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  Buying new small car but want automatic gearbox. 16 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I wish to replace my wife's Citroen C3 with a new similarly sized car but require an automatic gearbox. Whilst impressed by reviews of Ford Fiesta, it...
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  Which automatic petrol saloon to replace my Vauxhall Omega? 20 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2001 2.2-litre Vauxhall Omega automatic petrol saloon, and am now seeking a used replacement for the Omega. However most similar cars are seemingly...
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  Volkswagen Polo automatic 7 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to purchase a new VW Polo, either diesel or petrol with an automatic transmission. I would also consider a used car, 1 or 2 years old with...
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  Can you recommend a small, economical automatic car for use as a runabout? 15 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm 63, semi-retired and seek a used ‘runabout’, the criteria being an automatic (a must) with the lowest possible road tax and insurance costs, and excellent...
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  Which small automatic car offers easy access and comfort? 3 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just had a hip replacement and been told that I should drive an automatic car. I drive about 15,000 miles a year, mostly journeys of 20 miles but...
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  Which automatic Renault Clio? 21 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Which is better - Clio automatic 2001 or Clio 2003 with qs5 semi auto?
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  Does the transmission oil need to be changed on a DCT automatic? 26 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Have a 68 plate Hyundai i20 1.0 litre petrol with the DCT automatic transmission. It is not a torque converter automatic. Car has done approx 28k miles....
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  Buying a new car with auto gearbox - are Fords any good? 15 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are about to change our Ford Fiesta 1.6 Titanium manual for a new automatic car. We have really enjoyed the Fiesta, but have heard varying reports about...
• Various - Automatic Transmissions 10 Apr 2012 (Forum)
  I have recently partially lost the use of my left leg. Therefore I need to purchase a smallish car with automatic transmission, preferably a diesel engined one as economy is also a consideration. I hva looked at Opel/Vauxhall Corsa. Citroen C3. Toyota Yaris. Chevy  Aveo and similar cars. But looking on various forums it seems as though all references to smallcars with automatic transmissions seem extremely unreliable.
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  Which low-emission MPV could I buy to replace my Vauxhall Zafira? 15 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering selling my 2005 Vauxhall Zafira B 1.9CDTi automatic and buying an alternative MPV with less CO2. Which automatic is best to buy? I don't...
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  Why does my automatic Honda Civic have a manual mode? 15 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  What is the use and purpose of the gearbox in manual mode when it's an automatic car?
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  What used automatic car would you recommend for £10,000? 18 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  What small/medium used car would you recommend? I need an automatic a very maximum budget of £10,000.
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  I currently have an automatic-only licence - will having a manual licence increase my insurance? 22 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I have held an automatic licence for the last six years. I would like to change it to manual one. Do you think this will increase my insurance premium...
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  Buying a used automatic reliable car? 22 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a automatic car which should be reliable and safe. My budget is about £9000. What would you recommend?
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  Automatic or manual - which is best for towing? 21 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a Land Rover Discovery to tow a trailer and two horses in all weathers and conditions. Is a manual or automatic gearbox preferable...
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  Buying an automatic city car - Picanto or i10? 25 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking at buying a used automatic city car and like the latest generation Kia Picanto and Hyundai i10. What's the difference between the two cars?...
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  What’s causing the gearbox fault on my Vauxhall Zafira? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The automatic gearbox on my 2002 Vauxhall Zafira has stopped working. The engine starts fine, as does the gear stick, but the car doesn't move. Is there...
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  Are dual mass flywheels fitted to modern diesel automatics? 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I read with interest your comments about problems with dual mass flywheels used on modern diesel engines. Can you please clarify if these are also fitted...
• Economy of Automatics 28 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  The subject of Automatic v Manual has been raised on a number of occasions and it is simply a matter of personal choice which suits. I suspect that the majority, like me, drive manuals because an Automatic saps power, costs more to buy and you get a lower mpg.