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  Thanks for your recommendation for Shell V-Power for my Vectra. 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Years ago I read your views on using high quality fuel. Since then I have always used Shell V-Power in my now quite ancient 1998 R-plate Vectra V6 2.5....
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  Mondeo rattles when starting from cold 3 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  When starting my 2010 Ford Mondeo from cold I can hear a light rattle/tinkle when under acceleration between 1250 - 2000rpm. There is no noise when...
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  Buying a used X5? 31 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering a BMW X5 used but I am unsure which model is cheapest to run (re road tax + fuel). My main use is around town with occasional twice...
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  Pickups - is permanent FWD beter than selectable? 10 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  For general road use in a pickup am I better off having permanent AWD such as a Hilux or is the Isuzu D-max just as good? Could I run the Isuzu D-max...
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  I put a small amount of petrol in my diesel car? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I recently put 0.4 litres of petrol into my Audi A3 Sportback TDI 170 Quattro. I then put over 50 litres of diesel in. After 220 miles, I filled up with...
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  Should I pay the extra for a Fiat 500 Abarth? 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am in the market for a convertible and know you extol the virtues of the FIAT 500. Would it be silly to pay the extra for an Abarth pokier version, or...
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  Dacia Sandero - can my sums really be correct? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking at the Dacia Sandero, which would be my first new car. Although the Access spec suits me fine, it seems the Ambience with the more efficient...
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  Is an SUV with DSG/Powershift automated manual ok for towing 21 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Looking to buy a SUV/Crossover to tow a caravan up to about 1500kg. The wife would like an auto but for fuel economy I am looking at DSG/Powershift gearboxes....
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  Why does diesel drain into the sump on cars with a clogged DPF? 9 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I read that you stated that modern diesels are unsuitable for successive runs from cold, which I fully comprehend, but how does diesel drain into the sump...
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  New or upmarket used? 28 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am buying something to replace my ageing Volvo. I was looking at the Hyundai i30 or Skoda Rapid when it occurred to me that I might be better off...
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  Is the Honda CR-V any good? 6 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a Honda CR-V 2.2 i-CTDi ES 5-door on a 57-plate. I'm just wondering how long should these cars run for on average, as this car has...
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  Volkswagen Passat - Diesel starting issues 5 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  My Passat 2.5-litre V6 TDI has 110k on clock. Following engine failure, four new camshafts, followers, etc, were fitted. At the same time, six new Bosch...
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  Looking for a wheelchair-friendly small car with a hoist - any suggestions? 27 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We need to replace our Honda Insight Motability car with something which has the capacity to transport a wheelchair 1150mm long, 710mm wide and 650mm high....
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  Which small economical car? 16 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a Skoda Fabia 1.2 54bhp Classic which has done nearly 115000 trouble free miles and will do 47 mpg when driven carefully. I'm looking...
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  Volvo V40 gearbox confusion 29 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm confused about the auto gearboxes available on the Volvo V40. Although you refer to Powershift gearboxes in the review, the technical details refer...
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  Which seven-seat MPV? 11 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy an mpv seating 6 to 7 adults. We would be looking for sliding doors and the 2 rear seats folding down ideally. Either petrol or...
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  Is V-power suitable for use in my Skoda Octavia? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Is there any benefit in using Shell V-Power diesel in my new Octavia 1.6 DSG or is it intended more for high performance cars? I only do about 6000 miles...
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  Which family MPV, and which fuel? 25 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking to buy a family MPV and are considering the Peugeot 5008 or the Citroen Grand Picasso. The car will be used for general running around in...
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  Is it worth using Shell V-Power? 18 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We decided to take your advice and use Shell V-Power in place of supermarket fuel. When we started the trial, a petrol station attendant enthusiastically...
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  Which secondhand luxury car would make a reliable purchase? 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am of the opinion that 4-to-6 year-old luxury cars, well looked after, can offer years of high quality, low cost motoring. From a reliability point of...