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• Convertible Roof Repairs 11 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  I own a 1972 Peugeot 504 convertible, with a torn roof. It\'s about 5 inches long, (the tear not the roof), just above the drivers door. I can\'t imagine what a new convertible roof costs, I do know I couldn\'t afford it. Does anyone know a good way to repair these?
• Europe's worst drivers 15 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  That included two bikers who deliberately put themselves in clear & present danger for the sake of saving 0.5 seconds on their journey. Funnily enough, and with apologies to John S and pugugly, most of the really bad overseas examples were in BMWs, but we've been there before. So: This house proposes the motion that on average the worst drivers in Europe are: The British. (closely followed by the Italians, but for different reasons) Discuss/
• NEW MONDEO TDCI STALLING 5 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  I have had a new mondeo tdci since september,i have just completed 5000mls in it.It runs lovely except on occaisions the engine stalls approaching a junction.I...
• Peugeot Classics 4 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  It's easy to do this with the Mini or the Ford T-Bird because it's easy to see what made them great - I can't see the point in designing something and nobody knowing what it is! Which classic (pre-70's) Peugeot designs stand out to you lot?? Any help will be much appreciated! Jamie
• 306 Driveshafts 26 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  Even with the weight of the car on them, I seem to be able to move the shaft in and out by a few mm. (Lefthand N/S shaft). Is this normal, or could I have inadvertantly damaged the shaft by replacing the shocks? There was no movement before I did the work! There seems to be some noise coming from this area, but it sounds more like a wheelbearing hum, but as soon as the weight comes off that side, eg going around lefthand corners, it quietens down.
• Running in an Automatic 16 Sep 2002 (Forum)
  I have checked all the FAQ info and done a search on the techie threads, but there does not seem to be an answer to running in a new automatic. My other...
• Moving to Spain 23 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  I have a V-reg Focus tdi Zetec (rhd of course), with 34k, high spec (side bags, ABS, aircon, metallic etc). I paid £12k, from Belgium & have lavished much TLC (& £'s) on it. I love it, apart from its excessive thirst (for an oil-burner). I'd appreciate expert advice on whether it would be sensible to try to sell it, & buy a lhd Seat there? My usual practice these days has been to buy new(or nearly) then keep it until it starts to cost serious Euros (!)
• GEARBOX THRASH ON FIESTA 8 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  I own a Fiesta Zetec S which is 2 months old and has now covered 1500 miles. When the clutch is not depressed the engine is noisy, however when the clutch is depressed the engine noise is minimal. During the 1500 mile complimentary check I mentioned this fault to the mechanc.
• Rover flywheel wear 4 Apr 2001 (Forum)
  Does anyone know whether old style Rover 200's (1990-95 models) are prone to wear on the teeth of their flywheels as my 92,000 mile 214 is grinding its starter on start up (as though I'd try to start it while the engine is running) The fault is inetermittent but getting worse.
• Brakes on a Passat 10 Mar 2001 (Forum)
  I bought a 2nd hand Passat in November (20,000 miles, S reg). I got it from a VW dealer and thus have a year's warranty. Since I bought it the front nearside brake has been making a terrible grinding noise. Sounds like metal on metal. Despite the dealer changing the discs twice and the pads three times the noise still persists.
• Renault Espace 1 Mar 2001 (Forum)
  Hello, Some time ago, someone mentioned (Was it HJ ?)the better model of a s/h Espace to suit a potential buyer who was short on funds. My ageing Nissan Prairie will have to go soon and I fancy an Espace, preferably diesel, possibly with auto transmission. Funds are limited to around £5000.
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  Proboematic Jaguar S-Type 13 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a Jaguar S-Type on an internet auction site from a trader with no reserve. The car looked good in the pictures, but only had a few months...
• Byers questions Final part (hopefully) 2 May 2002 (Forum)
  The public is extremely resentful of the fact that this lack of funding exists despite road transport taxes providing a considerable proportion of the Treasury budget income, far in excess of the returned investment. What is the Minister?s view on redressing this imbalance.
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  Are there any cars with sliding doors that fit three child seats? 8 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I want a car or MPV with sliding doors for a family of three kids and two adults. I currently have a Ford S-MAX and we can get three child seats in the...
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  I get the impression that buying any other car but a hybrid or electric in today's market is risky - do you agree? 30 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 1.5 TSI VW Passat Estate GT in September and I'm very happy with the buy. I moved from a 2.0 TDI to the mid-sized petrol engine due to the overall...
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  Would a Rover 75 make a good first car? 4 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm 17 and working on passing my driving test soon. I've got a little bit of money saved up and want to buy my first car. Ideally I want to spend £3000...
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  Faulty S-MAX - What are our options? 7 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We recently bought a 2007 S-MAX and was told it came with a three month warranty from a third party company. The dealer assured us the car was free from...
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  Which petrol automatic SUV should we buy for motorway and local use? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Over the past four years our situation has changed. I no longer drive due to eye problems and my wife now does all the driving. She is in her mid 70’s....
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  Ford C-Max electric parking brake problem 31 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Three weeks ago I went over a speed bump and the battery warning light came on and a warning 'Limited EPB' appeared on the console. I took the car, a 2004...
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  Claiming compensation from trade seller 19 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a Ford Focus 1.8 (2000) 75,000 miles roughly two months ago from a Trade Seller - one guy owning a fully registered company. I was generally happy...