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• I bought an Almera 24 Feb 2006 (Forum)
  I tested a few Almeras and looked at a few more, and was pleased enough that I didn't bother testing any of the more-expensive-but-less-reliable alternatives. I looked at several, but the one I bought is an ex-Motability 1.8SE automatic 5door hatch, just over a year old, mileage in the low teens, pretty much immaculate. I paid half the RRP of a new version of the same thing, and several hundred less than I would have paid in the cheapest of the supermarkets.
• Motoring myths 13 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  For example, if you have seven years no- claims and then make a claim you usually lose only two years. 11. You'll automatically fail your driving test if you stall the car Not true. The test examiner is assessing your ability to drive safely, complete certain manoeuvres and demonstrate that you understand the Highway Code.
• How crooks are stealing cars without a key 16 Mar 2015 (Forum)
  Positioned on the eastbound carriageway of this busy road, on a section between Dagenham and the Dartford Crossing, was a police car fitted with an automatic numberplate recognition (ANPR) system that alerts officers to vehicles recorded as being linked to crime. Further down the road were four marked and unmarked pursuit cars, waiting for the nod from the ANPR police car to give chase to any vehicle that the alert system flagged up.
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  Can I insure my 2003 BMW X5 as a classic? 15 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I live in Enfield where i have to pay ULEZ. Vehicle is currently off road declared SORN, however I want to get the vehicle back on road in a month or two....
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  Should I pay a fine for not displaying my blue badge? 14 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have received a demand for £60.00 if paid within 14 days for parking in a (what I thought was a council owned) car park in a marked disabled driver bay....
• (my) Autotrader gems 25 Aug 2022 (Forum)
  On top of that, having two individual rear seats like the fronts seemed like the best thing since sliced bread!. This turbo automatic seems in very fine fettle, the interior in particular looks like its never been sat in. 202205035291654  Not a Landcruiser, but this old school Nissan Patrol 4.2 (n/a!)
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  Can you recommend some all-weather tyres? 30 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have 2018 Volvo XC60, which was fitted with Michelin Latitude Sport 3, 235/55 R19. They will soon be coming up for replacement. What do you recommend?...
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  I bought a classic car described as 'immaculate' but it has many faults - can I return it and get a refund? 24 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a fully refurbished 1972 MGB Roadster seven days ago which was advertised as immaculate, in as new condition, mileometer reset to zero, essentially...
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  How do I protect my car key signal from being stolen electronically when my car is parked? 30 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  How do I protect my car key signal from being stolen electronically when my car is parked?
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  Are there any rearview mirror dashcams that can also act as a reversing camera? 11 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I would like a rearview mirror dash cam, partly for discretion, partly for security (so it isn't seen as a target for thieves) and partly to minimise loss...
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  How do black boxes work? 20 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
  Can you please tell me how black box insurance works? I understand it records your driving but I have the feeling it could come back to haunt you? I am...
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  My daughter's car was stolen without the alarm being set off - how did this happen? 17 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter's 2013 Ford Kuga was stolen two days ago from outside her bedroom window at night. We're stumped how the thief gained access without setting...
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  Where do I stand if I have been unknowingly driving without a licence and insurance? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
  A few months back I was driving my son's car. We parked and when we came back someone was just about to put a note on to say someone else had hit it. Minor...
• Jensen Interceptor - A day with an Interceptor 23 Aug 2014 (Forum)
    This dual personality is part of the charm of the car:  the first half of the throttle’s movement is waft-matic;  the second half unleashes the beast.  Chrysler drivetrain engineers really did know their stuff, I’ve never driven an automatic car that has such good and immediate responses to your input. The car’s handling is still tidy, too.  Initial mild understeer gives way to a nice balance on long sweeping corners, and the car stays firmly on line, feeling well planted.
• Honda Accord UK (2003 - 2008) - 05 2.2 Clutch Problems 16 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  I intend to replace it with a ?tank? of sorts. We are keen to continue caravanning. Could anyone comment on automatic gearboxes for towing. Again, Thank You in Advance. Best Wishes and Happy Everythings, Len Bullock, Weston-Super-Mare, Summmmerset. {post amended to remove SHOUTING!}
• Citroen C4 (2004 - ) - Mini review - impressed! 17 Sep 2008 (Forum)
  SWMBO has a business trip coming up and a hire car has turned up: A Citroen C4 1.6 SX automatic! I can't say I've ever been a Citroen fan in particular, but SWMBO commuted in it today and came back raving about it, so I went for a little blast myself. The first thing that strikes you is the styling.
• Are cars just TOO fast? 26 May 2005 (Forum)
  No doubt there would soon be a plethora of aftermarket chips to get round this. Simple solution: if found to have been tampered with, then automatic instant confiscation of vehicle. Modifications to be confirmed, then destruction of said vehicle. No appeal. No resale of vehicle at auction. It?s gone. As an added tweak, I would also propose that ecu?
• Why do you run so many cars? 5 Oct 2004 (Forum)
  I think that would become a stalemate! So if anyone can help me with a large 4 x 4 manual the size of a ford focus and automatic, we may be onto a winner! The thing is that together they may only do 12000 miles this year! Heaven help when the children start driving! Do any other backroomers need such motoring extremes as I do?
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  Should I declare an insurance claim on my motorbike when applying for car insurance? 3 Nov 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I used to ride motorcycles. In 2007 I had a no fault accident where my bike was written off. My insurance paid out without quibble and my solicitor put...
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  What are the speed limit tolerances in Spain? 29 Nov 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I try to be very careful re speed limits. I am to visit Lanzarote soon after 8 years. I read the Spanish are hot on speeding, for good reasons it must...