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Diesel cars for short runs - are there still problems? 10 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Mazda a few years ago but it developed DPF problems as I only did about 7k miles annually and mainly short journeys. I want to buy diesel... -
Would you recommend the Dacia Duster to replace our Mondeo? 2 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
My beloved Mondeo has to go, finally, and, as my wife and I both have creaky backs, I am attracted to something more upright but don't want a big Chelsea... -
Will the DPF on our new Qashqai develop problems following 20 minute trips? 19 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
Despite planning to buy a new petrol car because of our average annual mileage of 8500, we have chosen the Nissan Qashqai 360 1.6 dCi 130PS + with 'stop-start'... -
Recommend a small, reliable car for under £1000? 10 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My granddaughter's boyfriend managed to upend her Micra and she is now looking for a sensible replacement. She is keen on a Fiesta but her mother and I,... -
Which cars have known DPF problems? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
With advancing age I want to drive something smaller and more economical (presently I have a Mazda 6 2.0i) and am very interested in the Hyundai and Honda... -
Any experience with Renault's CVT gearbox? 1 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
The time has come to trade in my trusty Astra 1.8 automatic, I have my eye on a 3 year old Megane Coupe with CVT gearbox which is listed at a Renault main... -
Do you think temperature gauges are important? 8 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Do you think that having a temperature gauge is essential in a car? I am thinking of buying a used Nissan Note and they do not have temp gauges. I have... -
Which of these represents the best buy? 9 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Unfortunately I can't take too much time over the purchase as the car is needed soon so I would appreciate your help. I have narrowed a search down... -
Wisdom of Buying a Car that has had a Bump? 7 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Had agreed to buy a friend's good condition 06 plate Pathfinder Adventura 80K miles for £8400, which I thought was an ok deal. Before the transaction... -
We need a second car that can cope with regular floods 2 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
We need a second car. First is a venerable Volvo V70 which is comfortable but suffers from a low air intake and our lane floods regularly. To avoid a long... -
Just retired, need advice on what size (and make) of car to buy 1 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just retired and my current car is a diesel automatic Skoda Octavia. The car is okay, but does seem rather noisy on some road surfaces. Our driving... -
I'm looking for a new car to replace my Astra 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a Vauxhall Astra CDTi (120) - it's lovely but is seven years old and needs to be replaced. I am currently considering a Ford Focus or... -
I know you are not in favour of supermarket fuel, but... 15 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I know you are not in favour of supermarket fuel, so I decided to check it out against my normal fuel which is Shell regular diesel. I drive a Nissan... -
Replacement car for the in-laws 21 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have been tasked with identifying a replacement car for my parents-in-law. Their budget is roughly £13k and whilst they would prefer a new car, they... -
Which diesel car for economical long-range commuting? 22 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I commute 150 miles a day, mainly on the M25. I need a car that is very economical on fuel, with minimal annual tax, petrol or diesel costs, for my use... -
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,... -
Changing to a comfortable car 19 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
As two 80 year olds we need a car that is easy to get into and out. We have a 1.6 C Max 2004 diesel auto with 30K but it is perhaps entering a more expensive... -
Astra 1.9 diesel a good buy? 1 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have Nissan Almera 1.5 petrol, 64,000 miles and I pay about £30 per week to travel. I drive in town and on the motorway. I always wanted to have... -
Small automatic car - is it worth looking at the Mazda2 1.4 ASM? 6 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am learning driving automatic cars and thinking of buying a second hard small auto. I found that Mazda2 1.4 ASM seems cheaper than Toyata Yaris or... -
I've got 40,000 miles out of my Mazda 6's factory-fitted Bridgestone Turanza tyres. 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I read with interest PH's email regarding getting only 20,000 miles out of the front tyres of his Mondeo. I've just changed the front tyres on my 2008...
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