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• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - V5C incorrect tax class 10 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  Is it really necessary for me to approach Ford for a covering letter, or is there an easier way of doing this? Thanking you in anticipation...
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 03 1.8 LPG fuel problem 7 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  I have a 53 duel-fuel Ford Focus (manufacturer fitted lpg). Recently, I've been experiencing intermittent trouble with the gas supply to the engine. A few minutes after starting the car the gas supply to the engine seems to die and the power fades away.
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 02 2.0 (auto) diesel misfiring 16 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  Glowplug comes on occasionally 1 or 2x a day and turbo stops - ok after restart Its been like this pretty well since new and has been back to Ford loads of times, in the end I learnt to live with it as it is, but I will never buy another Mondeo - shame really as this was my fourth in a row Recently I drove to Spain and I learnt some more about these problems.
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - Repair/WriteOff worries 28 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  Long story shot - I was hit by a third party pulling out into the main road and my 2002 reg mondeo suffered damage to the passenger side but still drivable, i have had a telephone call from his insurers accepting liability (but nothing in writing) His insurers arranged to have a Ford dealership collect the car to arrange repairs. Since it has been collected I have been in contact with my insurers saying it would be better if my insurers had arranged the repairs (at their approved but non-ford repairers) Since it has been collected people i have spoken to have suggested (much to my shock)that it might be written off!!
• Ford Galaxy (1995 - 2006) - '05 1.9TD. Tyre speed ratings - mix or not to mix? 2 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  Two questions for the experts out there please: where are we best taking the car to for an inspection to ascertain whether or not there has been any hidden damage to the chassis, tow bar, running gear etc? Is our Ford dealer as good a place as any or do we need something more sophisticated than they can provide? Secondly, when we had the car checked initially by ATS Tyres they pointed out that whoeveer replaced our tyres last ( actually a combination of said Ford dealer - front axle - and another well known tyre centre - rear axle - had managed to leave us with a mish mash of different speed gradings on the four tyres which ATS maintain is potentially dangerous.
• How does public judge reliability? 6 Jul 2007 (Forum)
  As a result, other Jap brands, like Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Nissan, Subaru, Daihatsu suffer poor resale value compared to Ford and Vauxhall. Similarly, Hyundai and Kia also attract less buyers compared to Ford/Vauxhall. I recently went to my local garage to trade in my Hyundai Accent but he refused, saying he has no idea how to price a Hyundai!
• Ford diesel engine needs replacing 5 Dec 2006 (Forum)
  I would be interested if anyone can say how this can happen, since the car use to run perfectly and only Ford dealers have worked on the car. Has anyone else had this trouble? Information would be welcome.
• Don't upset your customers 6 Apr 2006 (Forum)
  In 1990, I was a Ford man & bought a new 1.8 diesel escort with a view to keeping it for a few years. At 1000 miles I wanted an oil & filter change, I phoned my local ford dealer repid fit dept who quoted me £18, when I took it in later that day & they did it, I was presented with a bill for £21, the young spotty lad on reception said ha ha ha, I forgot to add the VAT, he thought it amusing, he wouldn't back down so I just paid the £21, left feeling angry and vowed to myself never to deal with that garage again.
• Dents and Paint 13 Sep 2004 (Forum)
  Hello all, As you may or may not know, I have 1 dent (very very tiny) with a scuff down to the metal on my Ford Focus' bonnet. Also, some of you may be aware that on the back, where the chrome lift handle meets the paint, there is the tiniest bit of rust (really small). This is due to a fault on the Ghias and I have the technical service bulletin to take into Ford when I go tomorrow and see what the man says.
• Pick your best eurocar of the year 20 Nov 2003 (Forum)
  Thanks to "peterb" for the list. 2004 Fiat Panda 2003 Renault Megane II 2002 Peugeot 307 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 2000 Toyota Yaris 1999 Ford Focus 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 1997 Renault Scenic 1996 Fiat Brava / Bravo 1995 Fiat Punto 1994 Ford Mondeo 1993 Volks Wagen Golf 1992 Nissan Micra 1991 Renault Clio 1990 Citroen XM 1989 Fiat Tipo 1988 Peugeot 405 1987 Opel Omega 1986 Ford Granada 1985 Opel Kadett 1984 Fiat Uno 1983 Audi 100 1982 Renault 9 1981 Ford Escort 1980 Lancia Delta 1979 Simca-Chrysler Horizon 1978 Porsche 928 1977 Rover 3500 1975 - 76 Simca 1307-1308 ( Chrysler Alpine ) 1974 Citroen CX 1973 Mercedes 450 1972 Audi 80 1971 Fiat 127 1970 Citroen GS 1969 Fiat 128 1968 Peugeot 504 1967 NSU Ro80 1966 Fiat 124 1965 Renault 16 1964 Austin 1800 1963 Rover 2000 I would choose the Rover 2000. and what a superb car this was with the V8 3500cc engine
• Ford diesels - a solution? 22 Feb 2003 (Forum)
  Obviously GM had some stake in Isuzu so it made sense. Now Ford has a pretty hefty stake in Mazda so why don’t they do the same? Incidentally, I’ve spent a long time researching my next car – big family diesel estate with pots of room, don’t care for image or gimmicks - can never seem to find the perfect option.
• WHERE WERE THE OLD FORD FIESTAS BUILT? 26 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Hi, My sister has a 1999 T reg Ford Fiesta which i think is the MK4? I have been considering an MK5 and I did a VIN number check on both these cars and it said Origin as 'GERMANY' - does this mean where it was supplied from - i.e. grey import or does this mean where it was built...
• New car shortlist - down to 3 21 Aug 2007 (Forum)
  I didn't much fancy doing 20,000 miles a year behind that cliff-face of a dashboard either - which had a chrome surround that reflected as a bright oblique line in the windscreen. Ford C-Max 2.0 TDCI - nice to drive apart from having nowhere to put your left foot. Seat folding not brilliant and it won't hold its value very well. Nissan Qashqai - no opportunity to try one as the Reading dealer is changing hands and has cleared its stock.
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  Motor trader has sold me a mapped car - what are my rights? 6 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I part-exchanged my car two months ago for a 2019 BMW M140i from a trader. Within weeks of owning the car, I discovered it had been engine mapped. The...
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  What are my legal rights against a dealer who sold me a car without a service history? 8 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  My 2015 Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG was used and advertised by a dealer. The advert stated it had a performance exhaust fitted (an extra) and a full Mercedes-Benz...
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  Timing belt problems 7 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I may just be unlucky but it seems I am experiencing (by proxy - my son is the driver of these vehicles, but bank of Mum & Dad is involved) two cases of...
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  What car should we replace an ageing Citroen Picasso with? 1 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
  We bought my daughter a 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso as a bargain from a friend a few years ago. It is starting to cost her and her partner serious money...
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  The roof in my Dacia Logan MCV has come loose, how do I fix it? 5 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  We bought this car from new, and have basically been very pleased with it, as it's reliable and cheap to run, but over the last few months, the 'loose'...
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  How can I Insure my children on my Discovery? 24 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a 2015 Discovery 4 and I am trying to add my children to the insurance policy as I am fed up with having to do all the driving. My eldest (daughter)...
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  How much is a 1995 Rover Metro worth? 31 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1995 Rover Metro GTA 1.4L 5dr hatchback which I want to sell. Mileage 37,284. I have full ownership and service history. The car belonged to my...