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• Toyota Yarisl - Something a bit bigger and faster 15 Jan 2020 (Forum)
  Mazda 3 Skyactive G 2.0 petrol manual from 2013 upward 4 or 5 doors.. 3. Toyota Auris 1.6 Petrol vmatic manual  from 2011 upward. 4. Lexus IS250 auto upward of 2009   The Yaris can be a bit boomy on the M roads at 3000rpm so wanting something as quiet as our Avensis petrol (but maybe not as big).  I tested a nice 4 doors 2014 Mazda3 and it is a hoot to drive compare with the bouncy Yaris, how dependable is the SkyActive G system?
• Mercedes E Class estate 2015 - Mercedes DPF problems 23 Jan 2016 (Forum)
  The Bluetec versions have a resovoir of additive, which is supposed to help but again different dealers say different things. Will buying a hybrid really help? It's still diesel. Do I really have to buy a Lexus?  I want a Mercedes as they are a much softer ride around town compared to my BMW. All help appreciated.
• Ford Taurus - Owners Review 19 Apr 2015 (Forum)
  I am sure that cosmtically the Vignale will look good, like the Ford Cortina 1600E. But it will not stand up to anything of similar price that hails from Germany, or Japans Lexus. The build quality I believe will be superficial, and after a few years the cracks will appear. Driving the Taurus is fine, it is heavy and feels very safe, but spirited handling is not a strong point, and the rocker switch to manually change gear in the sports mode is pointless, the switch is placed awkwardly on the gear selector.
• Police trip up - Monty keeps driving (& putting) 11 Sep 2007 (Forum)
  The sportsman was accused of speeding at 88mph on the M80 at Dunipace, near Falkirk, on 24 February. Mr Montgomerie was reportedly driving a Lexus when it was snapped by a mobile speed camera on the 70mph road. His trial at Falkirk District Court was abandoned when it emerged officers in his home town of Surrey had failed to serve him with a summons.
• what I should have done New lexusIS 11 Feb 2006 (Forum)
  Dont rely on the PDI inspection sheet my car had several problems even though every box was ticked as checked 3. After collection if you notice rattles from the dash , doors etc advise Lexus at once. Advise them that if extensive repair work will be required to rectify the faults you reserve the right to reject the car. 4. Don't be fobbed off with any old date to fix the faults..the dealers know that the longer you have the car the weaker your ability to reject it.
• Winners & Losers of 2005. 25 Jan 2006 (Forum)
  Within the mainstream cars Ssangyong were the biggest gainers in % terms up by 38.0%, closely followed by Saab up 35.3%, Kia up 18.9% Mitsubishi up 10.6%, BMW up 9.3%,Skoda up 7.9%, Honda up 7.8%, Audi up 7.1%,Land Rover up 5.7%, Lexus up 5.0%, VW up 2.0% & Toyota up only 1.2%. M.Benz were almost static up 0.4% and are now selling fewer cars in the U.K than Audi. LOSERS Lamborghini were the biggest losers in % terms down 56.9%, but the biggest volume drop was Fiat down 50.8%, which makes them look extremely vulnerable.
• Undisguised new Volvo S40 pictures 4 Sep 2003 (Forum)
  Well, yes, it is predictable an S60 shrunk in the wash, and the front looks a bit dumpy (may be camera angle, but should look great as a T5 on steroids), but the back is fabulous. Very cohesive use of shape from the rear quarter light back. The instrument shroud is too Lexus 200, and the centre console is fine apart from that horrid metal-look panel. Apparently, the reason for it is to make everything look more '3D', a theme carried out throughout the rest of the cabin which we cannot see yet.
• E-Class/5 Series or A6 - Advice Please 7 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  I had always fancied a BMW 528 or a new shape E-class. Whereas my wife likes Audi A6s (she has ruled out Jag XJ6-8(small boot/rear legroom) & the Lexus GS/LS through looks & size). We were looking to spend approx £16k. Looking at HJs comments none of these cars appear fool proof. A couple of dealers near by have the following for sale: 1999/T Audi A6 2.8 Quattro 45k 2 owners sat/nav,air, leather, with NetworkQ warranty for £16k 1998/R Mercedes E300TD Elegance, auto, air, 1 owner 95k for £16k.
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  Should I get a catalytic converter lock fitted? 23 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
  There have been a lot of reports in my area of catalytic convertors stolen, mainly from the Honda Jazz, Toyota Prius, Toyota Auris and Lexus RX. However,...
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  Which comfortable car for chauffeuring my elderly mother? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am seeking help for my current problem. I need a car to chauffeur my elderly mother which will give her excellent comfort, which will be reliable. I...
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  Orange peel paint on a new car. 25 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I complained about orange peel paint finish on my new Honda Civic back in July 2011. After much delay, Honda say the finish is typical of what their...
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  Better, or bargerine? 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I'm ready to replace my current car (a great old workhorse - Peugeot 405 Executive TD) and I'm tempted by the relatively low prices of luxury cars due...
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  Gripping yawn 21 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive a BMW 530d and I love the engine, but not the lack of 'kit' in the car or the lack of grip in poor weather. We live in a rural area of...
• Mini Sony Nav-U70T satnav review 13 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  It also doesn't do that irritating thing of trying to re-route you back to the original for miles after it's obvious a new route is better (a la Lexus I'm afraid) Three D map zooms in and out automatically as you approach junctions nicely, and there's a two D one too that shows points of interest etc. There seem to be about a billion of those.
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  Do brake lights come on when using adaptive cruise control? 27 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I recently purchased a car which is the first one I have had which has adaptive cruise control. The car has sensors which cause the car to automatically...
• VW Tiguan - Advice for long suffering back pain in car 10 Jul 2022 (Forum)
    I seem to prefer cars with a more chair like driving position. My current car is a 2006 lexus rx400h which is not ideal as on the highest seat setting and with my cushion I have to crink my neck and open the sunroof slide - made do with it but not good for longer journeys. I did sit in a Ford Galaxy and that was great but too large for my wife to use.
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  Best electric car for comfort and access? 10 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are getting older and we are moving to the Isle of Wight. We need a narrow (small) car (for country lanes) and high seats (for ease of access)....
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  Need a car with easy access - what do you recommend? 28 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am in my late 70s and it finding difficult getting in and out of my car. You have recommended Volkswagen Golf SV, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Mazda...
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  Can you recommend a comfortable car for long trips? 29 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I do approximately 21,000 miles a year, which includes a two hour drive to work. So, as you might imagine, I want to buy a comfortable car as my current...
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  Which SUV for light off-road use in South Africa? 3 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We need to buy a new car when we emigrate to South Africa. We will need a tough car as there will be a certain amount of light off-road use. Most South...