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Horror expenses !!! 27 Mar 2003 (Forum)
Some of these huge costs relate to \'consumable\' items or parts that tend to require periodic renewal within the life of the car yet their costs are astronomic. Wouldn\'t it be a good idea therefore for all those BackRoomers who\'ve had a major shock in this manner to post details of just how much these parts have cost so that it would be possible to compile a listing of horror costs for various cars and add these costs to the CBC breakdown. -
Best Small 4 x 4 28 Jan 2003 (Forum)
I was dreaming about the Freelander, but then saw some press ads WRT the Suzuki Grand Vitara at about £14,000 (5 dr) about £2,000 cheaper than what seemed to be the same spec Freelander. I read up on this on HJs Car by Car breakdown and I was disappointed. Friends say go for the CR-V or RAV 4. I see that Ford now do a new Terrano (Nissan built?) Just when I thought that I could not possibly be faced with more choice I am confronted by the Kia version (they boast that their Focused sized car is half the price of the Focus). -
156 JTD. Am I mad? 4 Jan 2003 (Forum)
I know Alfa haven't had the best reputation, but I've also heard that the JTD ain't a bad lump and this car is dripping with equipment. Should I be sectioned? Am I doomed to buy this car and live with it's "features" (aka breakdowns) whilst admiring its gorgeous lines? Should HJ take a large plank of wood and batter me until I accept the futility of this line of thinking and buy a Mundano or a Forgettable Focus? -
The engine in our car keeps cutting out and losing power - what's wrong with it? 5 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
Our 2007 Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi broke down on Sunday evening. The engine cut out at 75mph. It started up again and revved fine, but came up with 'Engine... -
Vauxhall Crossland X - Car Broken Down - Advise Needed. 2 Sep 2023 (Forum)
I don't like to think my daughter is out in a car that could be faulty. It look like it will be still in the garage till next week so we'll try for a courtesy car. Thanks for listening, John -
Car has vanished into thin air! 29 Jul 2007 (Forum)
I find it hard to believe the car has been stolen (who would nick a 13 year 405? with a knackered engine?) and I'm worried that there's been some sort of admin error and the car is sitting in a yard racking up a massive storage charge. -
Reliable and fun to drive for £4k? 23 Oct 2003 (Forum)
Having looked in HJ's car by car breakdown and at the Parkers guide my shortlist is Corolla, Civic, Almera. Any views on these or alternatives that I should consider? At what sort of mileage are these starting to get tired? -
The excess wording on my insurance policy is not clear - can you help? 28 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
I am trying to fully understand the terms of the policy excess for my car. The document states under "Accidental Damage" the following: "£350 (this includes... -
Legal claim against well-known fault 2 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
My BMW 5 Series broke down last and was eventually recovered. I operate as a Private Hire Chauffeur so my vehicle is my livelihood. The problem is a snapped... -
Is the RAC preparing to launch its own accident management service? 28 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
I think your readers should be made aware of a survey currently being circulated by the RAC via email. As with most online surveys, the questions are very... -
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Golf warning 3 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
My sister has a 2005 Golf Mk5 GT 140bhp TDi with climate and DSG without flappy paddles but, with climate, option pack, metallic paint etc., with approx... -
Getting the hump 28 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
We have just been sent a "Consultation" document regarding the proposed traffic calming measures for an area of about three quarters of a square mile round... -
Hooded menace 22 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
My wife part exchanged her 320d for a used SAAB convertible in March this year (in anticipation of the promised summer). Three weeks ago the hood stalled... -
What are the implications of changing insurers part way through a policy? 11 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have been driving for close to two decades but not in the UK. When I got here and got a car, the insurance providers refused my "years of experience"... -
Anti-freeze in diesel fuel 13 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
My Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 1.6 HDi has gone into 'limp mode' and then cut out on me twice recently, accompanied by the ESP and auto handbrake warning... -
Who is responsible if an RAC Trackstar tracking device flattened the battery on our Porsche Carrera? 20 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Porsche Carrera 2S four years ago and we fitted a RAC Trackstar device. This work was carried out by a local RAC Franchise as we live in... -
Should I have the oil changed in my Volvo V70 following the DPF recall related to oil contamination by fuel? 3 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
You probably know that Volvo have issued a safety recall related to rising sump oil levels in their D5 Diesel engines with a DPF, which is caused by excess... -
Vapour trial 30 May 2009 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a large 4x4. Having read reviews including your own I am drawn to the VW Touareg 3.0 diesel but to get the spec I want I need the Altitude... -
Lexus LS430 - Driving to Europe in an old large engine Lexus 4.3 24 Aug 2018 (Forum)
So on a last minute impulse I have just booked a ferry trip to France in my 2002 Lexus LS 4.3 litre an old beast which hasn’t been in use for a while now . Now I have just realised that there may be some additional issues with driving a large engine car. Apart from getting the warning triangle, breathalysers, spare bulbs and high visibility jacket... Would there be anything else that is required? Or any precautions? Or any areas to avoid? Running through a last minute checklist as below MOT- Yes Recent service -Yes Insurance-Yes Breakdown cover-Yes Lights -working Any areas I should avoid.
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