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  • Which small car has the best automatic gearbox? 6 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
    What is the best small car with an auto gearbox?
  • What is the best automatic diesel car for taxi use? 23 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
    What is the best automatic diesel car for taxi use please?
  • What's the best auto for £8000? 11 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
    Which automatic gearbox car would you recommend for £8000? Must be relatively stylish with decent reliability.
  • Any - Automatic or Manual 6 Apr 2014 (Forum)
    There have been many posts re automatics and manuals.  Although I would like an automatic it is complicating choosing another car, e.g car I like doesn't have transmission system I'd like.  What are the actual benefits/disadvantages between the systems ?
  • Automatic gearbox problem on Ford Focus 24 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 1.6 petrol Ford Focus automatic. It struggles to get past first gear into the upper range. I've been told this could be a gearbox solenoid. Problem...
  • Vauxhall Vivaro - Vauxhall Vivaro Automatic 9 Dec 2011 (Forum)
    Hi all, I have a 2008 2.5 CDTI automatic. I have had a few problems with the automatic control in that it occassionally fails to change gear properly. It will quite suddenly not change from 1st to 2nd, it just fails to engage the clutch.
  • Which small cars have the best turning circle? 29 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
    Which small or medium-sized automatic family cars have the best turning circle?
  • Which small automatic ? 26 Apr 2005 (Forum)
    Hi, Trying to decide on a small automatic as a first car whether new or used. Somewhere I read that the Micra may not be as reliable as they should because they now use Renault parts? And Corsa's have problems with the rear bulbs failing leaving the gear box in crawl home mode?
  • Fabia automatic 3 Nov 2004 (Forum)
    Dont like cars that are too big, so something like an Octavia or Vectra is no good. Need a town car that is reliable, hard-wearing and automatic. Cheers TonyC
  • How many backroomers drive automatics? 30 Sep 2004 (Forum)
    A lot of my commuting was down a very busy dual carriageway (the A14 between Huntingdon and Cambridge), with traffic frequently crawling or at a standstill. It was this that convinced me of the benefits of an automatic - though I haven't succumbed to buying that hat (yet!). So how many BR's regularly drive automatics?
  • Automatic car purchase advice 10 Mar 2019 (Forum)
    Hi I am looking at buying a used Automatic. 1.6l - 2l, NOT Diesel, 2012 onwards, Hatchback, Saloon, Mini SUV  - Budget is £8k What do people recommend? And equally what to avoid? I am in Hertfordshire. Any dealers recommended within a 30 mile Radius.
  • Chrysler Voyager automatic 2.8 deasil 2006 - all warning lights on 21 Jan 2017 (Forum)
    My voyager suddenly had all the warning lights come on, including all the automatic indicator lights, but Not the engine managment light. Has anyone come across this problem, and know what causes it. Thank you hopefully. John.
  • crankshaft pulley removal - 1999 Mitsubishi Galant GLS 2L Automatic 25 Apr 2010 (Forum)
    1999 Mitsubishi Galant GLS 2L Automatic Please see picture of crankshaft pulley in link below http://www.flickr.com/photos/49573226@N07/4548946106/ Does anyone have experience of removing this particular type of pulley ?
  • Volkswagen Polo IV (2005 - 2009) - 1.4 automatic - any good 16 Nov 2007 (Forum)
    I am keen on getting a nearly new polo 1.4 automatic as I like VW's and want a ''proper'' 4 speed auto.Can't find any reviews does anybody have any experience of this car please ?
  • Fiesta automatic choke 30 Jan 2005 (Forum)
    Fiesta 1.4 with Weber TLD carb. I think my automatic choke has failed, (difficult starting but no problem when running or starting from hot). Am I right in thinking the choke butterfly should be seen to be closed when the engine is cold (with air filter cover removed) ?
  • I want an automatic car with good rear seat space, but should I steer clear of dual-clutch automatics? 20 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
    Various reviews of automatic gearboxes has meant we are nervous about buying a car with a CVT or DSG? (double clutch) types. Can you give your views on...
  • Used SUV automatic - Honda CR-V or Kia Sorento? 9 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I need to buy a used SUV to tow my caravan. I only cover 6000 miles a year, on short journeys, but would prefer an automatic. I like the Honda CR-V (2010)...
  • Which small, automatic car offers a high seating position? 8 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
    My wife has restricted movement in her left leg due to an unsuccessful knee operation, so I need to buy her a small (Citroen C3 size) economical automatic,...
  • What car would you suggest for someone with arthritis problems? 24 Jun 2024 (Ask HJ)
    My wife has arthritis in both hands. She has great difficulty operating the gear levers into reverse and the button on the hand brakes on both our cars....
  • Which small cars have a proper automatic gearbox? 16 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
    My wife is disabled so she needs a small(ish), automatic, petrol car with easy access. I am insistent that it has a proper auto box as I have read too...
 

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