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• Would you buy a new car? 24 Mar 2009 (Forum)
  Why buy new as you still get the remaining warranty! I have noted that prices have bottomed out. Last year, you could by the previous mode Ford Ka, brand new with tax for 4500 quid - now they are selling at that for a year old model. A family member bought a Saab, 57 plate sport/auto, 9k on the clock, convertable for 11k - 21k saving. Smaller automatic cars are retaining their price better as our daughter is looking for one as her first car, max spend 4 - 4:5k - about 2 years old & less than 15 on the clock - avy ideas?
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  Pickups - is permanent FWD beter than selectable? 10 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  For general road use in a pickup am I better off having permanent AWD such as a Hilux or is the Isuzu D-max just as good? Could I run the Isuzu D-max...
• Citroen Picasso versus Focus C-Max. 11 Jul 2004 (Forum)
  I'm contemplating buying one or other of these mini-MPVs. They both seem to find favour with HJ in their different ways, but I am particularly inclined...
• Suzuki Celerio 2015 - Fluids to add 25 Sep 2023 (Forum)
  Hi, I bought a Suzuki Celerio car, second hand 2015. As I am illiterate on the subject, could you please inform me on what type of fluids I have to add inside the container under the annotated labels in the images at the below links? Please let me know if I have to fill up the containers https://ibb.co/QQf4VX5 https://ibb.co/pv8K9FT https://ibb.co/MBZx452 Thank you
• B Max/ Jazz - Goodbye Powershift. 27 Jan 2018 (Forum)
  And I really, REALLY can't understand how they managed to make the Jazz boot bigger than that of the B Max,  and still have plenty of legroom in the back. Remarkable.  Just thought I'd let folks know that I'm back in the Sensible Motoring Club. It may turn out to be boring, but hopefully it'll be safe, cheap and hassle free.
• Oil overfill - action ? 13 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  Subsequently I have not had time to call into the dealer (30 mins away) and have done perhaps another 3-400 miles. Between "min" and "max" on the dipstick is about 15-20mm and the level is currently about 5-7mm over "max". Should I be worried? Should I get it corrected? Regards.
• Ford Fiesta 2010 - Do I need to change timing belt before its time? 16 Aug 2016 (Forum)
  I had to borrow a fair amount of money to buy it and can't afford any purchases these next few months but I have read horror stories on the net. I am planning to have it done in the next six months for peace of mind but just wondering if it s a bit of a risk. On the report from the mechanic, it s written the driving belts are in good condition but I suspect this did not include the timing belt. Unfortunately, there are no service history or repair receipt.
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  Is there a problem with Toyota Auris 2015 Business auto headlights? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Looking at your previous comments, previous owners seem to be relating to 2013 and previous with their headlights.. Has anybody experienced the same...
• Ford Focus Estate - Problem with a used car - CRA 28 Jul 2018 (Forum)
  Hi All, Just after some friendly advice - I bought a 2008 Ford Focus Estate 1.8 Diesel on the 23rd June 2018. It was from a local garage. It had about 77k on it and I have since put roughly 400-500 miles on it. Went to start it today and I am face with a engine malfunction light and limp mode.
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  Replacement door for my Renault Trafic 29 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
  Recently a bike rack jumped out and dented the rear passenger door on my 2015 Renault Trafic. Turns out a new door is just shy of £1000, but second hand...
• Recommendations needed please. 31 May 2019 (Forum)
  I need recommendations for a good car to help him buy. I would like something which is possibly 3/4 years old max, about £4,000 to £4,500 at a push £5,000. Somewhere between 1200 and max 1400 cc. A good reliable solid car ... any suggestions would be very welcome. 
• Max Motors 2 Peterborough dealer - opinions 6 Jul 2016 (Forum)
  Hi. If this is the wrong place for this query apologies & I will move remove. So anyway I have been looking at a car that has been for sale...
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  Stiff selector 15 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1.6 C-MAX on a 55-plate and the gearbox selector is very stiff to change gears, as if trying to push through toffee. What is at fault?
• Isuzu D-Max Rodeo Denver (2003 - ) - Engine and transmission questions. 3 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  I'm thinking of buying a new one of these here in Sweden. The engine is a 3.0 4JJ1-TCX 163HP, and auto transmission. Are these durable engines, or do...
• BHP and Torque 30 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  Can anyone explain why max torque occurs at q low revs and max BHP at q high revs? As torque is turning force and BHP is used to turn the wheels, what is torque? BHP {or kW as sometimes now quoted} is power, the ability to do work.
• 2015 honda civic type r gt - driver experience 10 Oct 2015 (Forum)
  Has anyone bought or driven this car yet? What do you think?
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  What's the best used car for under a £1000? 2 Mar 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a used car and have £1000 to spend. I want something with a bit of power, motorways at weekends and city driving during week, any suggestions?
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  Buying a new diesel - Captur or C'eed? 29 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My wife wants to buy a new diesel. Something between the Renault Clio size but less then the Laguna Tourer. We like the look of the Captur and Megane,...
• Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 2002 2.0tdci - Fuel injectors 17 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  I own a 2.0 tdci 130 Mondeo and have found that it is now producing lots of black smoke under acceleration, once i reach 70mph and from there on the car seems to hesitate and "two`s and fro`s" hope you understand what i mean. The car has an intercooler hissing under acceleration and i cannot hear the turbo (because of the cooler noise) is this normal? Is this the same for other TDCI owmers?
• Toyota Estima - Imported Estima vs 1.4 Sharan…or something else?!? 3 Mar 2024 (Forum)
  I’m in the market for a spacious (and reliable) used 7 seater with a budget of £12,500 Must haves are: petrol, auto, heated front seats, raised seating position OR comfortable drive (due to my disability), reversing camera, room for 2 teenagers in all of the rear 5 seats (so no Qashqai+2 for ex.) but also not as big as a van styled motor such as the Alphard or Berlingo Would be nice: leather/half leather trim, tray tables to back of front seats, half decent mpg After much deliberation I’ve cut it down to an imported Estima vs 1.4 Sharan - around an 11 plate or newer, with less than 100k on the clock and good history (Verso is too small, XC90 worries me with repair bills, don’t fancy a Zafira, Galaxy, S Max, Grand Picasso, or Alhambra) Have I missed anything worth considering - such as an older X5? - and if not, which would be a better investment to try and get 6 or more years of well serviced motoring from??