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• Radiator for 1.4 CVH Fiesta 6 May 2003 (Forum)
  Hi, My son has taken the kids' Fiesta (1991 1.4 CVH) to London (I live in the Midlands) and the radiator has perforated. He was towed to his flat by the AA and the guy kindly removed the rad telling him you can fit a new one yourself. What the lad didn't realise is that there appears to be more than one rad fitted to this car. Or is there?
• Easiest Sale Ever 24 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  I've just sold my wifes Fiesta in a private sale. Chap turned up with other half in tow (in the fading light). He admitted straight away he knew nothing about cars. Then asked me to drive him to the end of the road and back. On our return, he promptly gave me the asking price with no attempt to haggle whatsoever.
• Cash for Pug help please 21 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  The car is a June 99 'early facelift' Peugeot 406 estate, 1.8L (base model) petrol, aircon, abs, fsh, 70K miles, not had a cambelt change, been used for towing caravan since new, original clutch OK but bearing squeals occasionally, interior and exterior pretty good. All figures appreciated; thanks in anticipation. (advice 'don't buy it!' understandable) Mark
• Autobox Life 29 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  And then there are the ones -without- Citroen main dealer FSH... Terry B are you there? How did your XM survive transcontinental caravan towing? Any comments on what makes auto boxes generally live longer, (and what are the signs of illness) much appreciated. rg
• General views on Honda HR-V 27 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  I'd like someting which (1) above all, will be reliable over, say, 8 years / 80K miles with excellent build quality; (2) can cope with the ever-deteriorating roads (i.e. not too fussed about potholes); (3) has boot space like an estate car, but offers higher driving position (4) has reasonable running costs - insurance, service, mpg etc. Performance not too important (other car gives the thrills); won't be used off-road, nor for towing. Any advice, please?
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  What can I do if an HGV and trailer parked on my street exceed the weight limit? 17 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
  A lorry parked in my street is within the weight limit according to local laws. However, it often has a trailer attached to it. The trailer looks like...
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  Why are diesel models much cheaper than petrol models? 26 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  It seems that a used diesel BMW X3 is considerably cheaper than a comparablyy aged petrol version and that the bigger engines are only available as diesels....
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  Can you clamp a car that's parked on your driveway? 26 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I read your answer to the person who had problems with someone parking illegally on their driveway and wondered if the following solution might be possible? 1)...
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  What is a pensioners racing car? 1 Oct 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I - both pensioners - are car enthusiasts. We recently bought a Kia Sorento KX3 automatic for towing the caravan and now would like a car for...
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  What should I check for on a used Toyota Hilux? 17 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I fancy buying a Hilux about two years old. Which engine is better - the 2.5 or 3.0? And is there anything particular to check out apart from what it's...
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  Twin-turbochargers - do I have to worry about overheating? 23 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a new Honda CR-V. The vehicle has two turbo-chargers giving the 1.6 diesel engine the same power as the diesel 2.2. I have read in your...
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  Turbo failure on BMW E90 320d - Should I ask BMW to pay? 6 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
  BMW Diagnostics has thrown up a Turbo failure on my BMW 320D registered in 2010 - cost to replace £1552. Current mileage is just under 50,000 and I regularly...
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  New Skoda Superb petrol or diesel? 9 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Interested to read your review of the new Skoda Superb Estate. The petrol 1.4 ACT engine sounds really good. However, how is it going to fare in terms...
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  Car failed after just one month and dealer won't repair - what are my options? 13 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I recently bought a used Fiat Stilo (2002) with a guaranteed mileage of 70,000. The car was sold with a three month warranty, but the dealer never gave...
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  Should I pick the Honda Civic 2.2 iCDTI or the 1.8 iVTEC? 14 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I've been reading up about the Civic 2.2iCTDI on your website. It looks good, but the 1.8 iVTEC also looks good. I'm just wondering which one's going to...
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  How can manufacturers be persuaded to fit spare wheels to cars? 9 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I heartily agree with your reply concerning the lack of spare wheels. I have a fantastic 2-year-old Astra 2.0 CTDI and insisted on a full matching road...
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  How should I make sure my turbocharged engine cools properly when I switch it off? 5 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  You often advise about cooling down turbos before switching off the engine. I have a TC petrol engine and during normal driving the oil temp rises to 94/95C....
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  Buying a replacement for RAV4 what would you recommend? 1 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Our RAV4 has, after 10 years faithful service, probably just about come to the end of its useful life. We bought it with your recommendation and have always...
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  My Ford Focus broke down due to blocked EGR valves - am I entitled to goodwill from Ford? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  On Monday 1 April 2013 my Ford Focus Titanium broke down and showed the message "Engine malfunction". The AA was unable to fix the problem and towed the...
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  Private property parking fine... 23 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  A friend recently dropped off her family at Stansted airport. She went to the new express drop off area, and on to the pay station to find out how to get...