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  Advice/suggestions on reliable economical cars? 9 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Retirement, along with other changes to my family and lifestyle, mean that I no longer need the carrying capacity - and neither do I cover the mileage...
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  Which economical MPV to carry two bicycles? 18 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My 2006 Renault Scenic Dynamique at 50,000 miles is due for a change. Could you suggest a suitable replacement? It needs to be able to carry two touring...
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  Downsizing from a 4x4 28 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am now at an age when, you will be pleased to hear, caravanning is losing its appeal for me, and therefore no longer require a large 4x4. As a pensioner...
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  Can I get three child seats across the back of a family estate car? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Is it possible to have three seats for young children (18 months to six years old) properly secured in a large family estate car? My son would rather not...
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  Price of car with and without service history? 25 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a two-year-old Citroen C1 VTR+ (13k miles at the time) in September last year from a main dealer. I was told it had a full service history. When...
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  Automatic transmission in a small van? 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own an automatic transmission Renault Kangoo (petrol). I have done over 100K miles in less than six years. Never had major problems with it - fingers...
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  First car - what should I buy for my son? 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My son is 17 and I've told him that I will get him a car and insure it for a year - but at a budget of £9000 all in. Assuming the insurance is about £4500...
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  Should I go for a Soul instead of a Jazz? 4 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  You recently commented that a Honda Jazz as a better bet than a Citroen C3 Picasso. I was on my way to buying a Jazz when I read that the average age of...
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  Replacing a SEAT Leon Cupra 7 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to replace my 2003 SEAT Leon Cupra, budget of around £8-9k I would like similar performance and similar practicality. Mpg isnt my primary...
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  Farm tracks and low profile tyres 5 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Have a neighbour with an A class Mercedes-Benz with low profile tyres fitted. We all live down a 250metre limestone farm road - my family think the road...
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  Which MPV offers good access for a driver with limited mobility? 21 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Because of a back and hip complaint I am looking for a car with a higher seating level, e.g. a crossover or 4x4. The BMW X1 series appeals to me but I...
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  Downsizing from Xsara Picasso - what would you recommend? 10 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We currently drive a 2001/Y Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 and we are very pleased with the space and the comfort provided. As we are retiring shortly, we...
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  Which MPV for a family with good load space? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are expecting a second child in July. We are both very happy but realise that we will need to upgrade our Ford Focus to something larger....
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  Buying an economical car 15 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive a Y reg Seat Arosa - bought at a year old ,which has proved reliable and economical for my 1,000 miles per month commuting mainly by...
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  Honda Jazz or SEAT Ibiza? 9 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have an 04 Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec - bit of an impulse buy last year and now finding it very costly to run. Insurance and Tax both high and as...
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  Broken cam belt 7 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  The cam belt has broken at 99,000, and repairs are likely to cost us more than £2000. For normal use, the handbook recommends changing at 100,000 miles....
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  Do you find bright daytime running lights to be a distraction? 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am concerned that BMW, Audi, Mercedes and Ford appear to compete with each other to see who has the biggest and brightest daylight running lights. I...
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  Which car would you recommend for my wife who needs easy wheelchair access and room for a dog? 28 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Could you advise me what car to get for my wife who works for blind children? We currently have a Toyota Auris, which my wife uses for her job, but she...
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  Need a new small car 14 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Suburu Forester Turbo, which I have owned from new in 1993. I love everything about it, particularly the acceleration, the room for two big...
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  Should I buy a warranty? 14 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I run have a 2005 Citroen C4 1.6 diesel, with currently 84,000 miles on the clock. It's covering approximately 500 miles a week and has so far proven reliable...