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  Buying a small automatic - what do you recommend? 28 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I need a similar size car to the Toyota Yaris, but with a better automatic ‘box than the electronic actuator type. What do you recommend?
• MINI - Automatics - CVT or Tiptronic? 25 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  I'm just having a scout around autotrader for used automatic Mini convertibles (for future reference - may well get one in a couple of years, or even sooner if our Smart Roadster proves to be unfixable as per my previous thread about the gear selector being up the spout).
• Economical SUV with an automatic gearbox 19 Aug 2022 (Forum)
  Hi, I'm looking for a reliable and relatively economical SUV with an automatic gearbox and a petrol engine. Are any of these any good, do they have any known problems with automatic gearbox or other issues etc? 1. Suzuki SX4 2013; 1.6 SZ4 5DR AUTO 2. Suzuki SX4 S-Cross 2013; 1.6 SZ5 SUV CVT ALLGRIP 2.
• Citroen Berlingo Multispace - Should there b any lurch on automatic gear shifts? 2 Apr 2021 (Forum)
  Hi there, I've just received a 2017 Citroen Berlingo Multispace, Diesel Automatic. 15k miles. On doing a short test drive, the one thing that stood out to me were the very obvious gear shifts. I don't feel the shifts much at all in my previous Ford Focus Petrol Automatic.
• Changed To An Automatic Gearbox - Advice Required. 6 Feb 2021 (Forum)
  Hi all, I've just bought my first car with an automatic gearbox and would like some basic advice from some of you that have automatic experience. From what I've read already, there's a difference of opinion with regards to the correct use of the N (neutral) and D (drive) gears.
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  What's the most reliable, economic family car? 25 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  What do you consider to be the most reliable and economic automatic family car?
• Volkswagen Polo IV (2005 - 2009) - Small automatics - Horrible! 22 May 2020 (Forum)
  The box has a "sport" setting - "sport", they must be joking! This confirms my thoughts that a small engine is completely unsuited to a traditional automatic gear box. What do other back-roomers think?
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  What small, five-door, used, petrol automatic would you recommend? 14 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
  What small, five-door, used, petrol automatic would you recommend? I have £12,000 to spend.
• Citroen C4 hdr automatic - unable to select gear on automatic 13 Jan 2017 (Forum)
  I have problems with my car after stopping it and getting out when I get back in the engine will start however no gears can be selected if I leave for...
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  Can you recommend a good mpg automatic small car? 2 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy my 21 year old daughter a automatic small car with good mpg. Please advise.
• Ford fusion 1.4 semi automatic 2004 - Semi automatic gearbox problems 29 Sep 2015 (Forum)
  Problematic semi auto mastic gearbox, car juddering when in first gear. Had the gearbox actuator removed , brushes reamed out, and unit lubricated and...
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  Which petrol crossover for town? 4 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Which new automatic petrol crossover with good MPG? I do about 3000 miles a year, all town driving. Can spend up to about £30,000.
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  Has towning my Galaxy caused damage? 31 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My automatic Ford Galaxy was towed off the ground. I was told it was the alternator. Not so - the car starts but gears are not engaging properly. Is it...
• Volvo Mercedes Volkswagen - Choice from range of automatics available 10 Apr 2013 (Forum)
    I would like something medium size e.g A or B class Mercedes, S40.  I would appreciate any information re automatic choice and/or any car suggestions 2009 onwards.  I can't afford a Ferrari or Rolls 
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  What small diesel automatic? 10 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a new but not too big diesel automatic - what do you recommend?
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  What economical automatic for a familly? 24 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We have the opportunity to get a lease car from work so we don't need to worry about tax and maintenance, etc. What is the most economical car that...
• Honda Civic 02-05 - Honda Civic 02-05 Automatic transmission, good? 11 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  But I can't help but notice there's an astounding amount of 1.6 Civics, around the 58-70k mark all automatics, was there something of a fault around this area as yesterday I found at least six, all very cheaply priced, ridiculously low miles for the year and all automatics. Are these to be avoided? If so anything in particular that I should be looking out for on the Manual speeds?
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  Inexpensive 4WD saloon 16 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to buy a saloon car which is automatic and has the option to engage 4 wheel drive mode for bad weather. I am looking at mid range price.
• Any - Pedal size of accelerator on UK automatics, 22 Mar 2011 (Forum)
   I need a small automatic as I have arthritis in my feet but all the cars I have looked at have exactly the same accelerator as in a three pedal car. It is just too narrow and too small. I have been advised to contact an adaptations expert but that costs money.
• Advice on nearly new small automatic purchase 28 Nov 2010 (Forum)
  I am looking to change from my 52 plate Seat Leon 1.8 SE automatic to something a little smaller. I need an automatic due to slight mobility issue with my left arm. I findmyself totally confused by the options, and am hoping for some solid advice from people who actually know about cars (unlike myself!)