worth it? 16 Feb 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Volkswagen have a service plan and warranty called All-in. It’s for cars over 3 years old and included two MoTs, one minor service, one major service,...
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  Water in petrol - the filling station is to blame? 29 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter recently re-fuelled with petrol that subsequent to the breakdown of her car turned out to contain 50% water. The filling station concerned...
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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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  Buying Mum's Jazz - what to check out? 26 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm about to buy my Mum's old 53 reg Honda Jazz (at trade-in price). As far as I know there has never been anything wrong with it apart from an EGR valve...
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  Powering down 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
  We have a Ford C-Max Zetec 2.0TDCI and are going to obtain a newer car with a smaller engine. We both have mobility problems affecting getting in and out...
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  Anchors awry 25 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I am a retired Dr with a VW Golf Plus just out of guarantee and with only 26,000 miles on the clock. The ABS system has failed requiring a replacement...
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  Is it worth upgrading my 1999 BMW 528i? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  In February 2000 I bought a 1999T BMW 528i Auto with 29,000 miles for £25,000. It has now done 141,000 miles and is still a pleasure to drive. The only...
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  Accidental damage by breakdown services 10 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My brand new, two week old car was suffering from electrics problems - e.g. alarm going off for no reason, air con not working etc - which the dealer quickly...
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  DSG gearbox in new Skoda Superb - good idea? 3 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a Skoda Superb and wondering if there is still a problem with the DSG gearbox. I have seen reports that even though new cars have...
• Overloading 3 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  Q - how do you determine when the car's overloaded - it's not easy to weigh a car. Also in the event of an accident or breakdown, would an insurance company refuse to pay out if they suspected a car was loaded over the limit?
• Ford Kuga powershift problem - Faulty repair 20 Sep 2021 (Forum)
  A neighbour had the car repaired at a specialist a few weeks ago, £700 less than a ford dealer quote, and as i drove to bring her home, I said get shut of after. They were given a 1 year warranty. It failed last week and was taken away on a breakdown truck.
• Which recovery organisation 7 Sep 2015 (Forum)
   Last year I negotiated it down but am somewhat fed up of this (e.g. personal cover quoted instead of car cover) The AA give a much better price. However, Green Flag are even better. Not sure of Green Flag merits, e.g fleet and mechanics ( as averages etc I know it depends on individuals) I would welcome hearing the collective wisdom on the quality and service provided by breakdown organisations.
• Would you change flat tyre yourself on motorway? 22 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  Have never experienced this on a motoraway, or any trip, and wondered what people would recommend. I can imagine it's a terrifyig experience jacking up a car next to three lanes of passing traffic. Would you call your breakdown service or try it yourself?
• X Type Vs Volvo S60 19 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  Probably looking to buy a used (6-18 month) version of a Jag X type 2.5 or 3.0 SE or Volvo S60 2.0 or 2.4 T. Auto preferred, petrol not diesel. I have done a bit of research and looked at HJ's car breakdown, however, would any experienced back roomers have any personal opinions on which to go for? I'd be grateful to hear your comments - as critical as you like. Thanks.
• Passat and Indicators 10 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  Wondering whether the hazard light would work, again initial few attempts at pressing it yielded nothing at all, so Im now left with an car with no functioning indicators.All the other lights and electrics work. Does anyone have any ideas on a quick remedy and what to do. Can I call the RAC breakdown for this reason?? Any ideas thanks in advance.
• Is the extended warranty worth it? 10 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  I rang my Mitsubishi dealer today and they quoted me £636 to extend the manufacturers warranty for 12 months (this includes breakdown cover). Do you think this is worth it? I am thinking of selling the car within the next 9 months or so - would having a manufaturers warranty make a big difference to the money I might get for it (I estimate it is worth around £5500)?
• Subaru Legacy - Owner Experience 8 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  Just read HJ CBC Breakdown on this model and, in theory, seems quite a good bet as a used 3 year old buy. The 4WD and low range would be useful for occasional towing plus estate car practicality. Do any of the BR community own one, or know of one, and if so what has their experience been.
• Paris. SUV car parking charges - Coming here soon? From The Guardian 12 Jul 2023 (Forum)
  As well as just checking stuff foe a mate going to Versailles, Paris and Disneyland, telling him to get the Crit'Air certificate for his 2008  petrol Zafira... EU breakdown insurance is costing him a fortune, but cheaper than changing the car...
• Honda FR-V 3+3 MPV (2004 - 2009) - FR-V auto - torque converter or I-Shift 5 Oct 2009 (Forum)
  Can anyone confirm the type of gearbox in the FR-V automatic, HJ's car by car breakdown says torque converter and its O.K, the Parkers review says it's an automated manual and avoid. Are there any owners here to recommend or warn me off? This car seems to suit an automatic because of the seating layout and the tricky handbrake although I've only driven a manual so far.