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Auto load lugger 10 Oct 2019 (Forum)
Hi, I'm after some advise/recommendations for vehicles that suit my requirements. I currently drive a 2015 diesel astra K which I used for commuting to work as I had a 70 mile round trip each day. About 3 months ago I moved much closer to work but my commute consists of stop/start driving. For ease, I'd really like to get an automatic as my left leg is currently getting an incredible workout each day. -
Toyota Verso - Safety of 7-seater cars 4 Sep 2017 (Forum)
We've been planning on trading in our 11-year-old Ford CMAX for a small 7-seater - only 2 kids but extra seats are needed for visiting family and friends (so not that often), on trips about town and maybe day trips further out of the city. But once someone pointed out the safety implications of having the third row of seats so close to the back of the car and we're wondering whether to reconsider. -
Cheap K- itchen -s Online 7 Apr 2015 (Forum)
Cheap K- itchen -s Online. Thirty Ex Display K- itchen -s To Clear. www e x d i s p l a y k************ s 1 co uk £ 595 Each with appliances.Tel 01616-694785 -
Is a 1995 Ford Escort Cabrio a classic car? 25 Nov 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have a ‘black grape’ (purple) 1.6 litre Ford Escort Solar Cabrio bought from new in January 1995 so it’s a one-owner car. It has done just over 50,000... -
Superb estate review - Skoda 2 Jul 2015 (Forum)
More interesting than an Audi! http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/skoda/skoda-superb-2015-estate-road-test/ -
Vauxhall - a replacement for the Nova. VIVA! 4 Dec 2014 (Forum)
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/paris-motor-show/new-vauxhall-viva-revealed-ahead-spring-2015-launch -
Ford Mondeo Estate 2001 - Mondeo Mk3 diesel ticking 28 Jul 2016 (Forum)
What I know: ticking noise from the engine, not terribly loud but easy to hear from inside the car it seems to come from somewhere on the drivers side of the engine when you lift the gas, the sound remains equally loud the ticking only occurs when engine is at normal temperature, not when it's cold the engine runs perfectly fine, normal amount of power and torque To me it sounds like ticking cams, but I've had only one car before so I could be wrong. We checked the oil level, it was only just enough so we filled it until right under the 'max' indicator. This didn't help unfortunately. We went to a dealer, but I'm not sure if he understood what sound we were referring to. When you open the bonnet to listen, the engine makes so much noise by itself that the ticking is hard to pick out. -
VW Up! vs Kia Picanto vs Fiat 500 - Your Views? 9 May 2021 (Forum)
I just wondered if anyone could offer any opinions please? Whatever car I get will be used, I’ve been looking at max 5/6 yrs old and under 30k miles. I’m looking at doing 4/5000 miles max myself, predominantly city driving although will be on the motorway occasionally. I’d prefer 3 door and to have Bluetooth although that isn’t a deal breaker! -
I commute 80 miles a day - should I buy an EV? 7 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am confused about which "green" car I should buy. I have a budget of £10k max and need to commute 40 miles each way without a charging point in my school. -
What's the best petrol or hybrid on a budget? 3 Dec 2018 (Ask HJ)
What petrol or hybrid cars would you suggest with high mpg (45/50+) that have a high seating position and easy to get out of. I have a max budget is £2500. -
Which stylish, low tax car do you recommend for short trips? 11 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am hoping to buy a new car. The main uses will be daily short journeys and occasional long distant drives for holidays. Could you advise on any stylish,... -
Best sub-£2500 automatic? 31 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I may need to replace my not-so-trusty automatic car but only have a budget of around £2500. I need an automatic gearbox (fully auto, not semi), decent... -
An £8000 Astra... 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm planning to buy a used car with max budget £8000, and my usage would be weekends in London and occasional long drive once in two months. Is a Vauxhall... -
Buying an Astra - wise? 15 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
Buying a 2-3 year old hatchback, budget max £8K, any advice? I have been looking at Astras -1.4-1.6 ranging from £6-8k. Would like something that... -
Buying a family car 25 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
I currently drive a 1.5 tech run Renault Megane. We're expecting our second child and need bigger boot and more spacious interior. I also have a bad back... -
Limited insurance for a young driver 21 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
Am seeking insurance for son aged 17.5, one month qualified. Cheapest quote on confused.com was £3,500 (Admiral - way too much). Have heard you can get... -
Seat Ibiza Ecomotive engine upgrade? 30 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
Looking at the Seat Ibiza brochure it appears that the Ecomotive CO2 level has been reduced to 89 gms and the max torque figure has been reduced to 1500.... -
Astra L reg 1.6SE oil change 16 Oct 2003 (Forum)
I've just changed the oil on my 1.6 Astra 8v engine. When putting the oil in I made sure it was spot on the max mark - started the engine, let the oil circulate and checked again - it was two inches OVER the max mark. I assumed this was just because I'd moved the car slightly after filling the oil and was checking again on a slight slope (the car on a very slight camber and went on a brief test drive). -
My Ford Focus won't idle properly after a timing belt change - did I miss something? 9 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I had a bit of trouble changing my 2002 Ford Focus Zetec 1.6's timing belt as I didn't know to use a timing locking pin, but after putting in new valves,... -
Ford focus 02 1.6 Zetec - Loosing power steering fluid after MOT 10 Jul 2010 (Forum)
A quick glace at the road underneath the car revealed a rapidly growing pink puddle of power steering fluid. Having paid the MOT garage for some ford P/S fluid, (MC2 195-A, £20 a bottle, if you're wondering) I've filled it up and run it for a few minutes and the poorly sounding pump sounds a lot happier. However, when the engine is running, the fluid leaks with 1 drip every second or so from underneath the engine on the drivers side somewhere.
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