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• What car for 10-12k? 2 Feb 2007 (Forum)
  Hi Everyone, Apologies if this is an oft aired subject here, but I need a new car, have a budget of 10-12k, and have no idea what to get My requirements would be; - fuel consumption not an issue, don't drive far, had a V6 2.5 auto last time, so something similar would be great - favourite car I've owned would be my 2001 Audi S3, they do fall into the budget this time round, so a consideration - I like the look of the Alfa 147, but worried about depreciation - ideally would like something FAST, with leather, air con, CD etc, maybe auto - like the look of the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the 2.7 diesel sounds like an ideal choice, this is in budget - other end of the scale, Lotus Elises seem to be going for around this price, as do some Honda S2000's - also seems like some BMWs - 330, 325 - fall into budget, shape before the current one, older M3's look nice Any advice greatfully received, as you can see I'm all over the shop really Thanks Dirk
• Ford Focus 1.6 2002 - Ford Focus 1.6 2002 Air fan or heater problem 5 Dec 2020 (Forum)
  Hi all I have a problem that i hope some motoring gurus can help with. for 4 years only the position 3 would work on my in car fan and heater. the air con etc buttons also worked.  heater also worked to clear windscreen from condensation fine.  until this year.  had not driven car that much and now on the  3rd position nothing works.
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  Some of the electrics don't work in our Ford Ka - but the fuses are fine. Any ideas? 18 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  The four switches for the air con, heated rear window, air circulation and rear fog lights have all failed at the same time on our Ford Ka. My step daughter...
• ford focus - Particles, Catalitic converters, DPF's, Diesel??? 9 Jul 2011 (Forum)
  If manufacturers are so comitted to low emissions how is it that I cannot buy a Ford Focus without air con ( uses 8% more fuel) and told by most enonomy drivers to turn off and it adds £500 to car. I have managed since 03 with a non air con fiesta if I get hot I open the window. The DPF's have an effect on fuel consumption so does Catalytic converters.
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  Do you any tips for improving fuel economy? 20 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Several months ago I purchased 2018 Ford Focus automatic. It's fine to drive but seems to use a lot of fuel. How can I reduce the petrol consumption? Turn...
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  Buying a new £20,000 car – what would you recommend? 3 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has a shoulder problem, she is finding gear change and handbrake operation a problem. It looks like we need a car with automatic transmission and...
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  Bob’s your uncle 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
  On 20th March 2008, having previously read a favourable report in your column, I purchased a new Honda CRV from Bob Gerard Ltd in Leicestershire, at well...
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  Indian reservations 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2001/51 Jeep Grand Cherokee. It's been a brilliant work horse but sadly is getting more and more expensive to keep on the road and the heating/air...
• Definition of New Car. Advice Pls 11 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  I cannot see how a car involved in what they describe as a minor accident can be defined or sold as NEW!! The other option is to get a car in two weeks similar spec but with Air Con but they are not willing to cover the cost of the air con £1000. Help, who can I take this to - Top Gear? How much compensation am I entitled to? What is the definition of a NEW car? I'm 23 are they taking advantage of me by offering £300 comp?
• Renault Laguna II - Heater fan has stopped working 31 Aug 2015 (Forum)
  Hi I have a 2004 Laguna and the heater fan has stopped working, it is the climate control one with air con. Previously to the fan stopping working the heater was always warm even when turned down to number 16 but would be hot at number 26. I have pulled all fuses from drivers side fuse box and under the bonnet and all seem ok have also removed and replace all the relays under the bonnet but still no joy.
• Daihatsu Terios SE Auto - Worth a punt? 2 Feb 2015 (Forum)
  The car is in good order with six months MOT and I've known the owner and car for years. I drove one years ago and remember it was fun to drive. This particular car is the SE so has air con and ABS. It would just be used as a commuting/ occasional use car, short journeys only. This is obviously getting a bit long in the tooth and I'm wondering if it's worth anything. I reckon it'll be juicy which lessens it's appeal.
• Ford Ka - Over heating 1 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  Hi.....looking for a little advice on a over heating issue on ford ka Its a 1.3L, 58 plate, no air con. Car starts, and runs OK, internal heater starts to warm car, radiator and expansion bottle both fill with hot water, electric fan on external radiator works. Not using any water.......after 20 mins round town driving dash warning light comes on, put internal heating on full (open a window) and after 20 secs or so warning light goes off and stays off as long as you keep heater on.
• Renault Espace III - Espace heater fan (or fans?) not blowing 8 Dec 2011 (Forum)
  Also, the fan might have caused the resistor pack to fail so it might be worth checking the fan and replacing if it doesn't look too good. The air con still works though only blows through when the car is moving so it is just about possible to de-mist the windscreen. I've searched for instructions on how to replace these parts but haven't found anything at all that helps me.
• Peugeot 405 Diesel - Ticking noise 6 Nov 2010 (Forum)
  It goes quiete with the key out but can actually still be heard with a screwdriver, at least for a while. Air con does not work but switch in or out makes no difference. What is the device under the rear of the N/S wing? this appears to be the source of the noise. Haynes doesn't help. The electrics are shot on this car as an "Auto electrician" attacked the car to stop the battery being flattened.
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  Which car would you recommend for keeping for the next three years? 27 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  What is the best car one can hope to buy at the moment for £2000 - a Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus or larger - with a view to owning it for three years?...
• Jaguar S-Type 2006 - Heating full on and very hot 25 Mar 2010 (Forum)
  Not sure if it was just the drivers side originally. Jaguar have indicated that the heating valve unit may be faulty or I need a new Air Con control module. Any ideas of what they cost and fitting? I paid £147 for the heating valve unit plus £92 in labour. Duplicate post with typo hidden
• Vauxhall Astra G Petrol (1998 - 2004) - 02 1.4 Heating steaming up windows 15 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  Hi I have had my car now nearly six months and I have it running perfectly apart from one thing. When I try the heating system my windows steam up. The only way I can clear it is by using the Air Con and that makes my car freezing. Obviously its winter and I dont want to freeze everytime I drive. I have changed the pollen filter when i got the car which looked like it had'nt been changed ever since the car was built.
• Ford Mondeo II (1996 - 2000) - 1996 Lights out 23 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  All I have done is to fit the correct new head light switch and all was working okay but when the head lights were on with front and rear fogs, all the lights have gone off except side lights front and rear. Also not working are the heater fan temp gauge, all ignition lights, heated front screen, air con. Any ideas? I have checked all fuses in the car and under the bonnet. Quick edit to make it more readable - not perfect, Rob {year added to header - DD}
• Effects of electical items on your fuel economy 10 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  He was saying that he turned the heating off to save fuel econmy, likewise he was driving on side lights in the rain rather than dipped beam. Now I know that the air con compressor will increase fuel consumption but would you really notice extra fuel being used by using your heater? Lights? Rear window demister? Etc? What about using the radio? I'm not condoning any of this, just want to know if there is a gain that is measurable.
• Mitsubishi FTO - abs as standard? 29 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  Do FTO's have abs as standard? What about air-con? Neither feature seems to get mentioned in adverts on Auto trader. If they don't have it, do they not go all over the place? Still fancy a CLK (posted about them a few weeks ago), but been a bit scared by rust and reliability issues on other forums.