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  How long should a head gasket last? 7 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Is it normal for a head gasket on a Peugeot 207 to pack up after only 41,000 miles? Thank you.
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  What small, secondhand cars should I look at with a budget of £5000? 7 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My son has a budget of £5000 and needs to replace his ageing Toyota Aygo. Reliability, economy and costs to run/maintain are priorities. Should we look...
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  Should I sell or keep my depreciating diesel? 9 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a new diesel car in 2017 before retiring. Now we're in lockdown and can't afford to upgrade. I do low mileage and the car has depreciated dramatically....
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  Can you recommend a reliable, good-looking, two-seater sports car? 18 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I have £30,000 cash to spend on a two-seater sports car. Now, hopefully, with better weather and improved prospects on the horizon, what would you advise...
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  Will the Jaguar XF be a future classic? 17 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Bearing in mind Jaguar's recent announcements about stopping production of all internal combustion-engined cars by 2025, do you think the facelifted XF...
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  Can you recommend a punchy hatchback to replace our old Corsa? 17 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  We need to replace our 10-year-old Vauxhall Corsa. It needs to be a 5-door hatchback with a bit of zip. We do mostly local driving. Can you suggest anything,...
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  What tyres will offer my van more grip off-road? 4 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I run a 2016 Mercedes-Benz Vito to transport my off-road motorcycle to and from events, mainly on motorways followed by narrow lanes, tracks and fields....
• Reliably cheap 29 Jan 2021 (Forum)
  My thoughts are on buying a reliable but cheap to run car thanks to a request from a friend. Here’s an example of one of my favourite small cars. It’s a 2019 Hyundai i10 and assuming it has a full dealer history it has a manufacturer warranty until 2024 so there’s no repair costs beyond normal servicing and thus little risk.
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  What small van do you suggest on a £3000 budget? 2 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My niece has started her own business selling pet food. She now needs a small van to help with the deliveries. Her budget is £2000 - £3000. Admittedly,...
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  Can you recommend a hybrid crossover that could carry a wheelchair in the boot? 30 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to replace my current car. I find the boot space in my Renault Captur unsuitable for carrying a wheelchair, folded flat. I know that a Peugeot...
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  Need a reliable, used car for Under £6k - any suggestions? 4 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I am replacing my old 1.2 petrol Vauxhall Corsa, as it has developed a problem with the engine. I would like a similar-sized car, that is cheap to run...
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  What's the best van for £1500? 30 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  A friend is setting up a small business: gardening, handyman and decorating. He has about £1500 to buy a small van and will appreciate your advice on the...
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  I have £6000 for something reliable and stylish. Recommendations? 2 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have up to £6000 (could push for a little more) to spend on a car. I want a reasonably economical to run/repair model, but with a bit of punch and flair....
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  What's the best big engined car for £3000? 29 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I have a small budget of about £3000 and I see I can afford old Chrslyer 300C, old Audi A8 or A6, old BMW 7 Series and a big Lexus. I like big engined...
• SU carb problem - Triumph Bonneville 11 May 2020 (Forum)
  I should also mention that I've had the bike garaged for a few years, and I filled up with LRP (instead of leaded petrol) for the first time ever just before I took it out on this run - I mention this just in case LRP might make a difference to something inside the carb. So my questions really are: 1. If I strip it down, what should I be looking for? 2. What else might be the problem?
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  We are storing our car due to Coronavirus - are there precautions to take to keep it in good order? 23 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My Toyota Prius (17 reg) is mainly used for short runs, up to about 35 miles.This has never caused me any problems, however, in the present times, l feel...
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  I just bought a 1997 Jaguar XK8. Do you have any advice in terms of maintenance and servicing? 16 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I just purchased a one owner 1997 Jaguar XK8 with 50,000 miles on the clock. It has been garaged and is in excellent condition. It has 22 services stamped...
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  Is it safe to charge a battery using a standard non-smart battery charger without disconnecting the battery? 28 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's Suzuki Vitara petrol is only used for occasional short trips and the battery is running low on charge. Can I charge it in situ using a standard...
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  Reliable used car for £5000 or less 14 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My wife's car has given up the ghost. I'm therefore looking to buy a used car for £5000 or less, that will hopefully last for the next five years. Obviously,...
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  What's the best used BMW Z4 to buy? 23 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a BMW Z4 and my budget is £12000 - which models would you recommend keeping in mind running costs? And what age of vehicle could...