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  Great Exectations 24 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
  In May 2004 I purchased a new Honda Civic 1.6 Executive automatic and I have so far enjoyed 64,000 miles trouble free motoring. The car is in immaculate...
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  Lighter evenings 16 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  What's the situation regarding daytime running lights please? We've just tried out a new VW Polo and the salesman emphasised the fact that it already had...
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  Obstruction attitude 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Further to your comments on chamfered edge speed cushions, we run a Renault Espace 2.0 diesel W reg. Two years ago our estate was blighted with chamfered...
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  Bad Thaidings 10 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a new car about £10,000. After a recent visit to friends in Dublin their suggestion was a Nissan Tiida. Is this car worth considering...
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  Buyerfuel 26 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently returned from a holiday in France and found that many filling stations (especially Shell and Elf) are now selling Sans Plomb 95 - E10 fuel...
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  Family are territory 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is looking to buy a suitable vehicle for her family of 3 children and husband (MPV or 4WD, diesel or petrol). Reliability and running costs...
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  Smaller, yet taller 4 Jul 2009 (Ask HJ)
  We are about to sell our 2001Y Mercedes C240, the seats of which seem to be about 17” above the garage floor. We much prefer accessing our other car, a...
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  Hatched back 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter, currently driving an Audi A3, has a daughter who is almost two, she has now been advised that she is pregnant, and will have twins in September....
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  Ramp consumerism 25 Apr 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are in our 80s. She is partially disabled and uses an electric scooter for mobility. Our automatic Honda Jazz has served us very well for...
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  Hump dinger 7 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a Ford Focus hatchback. But which series, and which engine? I live in west London completely surrounded by speed bumps. I will mostly...
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  Best small car for a family of five? 10 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I want to downgrade to a smaller car, but it must be able to fit my wife and three kids. What used car do you recommend I buy?
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  Can you improve your fuel economy by changing your driving style? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I suppose it's fair to say that all the EU fuel efficiency tests are carried out in the way described on the car fuel data glossary at www.directgov.co.uk...
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  My Renault Clio's engine has been found to be unrepairable - what's a fair price for the garage to charge for the work? 17 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2000 1.4 Renault Clio with about 114,000 on the clock. The head gasket recently went so I took it to a local garage recommended by a work colleague....
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  The ego has landed 3 Oct 2009 (Ask HJ)
  Please can you help with this dilemma? I used to drive an X5 (57 plate, 7-seater), which my husband now drives and I have a 56 plate manual MINI Cooper...
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  What used automatic small car should I buy? 9 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I need a small used petrol automatic with decent amount of poke. My budget is £18,000 and I have looked at a 5 door MINI Cooper and the Toyota Yaris so...
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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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  Are there any exclusions for driving classic cars in France? 24 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
  I am familiar with the Crit' Air LEZ requirements which are becoming an increasing problem for owners like me who enjoy touring in various classic cars,...
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  Do cars not have a wheelbrace and jack anymore? 26 Feb 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Cars haven't had a spare wheel for a long time. But I have just got a new Renault Austral. It has no jack or wheel brace. The dealer told me I shouldn't...
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  I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - what's a good buy? 14 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a classic car to run around the city - reliable, easy to park, won't rust away at the roadside and able to stand up to lots of stopping...
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  I drive 60 miles a week - is electric or hybrid best for my next car? 13 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I want to replace my current car and am uncertain whether to go hybrid or electric? I probably drive only 60 miles a week urban driving. I am looking for...