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  Buying new 7 seater 30 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have an Ford s max and am thinking about changing it for a four by four, I have narrowed my choices down to: Audi Q7 (2006) Land Rover Discovery...
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  How much would a replacement PHEV battery cost? 21 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
  My wife needs to make bi-monthly 500+ mile return journeys and does not like the idea of being dependent on public chargers so cannot be persuaded to use...
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  Volvo XC60 New Model? 12 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking at buying a new Volvo XC60 for the comfortable higher ride, and the amount of space, which seems to be available with some good discounts...
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  BMW active cruise control does not detect stationary cars - is it a fault? 25 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a new BMW 420D Gran Coupe seven months with active cruise control. The system detects the car in front and maintains a safe distance, would I...
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  Volvo is missing its spare wheel 30 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I ordered an XC90 in June. On the order it stated that a temporary spare wheel would be supplied FOC. When I collected the car in October the invoice...
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  Which SUV for towing caravans? 13 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  At present I am a 72-year-old Motability customer and am shortly due to hand back my Volvo XC90 after three years. I am now considering buying my own vehicle...
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  Misfuelled my Volvo, now the dealer wants £800 15 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I misfuelled my XC90 diesel this morning. Put 12 litres of petrol instead of diesel in the tank. I realised while filling it up, stopped and called Volvo. Dealer...
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  Dipsfunctional 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Much of my long distance driving is on the Continent necessitates fixing stick-on labels so that the lights conform. Can you tell me if any car model has...
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  What very comfy, quiet motorway cruiser do you suggest? 21 Mar 2025 (Ask HJ)
  Due to a chronic health condition I am going to have to trade in my BMW 520d M Sport as the seat is too low and the ride is too firm for me these days....
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  What's the best way to maintain a DPF? 9 Sep 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2007 Volvo XC90 with 118k on the clock. Lovely motor and mostly trouble free but it's recently started missing the odd beat and intermittently...
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  What's the best car for a tall elderly driver? 23 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  With the ULEZ zone due to expand I need to change my diesel Toyota Corolla Verso for something compliant. The problem is I am 6ft 10 inches tall and have...
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  Are there any decent, petrol hybrid SUVs that can tow a caravan? 24 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 2007 BMW X5 with 155,000 miles on the clock, which I'm looking to change. I used to do over 20,000 miles a year, but more recently this...
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  Volvo used car warranty - what should and shouldn't be covered? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volvo XC90 and six months ago a failed engine mount was identified during a service and not replaced proactively. Then four months later, all...
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  Need a comfortable car for a long commute 19 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  My wife needs a new car. She's happy with her old Ford Fiesta, but her commute is going to get much longer next month and she needs something which suits...
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  Which family car has 4x4 and will accommodate three children? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I need to buy a family car that will accommodate three young children with proper full-sized seats. Seven seats would be nice but I am not comfortable...
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  When was production of the Mitsubishi Grandis discontinued? 1 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a Mitsubishi Grandis in April 2009 from a Mitsubishi dealer as a part-exchange for my 2007 Volvo XC90. After a short period, we were not happy...
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  Family plan 26 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  With sons of 7 and 4 and twins arriving in 6 weeks we need to replace our trusty old SAAB 900, within a budget of £15k. We live in London but most mileage...
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  Second hand 4x4- what would you recommend? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a second hand (up to four years old) large SUV/4x4 for £25,000. I have narrowed it down to a Lexus RX or a Land Rover Discovery. Priorities...
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  Execs and the city 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2005/54 Volvo XC90 Executive with 100,000 miles on the clock, having owned if for the past 4 years. We have a family of 5 (+dog) so the space...
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  What's the best small 4x4 for £16k? 24 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am planning to replace my Volvo XC90 for a slightly smaller 4x4 with decent economy. My budget is £16,000 and I have been looking at the MINI Countryman,...