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  Winter tyres are superior in performance to 4-wheel drive without winter tyres. 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I thought you might like to hear that we bought the S-Max you suggested to replace a Land Rover Discovery 3 and can confirm your advice that the winter...
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  Selling a car with no MoT? 5 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My current car is due it's MOT and I do not intend to put it through due to the cost this would entail and also the mileage. I know of someone who may...
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  Buying a replacement for my Jaguar X-TYPE 14 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I bought my X-TYPE Jaguar 2.5S in 2005, and have had total reliability since. It's a delightful car to drive except for the four-wheel drive system, which...
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  Is this fuel economy acceptable for a Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI? 29 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I know you have reservations about the economy of the VW 1.6 TDI. I have now covered just over 30,000kms [19000 mls] and have averaged 62.3 mpg. Although...
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  Can new tyres affect my fuel economy? 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I drive an Audi A3 1.6TDI, driving 20,000 per year with fuel economy on motorways between 58mpg and 64mpg depending on weather, temperature and traffic...
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  Buying a 4x4. What would you recommend? 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a 4x4. My garage has recommended a Honda CR-V, a Toyota RAV 4 or a Nissan Qashqai. I have never driven a 4x4 so it is important I find...
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  MPV for five adults under £7k 24 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Our 12 year old Grand Espace needs replacing after 215,000 miles. We have to seat three 6' sons in the back so leg room and comfortable proper adult sized...
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  BMW X3 - Manual or Automatic? 9 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We are thinking of buying a new BMW X3. What's your recommendation on the transmission to go for, manual or automatic? Most 4x4s seem to have automatic...
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  What do you think of the BMW 330i? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We're thinking of changing our car and are looking at a 2008 BMW 330i (the 272bhp model). We do around 8000 miles per year and want something that is fun...
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  Is there a way to limit DMF problems in terms of driving techniques? 17 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Is there any way to avoid the dreaded Dual Mass Flywheel problems other than by not buying a diesel? Are they affected by driving style or maintenance?...
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  Buying a small first car 29 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter is 25 and has just passed her driving test, I have seen a 56 plate Peugeot 207 1.4 petrol, with 40,000 miles on the clock. It drives very well...
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  Is there a known fault with the Daihatsu YRV 4Trac gearbox? 16 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I've got a problem with my 1.3 Daihatsu YRV 4Trac. Its gearbox seems stiff and gets stiffer as you drive it (it still drives though, and does not grind)....
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  How can I improve my Hyundai Accent's fuel economy? 9 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  How can I improve the fuel economy of my Hyundai Accent 1.3? Are there any special products like air filters, plugs and leads which can help?
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  Meriva Wife of Windsor 27 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My Meriva (petrol) has been sitting under snow and ice for nearly a month, whilst I have been in hospital. I can't drive until February 4th. Should I...
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  Automatic fearbox? 6 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
  For years I have been driving an Avensis 1.8 T3-X with an automatic gearbox and have had years of trouble free motoring. I am now thinking of buying a...
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  Knees up 21 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My left knee requires surgery, and I drive a considerable number of miles to work. I have been looking for an automatic diesel saloon (preferably 4-wheel...
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  Peugury 9 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I wish to change my car and would appreciate your advice as to what I should buy. I would be prepared to spend up to £9,000. I currently drive a 54 plate...
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  Skidpan allies 26 Dec 2009 (Ask HJ)
  My friend wants to do some skidpan training and so I thought it would be a good Christmas present for her. However, I have searched the Internet and can...
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  Central locking fault 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  When cold, the central locking only unlocks drivers side. Unlocks when driving, when it's warmed up.
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  Touareg or Range Rover? 31 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Which would you recommend out of Range Rover (2003-2004) or Touareg (2006-2007) both diesels for reliability and drive?