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  • Recommend an inexpensive, comfortable tow car 8 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
    My husband is obsessed with classic cars, which are quirky and fun, but I am tired of having to drive at 50mph, never having the right seat belts or mirrors,...
  • Should we replace our Citroen C4 Grand Picasso, and if so what with? 23 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I have a C4 Grand Picasso which will be three years old next month. I bought it with 18 months warranty left. It's served us well and we're really happy...
  • Do I have any legal comeback after buying a faulty Ford C-Max privately? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
    We recently bought a Ford C-Max from a private seller who said he was selling because he'd been made redundant, and that there was nothing wrong with the...
  • Berlingo Multispace / Ford B or Grand C Max? - I need help choosing next vehicle 7 Jan 2022 (Forum)
      So since I've had the Berlingo 2 batteries  have been replaced  couple of sensors issues and now nox sensor needs replacing,  being done under warranty thankfully! Shall I stick with Berlingo (just blips)  and go automatic or change brand ie to a Ford Grande C Max with sliding doors ie more reliable or can anyone think of another vehicle that will be good as an automatic for my needs . I want compact smallish for nipping around cities towns ? Must be reliable!
  • Is there is a good brand of screen wash that reduces the amount of gunge that accumulates in the reservoir? 8 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
    I’m in the process of clearing my windscreen washers on my Ford C-MAX which has been reduced to a dribble. I’ve used all types of solution over the years...
  • Need a large MPV with easy access and auto 'box 5 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to replace our 2008 Ford C-MAX automatic 2008 model with a new car. The replacement must be as good (or better) for accessibility. It must...
  • Ford C-MAX - £5.5k Cmax or £6k Octavia with more miles? 13 Nov 2010 (Forum)
    If I bought the Ford (swmbo's favourite) I could bank some money to offset future repairs - but £500 to £1000 won't go that far! I've also considered Mondeo and Accord estates, but again the mileage would be a lot greater than the Cmax for the same budget.
  • Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - Jiggered Engine, but whose fault is it? 8 Jan 2010 (Forum)
    I asked on here the other week about the effect of replacing an engine on the value of a car. Well, my C-Max TDCi is still in the garage awaiting its new engine while we decide who should pay for it. Short history: Bought, freshly serviced at 10,000 miles. At 37,000 miles (within warranty period) the turbo blows up.
  • Ford C-MAX (2003 - 2010) - 04 1.6 - Flashing management/battery lights 1 Dec 2009 (Forum)
    Can you please advise or help me please, I have a Ford Focus C-Max 1.6 & it's a 54 plate. My car started juddering and had lack of power and was like a knocking sound, so my Dad took the car to a garage and he was told the HT Leads so we changed them.
  • Should I buy a petrol or diesel Grand C-Max for short commutes with longer weekend drives? 18 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I'm interested in purchasing either a brand-new 1.6 petrol Ecoboost Grand C-Max or a nearly new 1.6 diesel Grand C-Max. Both are the same price at £16,500....
  • Happy Blue's rental car blog 10 Jul 2016 (Forum)
      Whilst I can see myself in it, my family (especially my boys who are always questioning when I am going to replace the S-Max) declared that they preferred the S-Max also. 
  • Need to buy a 7 seater - used. What should I be looking at? 18 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I have a budget of around £7k and have just split from my husband so need a new 7 seater. I have been used to driving an S-MAX and would like a car with...
  • Fault free VAG motors? 30 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I was never a fan of the VAG group (VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda)and, on top of that, your site is full of examples about unreliable motors they produce; however...
  • Land Rover Discovery drivers - 25%! 4 Feb 2012 (Forum)
    <*** class="editorial " src="http://l.yimg.com/bt/api/res/1.2/mSo.PoAWyrAvw2Tt2a_CYw--/YXBwaWQ9eW5ld3M7cT04NTt3PTYzMA--/http://l.yimg.com/os/423/2012/02/01/Discovery-jpg_165758.jpg" alt="" width="630" /> Research revealed that Citroen Saxo VTR drivers are worst for driving under the influence whilst Peugeot 106 GTI owners are least likely to comply with traffic lights. Stats also showed that Ford Galaxy Zetec owners are caught most often using their phones while driving. The data, compiled from more than 4 million Confused.com insurance quotes, stretches back over the last five years.
  • I unknowingly bought a Cat S write off. How do I recover my costs? 9 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
    I’ve bought a Cat S vehicle by accident as it wasn’t on the write off database and the HPI search was clear. I’ve spoken to the salvage yard and it was...
  • Hyundai i30 2015 - i30 Door and boot issue 4 Nov 2024 (Forum)
    Very strange, as everything was fine, then went to put something in the boot and discovered the issue(s). Any advice much appreciated 
  • Ford Mondeo MK5 230ps Automatic 2015 - Mondeo MK5 Problems 8 Nov 2018 (Forum)
    Hi,  First Post. Ive had a Ford Mondeo for 2 years from 5k miles (Ford Direct Car) its now done 70k miles mostly on the motorway. Ive had 3 Fuel Vapourisers & 1 Alternator in 24 months all under Warranty. Its an Automatic 210 twin turbo.
  • 2015 Ford Focus 1.6 diesel - Klunk noise from engine bay after coming to a stop 16 Jul 2018 (Forum)
    I get strange looks from other road users and am concerned the problem will affect my ability to sell the car. It is still under warranty but so far Ford have not worked out the cause. Video from outside: https://youtu.be/vRD9ibjKXYA Video from inside: https://youtu.be/3pKVYLE65A8 Does anyone have any ideas as to what is causing this noise and/or have some advice on how to proceed with Ford?
  • Forthcoming plug-in hybrids - can you recommend them? 23 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
    My nephew has a BMW 520d company car plus fuel card and approaching change time has calculated at his mileage a plug-in hybrid will save him £5k pa in...
  • Buying a used Mazda 5 - which model is best for £6k? 29 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
    We have decided to buy a used Mazda 5 and you recommend the 1.6 diesel. Unfortunately our budget is £6000, which wouldn't get us that particular model....
 

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