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  Water is leaking into the boot of my car. Do you know what could be causing it? 6 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My 2017 Ford C-Max appears to have a leak somewhere in the boot area, which results in water collecting in the bottom of the spare wheel holding area....
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  Which SUV to replace my Suzuki SX4? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Five years ago I bought a Suzuki SX4 and it's time for a change. I would like something similar to the SX4; a 1.6-litre automatic hatchback, reasonably...
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  Which pick-up is currently the best, taking into account their different specifications? 8 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Volkswagen Amarok, Nissan Navara, Ford Ranger, Mitsubishi L200, Toyota Hilux or Isuzu D-Max. Which car is the best according to price and performance?...
• 2015-2016 - Toyota Yaris or Ford Fiesta? 1 Mar 2021 (Forum)
  I am looking for a used car for around 6-7k which I think could get me around 5 years old car. I quite like the look of a Ford Fiesta ( 1.1L or 1L ecoboost) and Toyota Yaris 1.3L petrol cars (both 2016 models). I'm having hard time deciding between the two so was hoping for some opinions on which on may be a better choice?
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  Is the 2015 Transit Connect a reliable van? 21 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering buying a 2015 Ford Transit Connect 1.6 diesel with 57,000 miles on the clock, I have noticed that it has had a new clutch at 47,000 miles,...
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  Am I getting a fair offer? 19 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have already tried to part exchange my 56 plate A4 Avant 2.0 TSFI with 48,000 miles on the clock, good condition, FASH, full MoT, New Cam Belt etc,...
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  Do you think EV prices will come down, and the better ranges will be worth waiting for? 3 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are thinking of buying an electric car. We have a 10-year-old diesel Ford S-Max with 70,000 miles on the clock. We got it as a family workhorse...
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  Why aren't fuel pumps designed so that nozzles can't be replaced wrongly? 22 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Can anyone confirm that all petrol nozzles at a fuel station will also fit in the diesel holder of the pump? Around eight months ago I filled up at...
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  Legal A’d 27 Feb 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a seven-year-old semi-auto Mercedes A-Class petrol 190 that has suited me, but now I should replace it with something similar. I liked its performance...
• Ford Focus C-max 1.6LX - Exhaust Heat Shield 9 Apr 2016 (Forum)
  I would like to ask: 1) Has anyone ever known of problems caused by heat shield removal, especially to a C-max 54reg? 2) If they're are so critical and are prone to dropping off etc, why aren't they covered by a recall?  3) Why do Independent garages seem to do this instead of refitting, which would only take 10 mins if up on a lift and with a few pop rivets?
• Ford C-MAX 1.8 TDCi - TDCi clutch replacement & flywheel 6 Apr 2011 (Forum)
  My 06 C-Max 1.8 TDCi has done 54,000 miles, and the clutch has started slipping in fifth under heavy acceleration, all the other gears are currently fine. The clutch bite is very high too, so it looks like the clutch is on the way out.
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  Need an MPV with comfortable seats and easy access 12 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have just sold my beloved T4 in order to buy a more economical family car. My wife and I have both broken our backs at some point in the past and due...
• Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - Think I'm about to buy one. 23 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  In the (still) never ending search for a replacement car for 'er indoors, I've just been to see a Focus C-Max at a local Indy. It's a 1.6LX, FSH, 37000m, 1 owner, 54 reg. It's showing a screen price of £5995, but I said I'd seen it in the local rag for £5200 and he dropped to that immediately. I've been researching the C-max and this seems to be a decent price.
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  What easy access 4x4 would you recommend for £18,000? 23 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have £18,000 to spend on a 4x4. What car would you recommend as my partner is disabled?
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  What used car could I get that's spacious, cheap to run and reliable? 1 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I need to upgrade my car for something bigger as my wife is heavily pregnant with our second child. I want a used car and can spend £8000 - £10,000. It...
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  Buying a large MPV - Ford B-MAX or Citroen C3 Picasso? 24 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We have decided to opt for the C3 Picasso BlueHDi 100 Platinum; however Motability have allowed us to change our mind if we wish to before delivery. The...
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  Rusty Ford C-Max - should I have any redress? 10 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a 2006 Ford focus C-MAX from a main dealer in 2007. In 2008, rust bubbles appeared under the paintwork and the dealer sent me to its paint shop,...
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  Why does my Ford C-Max wear tyres so rapidly? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Ford C-Max 2.0TDCI fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 3 tyres, 235/40 ZR 18 95w. The front tyres need replacing after 16,000 miles with even wear...
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  Can you recommend a car with a flat floor and easy access? 21 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  As a long time reader of your column I do not recall anyone asking this question: Both my wife and I have leg trouble and need a car with a 'flat floor',...
• Ford C-MAX - 1.8 tdci vs 2.0 tdci (HDI) vs 1.6 hdi vs 1.3 CDTi 13 Apr 2014 (Forum)
  I have had alot of advice, but also alot of conflicting advice, and it comes down to the following engines: 1.3 cdti (fiat doblo) 1.6 hdi (ford focus cmax/xsara picasso) 1.8 tdci -( focus cmax) 2.0 tdci - (focus cmax/xsara picasso) Anybody tell me which is the most reliable, and which to definitely avoid and why? Heard good and bad for each engine, please could someone rate these with details for me?