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  Audi A3 value 5 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Her indoors wants to change our 2003 A3 TDI Quattro for either an Audi A4 Avant, Volkswagen Tiguan or a Golf Estate. Please can you let us know how much...
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  What are my rights as a private seller? 22 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I sold a 17 year old car, not aware of any issues on car and did not describe as perfect. Money and details were exchanged. As the buyer left he literally...
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  Is diesel or petrol better for a used car? 11 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
  What are the advantages/disadvantages of diesel over petrol for a ten year old car?
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  Best used car for bikes and children? 23 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
  What car would you recommend for a short commute and to carry a toddler and a bike? It would be a second car but will need to be able to drop my three-year-old...
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  'Clunking' noise from clutch pedal on my VW Up! What is it? 5 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Then clutch pedal on my 18 month old VW Up has started to make a 'clucking / clicking' noise when it is depressed and released. The dealership has said...
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  First car-joint ownership and insurance 20 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My sons are aged 19 and 17, have now both passed their driving tests and are in the market for their first car. This will be a small used car, probably...
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  Buying my first car- what would you recommend? 8 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am an 18 year old girl and I'm looking to buy my first car. I work full time and will mainly be using the car to get to and from work. I have a budget...
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  Buying a small used car? 30 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Club. I would like to change my car for something smaller, that handles well and has a comfortable driving position....
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  Buying a classic car 22 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a budget of £20k and would like to buy a car that may appreciate or at least hold its value. A classic car from the 60's or 70's as a second...
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  Decreased value after an accident 18 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I had an accident, £6K of damage to my 1 year old car. Repairs done well and no visible difference to the car. The other driver's insurance have agreed...
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  Buying an ex-hire car 7 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a Golf 1.4S and have two options: April 09 (09 plate) with 7.5k miles on clock for £9490 - this is an ex Euro Car hire car....
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  Total wife out 21 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are downsizing and the new house has room for one car on the drive and one car in front. If this second car is not to block the first, it...
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  Is it possible to trace a number plate that was on a car stolen ten years ago? 25 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
  About 10 years ago my car was stolen and unfortunately the insurance had lapsed, so I could not put in a claim. Having recently moved house, I found some...
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  What vehicle has seven seats and massive storage space? 4 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I’m stuck! I am looking for a vehicle (to hire at first) that needs to seat a minimum of seven adults, plus carry musical equipment (drum kit, guitars,...
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  Which insurers would you recommend for older drivers? 19 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  What are the best insurers for drivers over 80 years old?
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  Need a cheap, small car with automatic gearbox for £1000 4 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a small cheap automatic for my 23 year old son to learn to drive in. Ideally £500 - 1000. What should I buy?
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  Tyre issues with Ford Focus 14 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a 2002 Ford Focus. The front tyres are worn on the inside and one of the rear tyres is worn on both side. The steering wheel is also...
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  Honda i-Shift - clutch wear? 10 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  In the Sat. June 8th Motoring Suplement you answered a readers question about a smell from their 3 year old Jazz like a burning clutch. You suggested that...
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  In praise of Motorpoint 20 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My wife recently purchased a 2-month old Fiesta from Motorpoint Newport. When we got home we noticed a minor gouge on the rear panel. Motorpoint asked...
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  Why has the motor trade changed from mechanics to men in white coats? 28 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have attached an advert for a motor mechanic in the early 1960s that shows how the motor trade has changed to white coats and computers.