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• Citroen C3 (2002 - 2009) - 02 1.4 Intermittent Juddering & Severe Power Loss 15 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  It tended to occur on shorter journeys of up to about half an hour, whilst the car was warming to full running temperature. 2. On a couple of occasions I have been travelling on a dual-carriageway when the car has suddenly lost power to the extent that it slows to a halt. There is no response from the engine when the accelerator is depressed, however if I turn off the ignition leave it 30 seconds and restart the problem has disappeared.
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  A reliable small auto? 9 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Due to budget restrctions I am looking for a cheap to buy (say £4000) cheap to run automatic, which will be driven about 800 miles a week, possibly more,...
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  Which pick up for the farm? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I require a replacement workhorse. While Land Rovers have served me well something a little more frugal on service and running costs is preferable. You...
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  Batteries going flat on two cars - is it my driving style? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I got rid of my Rover 45 because it let me down so many times when the battery went flat for no particular reason. I changed the car for a Kia cee’d which...
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  What used auto with low emissions? 5 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I need to find a 'good' second hand automatic car, no more than 2L, that has low tax band/ CO2 emissions, can you recommend any please? Have already...
• BMW 5 Series E60 - Tyre Failure - Warranty Claim 30 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  Hi Last year I fitted two run flat Dunlop SP Sports to the front of my 200 520D.  The other day I noticed a crack inside the tread in an area of the tyre which is not in contact with the road in anyway.  Closer inspection shows it runs all the way around both of the tyres.
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  Buying a new Ford Galaxy - which would you recommend? 16 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am undecided which model Galaxy would be the better buy, short and long term. I drive 10,000 miles p.a mostly local journeys but with a 180 mile round...
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  Jammed caliper on a Passat 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My VW Passat wouldn't move due to 'parking brake fault' and had to tow it to authorised VW dealer (Peter Cooper) as normal garages were not able to decipher...
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  Repair old Volvo or buy newer cheaper car? 19 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2002 Volvo V70 2.4 petrol auto which is due a 96k service and cambelt. It judders quite a bit with moderate braking and the steering and front...
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  Why do claims agents keep calling me and encouraging me to make a claim? 19 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am concerned with the cold calls that I am now receiving from claims agents who are trying so hard to get me to make a claim that would be on my own...
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  Thanks to the AA Breakdown Repair Cover, my Isuzu Trooper's oil pressure fault was repaired free of charge. 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  A short while ago I signed up for The AA Breakdown Repair Cover as I am driving an ageing 2002 Isuzu Trooper that has given me quite a lot of trouble over...
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  My Transit won't start 18 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My 2006 diesel Transit was running OK, then I stopped driving, left it a couple of days and now it will not start. Has the fault code P1361. I have had...
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  White smoke when starting in the morning 17 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  When I start my Mondeo the morning it smokes slightly and it has a misfire, but once I drive about 500 yards the car runs great, no smoke or misfire, then...
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  Is my Saab warranty still valid despite SAAB going bankrupt? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a Saab in 2010 from a Saab/Chrysler dealer in Exeter. I have been advised that even though the warranty has 14 months to run, because Saab...
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  Air conditioning servicing 11 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've had a letter advising me to have my 60 Astra's air conditioning serviced - is it really necessary after only 18 months and 10000 miles? I don't recollect...
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  What was the experiment car you showed a year ago with a hinged front frame? 25 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm in my 80s and have left behind those long drives both here in the UK and the continent and have settled down to using the car you recommended, Hyundai's...
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  Vauxhall Zafira does not start after front end crash 23 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a 2005 1.6 petrol Zafira. It was in a front end smash and since then it has not run properly and now does not start at all. After I had the front...
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  Best time to change car? 13 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I do about 7000 miles a year and am now retired. When is the best time to replace my Landrover Freelander to achieve the best optimum financial outcome(i.e.running...
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  Replacing a well loved Xsara Picasso 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I’m 66 and 6’10” tall and have run a Xsara Picasso Exclusive 2.0 HDi from 2004, which I love. Everything about it is right for me; however, it is approaching...
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  Estate for big dog and camping family 8 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am currently running a 56 Mondeo ST Tdci Estate with 46k on the clock. I'm looking to change for something with the same driving dynamics and load...