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  How much should a replacement cat converter cost? 13 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have been quoted £2000 to replace the catalytic converter on my Toyota Verso by a main dealer - is this a fair price, It seems a lot.
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  Buying a first car for £1500 - what do you recommend? 1 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter wishes to purchase her first car and has a very limited budget of about £1500. She would like something small and compact, reliable and economical...
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  What's the mpg difference between the 1.0 ecoflex and 1.2 ecoflex engines? 27 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a Vauxhall Agila. Can you tell me the real mpg difference between the 1.0 ecoflex and 1.2 ecoflex engines?
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  A small car for a steep drive? 17 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We currently own a Toyota Yaris SR 1.33 but the ground clearance is insufficient to cope with our steepish driveway, therefore we would like to replace...
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  Does the KIA Soul have a DPF? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I will check whether the 2011 KIA Soul diesel automatic we are looking at has a DPF. It seems it will be a bonus if it has. We have looked at the Venga...
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  Engine malfunction with Jaguar X-Type 2.2 diesel 23 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.2 diesel. After running at motorway speeds for 1.5 hours the glow plug warning light appears, followed by the engine malfunction...
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  Which small cars have interior low running noise? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I recently had a lift in a Mercedes-Benz saloon and was impressed at the silence inside the car so that a normal conversation was possible even between...
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  Petrol or diesel? 26 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My parents want to replace their ageing (2003) Mercedes C220 CDi. They cover 12,000 miles a year and are getting different opinions from every dealer...
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  Which used estate car? 12 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We have two kids and a dog, so need a big estate. Have thought about the Mondeo, Insignia, Passat or Volvo V70. We have between £10-12K to spend and...
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  Do new BMWs have security flaws? 10 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Is a new pre-reg by BMW (24/12/12) 320i Luxury xDrive subject to the security flaws which I read allow theft by cloning the remote key? Apparently...
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  Replacing a C-Class 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a nearly five-year-old Mercedes C220 CDI, which is great but I not so good in the winter (RWD). I have been looking for similar spec (FWD) car...
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  Noise all-wheel drive after tyre change? 16 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I've just fitted new tyres to the front axle on my 2005 Sornento. Since noticed a whining whirling noise on over run and on hill climbing, not tyre noise....
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  Buying a small economical easy to get in and out of car? What would you recommend? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Buying a small economical easy to get in and out of car. What would you recommend? I currently own a Mercedes A Class, and like that it has a reasonably...
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  Which tyres for my my Volvo? 4 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Bought a car from local Volvo dealer with 215/50/17 tyres - Goodyear on front & Nexen on rear. I'm looking to replace them (at least fronts) in the...
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  diesels 8 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a second hand car - a smallish but stylish family hatchback - and am keen on diesel's mpg and torque but am mindful of the cautionary...
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  Gear selection difficulties - Ford Focus 4 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Engine has been out and separated from gearbox for other repairs, and now I have gearchange problems. When cold, first gear selection and first to second...
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  Do I need to use 98RON in my performance car? 26 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mazda3 MPS 2009 and the fuel flap says use MIN 98RON but my supplying dealer - SG Petch - said 95 is fine. Forums suggest you'll lose some mpg...
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  An £8000 Astra... 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm planning to buy a used car with max budget £8000, and my usage would be weekends in London and occasional long drive once in two months. Is a Vauxhall...
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  Car storage tips please 25 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am storing my 2010 Mercedes-Benz 200CDi Blue Efficiency in my garage for six months. It's declared SORN. Should I have the engine run for 10 minutes...
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  Laying up a car for extended periods - anything I've forgotten? 14 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Honda CRV is kept in South Africa, and used 3-4 months of the year. Maintenance charging is not an option, so during storage I intend to: (1) Use...