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• Focus CVT 21 Feb 2005 (Forum)
  Could be that he is right. I had already drawn my own conclusion by that time, which was that it is strange that Ford would want to keep back the transmission for the Focus, when it is losing sales that it could be making with the C-Max CVT. The latest development is that I received two phone calls last night, from one of the aforesaid salesmen.
• Tracking or stupidity? Ford Focus 26 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  Hi all, just taken ownership of a Ford Focus 1.8 Ghia. Anyway - been out in it and it\'s a wonderful car - certainly a step up from the Fiesta! My question is perhaps picky but will nag me otherwise. In order to keep the car straight, the wheel is just off by a few degrees.
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  Which car brands have the best reputation for reliability? 23 Jan 2023 (Ask HJ)
  Which car manufacturers are best for reliability?
• old 1970's - 1980's car brochures. 25 Oct 2001 (Forum)
  i am selling the car brochures that i have collected over the years, i have alot of different makes, i even have something for DW, its a land rover V8 brochure. this is a little of what i have...fiat, audi, VW, FSO, Rolls Royce, jaguar, mazda, lada, bmw, skoda, rover, MG, alfa, ford, vauxhall, etc. these are for sale at between £3 - £5 each. everything from mark 1 fiesta upto a rolls royce carmargue. fiat 124 convertible to a NSU ro80.
• Ford Focus Saloon 2006 - sticking calipers 24 Aug 2012 (Forum)
  I recently took my car for a service to local main ford dealer I explained I had a problem with the front brakes the n/s seemed to be binding. I collected the car and was told the fault was due to brake dust, the problem never improved and when I checked on the internet sticking calipers seems to be a common problem.
• Ford fiesta Zetec s 1.6 TDCI - Fiesta TDCI - issue when cold 13 Jun 2013 (Forum)
  Hi, I bought my Zetec S TDCI just over 12 months ago and it has been a very problematic car. It is a 57 reg with 60k on clock. Now when I start it the engine feels like it is about to stall and when I accelerate there is a rattle/ticking noise.
• Ford Fiesta LX 2003 - Request for a keycode for a 4500 RDS 2 Apr 2023 (Forum)
  Can somebody please help me to find the correct keycode for the stereo in my daughter's car that she just bought, as the previous keeper doesn't know it? The S/N is M038773
• Ford Galaxy (1995 - 2006) - Electric windows 27 Oct 2008 (Forum)
  Maybe I am being a bit thick but Icannot see how the front door trims come off without damage as I need to change a window motor,can anyone help?
• ford tdci engines 16 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  hi i am looking to buy either a fiesta 1.6tdci zectec s or a focus 1.6 tdci zetec 2005 on but im reading a lot of bad things about the mondeo tdci would anybody know if the 1.6tdci is same engine as fitted to mondeo or different.
• Ford Focus Mk1 - Ford Focus Mk1 or Mk2, Zetec.. Or ST170 24 Aug 2014 (Forum)
  Is it false economy if it needs constant repairs etc.,    I see no end of Mk1's on the road which is a good advert  to the quality, but my gut feeling is to hold on until I might be able to afford a Mk2, that said they still seem out of my budget. If a car this old is really not an issue and I check F/S/H service stamps etc, then would the ST170 be worth looking at as it seems to have everything- only thing that concerns me is the mpg which if I am on a tight budget it seems daft to buy something that is going to consume fuel like there's no tomorrow!
• small 6-7 seat MPV - Best used small MPV (£5k - £10k) 4 Aug 2010 (Forum)
    I'd do that again except for the lack of space for all the car seats plus another passenger, so maybe the FRV is the answer (wouldn't even have to be a diesel as the petrol is quite efficient). Ford S-Max looks great, but I'm worried by the reliability - lots of problems reported, which is a shame as Ford reliability has been pretty good in the last 10 years. Advice appreciated.  Thanks, Optimus
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  Can you recommend a hatchback with an easy access boot? 14 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My wife wants to change her car. she needs a 'flat' boot like the Ford B-max she currently has. Can you recommend a similar small or smaller hatchback...
• ford cmx/ Xsara PIcasso/ Other mpv - Dilemna between cars... 6 Feb 2021 (Forum)
  This is what I want: Higher seating position (hence me wanting an MPV, just got rid of my 4x4 which was guzzling fuel) Automatic Reliable Good mpg  Max 3000/3500 pounds I don't do much miles, 8000 max a year so petrol would be best I think.   My choices, after doing some research online seem to be: CMax or Xsara Picasso or Megan Scenic (possibly a model 3) (although I am weary of the fuel consumption of older models)  Definitely no C4 Picasso due to the faulty auto gearbox   I have seen a few cmax (2006-2009) but there seems to be a problem with the suspension arms, a "disease" that costs 500 pounds to repair.
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  Are there any small cars with sliding doors? 24 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am returning to the UK after some years and shall need to change my car. I currently have a Renault Kangoo diesel. It's economical, spacious, comfortable,...
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  What do you think is the best classic sports car to buy? 23 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
  My wife’s best friend will reach a milestone birthday shortly and her husband has offered to buy her a Healey 3000. Her last sports car was a MGF. What...
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  Buying an automatic hatchback 8 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a used Ford Focus-sized petrol (or petrol-hybrid) automatic. Can you assist with a short list that would take into consideration cost to...
• mk1 2001 ford focus - rear end suspension problem 27 Aug 2015 (Forum)
  does the price look to be right or too much,    the guy said it would be about 1 hr to replace max but that it may need new camber bolts as they normally snap on removal, is this just the bolts that hold the arm in place?
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  British made family car needed. 25 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  My family and I are looking to buy a new car. We currently have a Ford C-MAX and would like something of a similar size. We want a British built car which...
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  Are there any known problems with the SEAT Altea's turbocharger? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My husband is looking at buying a SEAT Altea TDI. I've read a few comments on the internet about the turbo blowing and costing a fortune to repair. Is...
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  Can you recommend a used MPV for a family of five? 12 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are a family of five searching for a used car that will be cheap to run and insure. It must have three point seat belts in the back for all three seats...