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• Simplest to service new small petrol engine? 8 Feb 2008 (Forum)
  I remember an old 1.3 Polo that just seemed to need oil, filters and plugs at about that time, but what`s its contemporary? We discussed the small Japanese engines and these seem to need tappet adjustment. How about the smallest petrol engines from Ford, Vauxhall and VW? for simplicity of home servicing and reliability?
• twin motors wipers. Any feedback? 20 Mar 2007 (Forum)
  The system, in which each wiper arm is driven by its own electric motor, offers the maximum swept windscreen area via motors that are both compact and flexible for under bonnet fitment. The Bosch system is already being fitted to the new Ford Galaxy, the Citroen C6 and the recently launched Mercedes-Benz S-Class." More info at http://www.bosch.co.uk/content/language2/html/3492_4530.htm Any feedback from users? it seems a good idea but I hope the the electronic controls are " robust" Having experienced a mechanical linkage failure ( in a thunderstorm) , a wiper arm fall off onto the bonnet, the motor burn out and finally smoke belch from the dash, the Bosch approach would avoid this risk.
• Terrano/Maverick Wheel Wobble 21 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  My first thought was wishbone bushes but all seem ok. I've had the wheels balanced and swapped around the car to eliminate them and it?s made no difference. Any advice would be most welcome. :)
• Mondeo 1.8 Zetec Timing belt or chain? 26 Jul 2005 (Forum)
  John's comments on the Ford Mondeo 24v 6-speed Road Test ( http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road_tests/?id=118 ) didn?t help matters as he mentioned changing a timing belt on his Mondeo and in the specifications immediately below says they have timing chains.
• Volvo S60 2.0 - Your thoughts? 20 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  I'm hoping to be in a position to change my car in the spring and I am toying with the idea of a Volvo S60 2.0 T manual in S or SE spec. The vehicle won't be new, probably Y/51/02 plate. I've been a Ford Mondeo man for many years now so it's time for a change. Can anyone who owns/drives or has any other knowledge of the S60 give me some input as to what to expect.
• Focus to Clio? 8 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  Hi all, I currently drive a '99 'S' Focus 1.8 petrol which I've had since Jan 2001 and which has on the whole been reliable and nice to own. I am thinking of downsizing to a brand new Renault Clio 1.6 16V Dynamique+ 3dr, and have seen the Clio on offer as low as £8499.
• Hyundai Getz 14 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  The base model car gets a good review in what car, and it now comes with 5 year warranty, 3 years three servicing and 3 years RAC cover, all for £6995, before haggle. Guess you could get a few hundred £'s off that. It looks OK, not a bread van by any means, and has the basic kit.. often missing from most budget cars from Ford and Vauxhall.. including... PAS, Steering height adjust, central locking, Dual airbags, ABS with EBD, electric windows, CD player and split fold rear seats.
• V5/Ownership query 21 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Hi, hopefully that got your attention. right, well i put a £300 deposit down on a ford fiesta zetec s at motorpoint. It was a nearly new one and was due to arrive in 3 weeks and if i decided against the car for any reason the deposit could be transfered to any other vehicle. I was satisfied with this.
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  Best replacement for Suzuki Wagon R+? 22 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  My wife has had Wagon Rs for the past 18 years, and we are looking to replace the current one, Our budget is up to £7000 and we are looking for a five...
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  What car and tyres should I buy for a long motorway commute? 5 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'll be commuting 310 miles, mostly motorway once or twice a week. I want an economical, very quiet, comfortable good riding automatic with adaptive cruise...
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  I misfuelled my C-Class - what should I do? 4 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I filled my Mercedes-Benz C250 with petrol instead of diesel. I realised when the engine began to falter after about 25 miles and stopped the car. Mercedes-Benz...
• Most reliable car for 1000 miles a week 11 Mar 2012 (Forum)
  Hi I get 20p a mile fuel plus a monthly car allowance. Can anyone recommend a reliable efficient car about £8000 max? I do about 1000 miles a week. Thanks in advance
• How much can a Nissan Vanette legally carry ? 12 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  Does anyone know the max weight one of these can carry ? Have searched for hours on the net but no joy. Hoping someone may remember ? 2001 reg and Vanette Cargo LWB 2300 diesel. Thanks
• Citroen Xantia (1993 - 2000) - 95 1.8 lhm level 26 Dec 2009 (Forum)
  i have filled with lhm fluid and now it is over the max level this is when the car is running and the lever is in the top position sorry if something is miss speled i am not from the uk thanks
• It has to come 3 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  The German government is going to vote later this month on fixing the max speed limit to 120kph and it seems its going to be passed the main reason being the reduction in C02 gasses ,the way they enforce speed limits in Germany there will be little point in buying a E500 when the 200 will do everything that is allowed.
• Radweld - is it worth trying? 3 Aug 2004 (Forum)
  N reg VW Passat. It has a minor coolant leak from somewhere. The reservoir drops from max to min over about six months. Is Radweld worth trying? Will it work OK in a VW, as I understand they use a special coolant. Thanks for your help.
• How much can I tow with Astra? 10 Jun 2003 (Forum)
  Hi, I have a 1999 T reg Vauxhall Astra 1.7 TD, and want to know whether I am OK towing a caravan with a weight of 741kg gross max. Any advice welcome! Many thanks. Tim
• Motability scheme. 22 Oct 2002 (Forum)
  Would anyone like to recommend suitable replacement,, size, cc, and close to same price .... automatic is essential, but no coversions necessary to the vehicle. Annual mileage is 8k max
• Electric 2CV 27 Feb 2002 (Forum)
  This car is very weird to drive - no clutch, just whack it into gear, accelerates silently, the only noise at the 60mph max speed is the wind noise & tyre roar. Andrew