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[Web Version]( | [Update preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Facebook icon]( [Like]( [Twitter icon]( [Tweet]( [Forward icon]( [Forward]( [Is it sensible to buy an imported car?]( Posted by on 31 May, 2024 Should I stay clear from buying an imported car, like the Honda Fit (Jazz equivalent). What are the pros and cons? Is servicing and parts different, for example? [Read more →]( [Can I have a CD player fitted to my car?]( Posted by on 31 May, 2024 I bought a Citroen C5 2015 model recently, it doesn't have a CD player only a radio. Would I be able to get a cd player fitted and if so do you know roughly how much it would be please? [Read more →]( [How do I calculate the size of a space saver spare wheel and tyre?]( Posted by on 31 May, 2024 I am looking to purchase a slim fit spare wheel of the smallest size I can as I do not have a spare wheel but I cannot find the overall size of a wheel including the tyre I am looking at a 15" diameter wheel but how much do I add on for the tyre so I get to the full diameter, is there a formula? [Read more →]( [Is unit stock finance and pre-registration normal practice?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2024 We've found a good couple of franchised dealer cars recently but HPI has shown outstanding finance on the basis of "unit stocking". The dealers have assured us that this is just their way of financing the cars, but we really are sufficiently put off by this red warning on the HPI to walk away. Is this something we should be concerned about? We just want a clean cut purchase not something we have to get indemnities for after handing over £20K or more? It seems the dealers need us to commit to buying the cars before they will clear the HPI warning. Another concern was the use of pre registration - so one car sold with " 2 owners" turned out on questioning to be 2 owners plus a pre-reg as a demonstrator - so we would actually be the 4th owner, in 4 years - and when we come to resell the next person would be the 5th owner - something likely in my mind to devalue the vehicle by some thousands. This was again only disclosed after questioning and the on line listing by the dealer didn't mention this, again was only flagged by the HPI. [Read more →]( [I think my car was damaged at the dealership but they are refusing to accept responsibility - what can I do?]( Posted by on 30 May, 2024 I have just picked my car up from main dealers and found the headlight cracked. have a photo that shows no damage before it went in but the garage denies responsibility. What do I do? [Read more →]( [How often should I change the automatic transmission fluid in my car?]( Posted by on 29 May, 2024 My BMW 328i has done 66,000 miles and as it’s now 10 years old I wonder whether I should arrange for the automatic gearbox to have an oil/filter change? [Read more →]( [Why is my car slow to start when cold?]( Posted by on 29 May, 2024 I have a 2014 Ford C-MAX 2.0 litre diesel (163HP) which is starting to show a reluctance to start instantly in the morning when cold (below 10 degrees ambient). The engine needs a few turns before firing up and can be rough for a couple of seconds before settling down. Starting when warm or even a couple of hours after stopping is not a problem. Is this pointing to a glow plug or engine management problem and how much might this cost to fix? [Read more →]( [Can you fail a driving test for using parking sensors?]( Posted by on 29 May, 2024 Earlier this month a friend failed his driving test because whilst attempting the parallel parking manoeuver, the audible parking sensors went off. The conclusion might be that you should be advised to turn parking sensors off (when fitted) while taking your driving test, which sounds unreasonable. [Read more →]( [When should I change the timing belt on my van?]( Posted by on 28 May, 2024 When should I change the timing belt on my 2016 Mercedes Citan van? [Read more →]( [Does the Ford Transit Custom have problems with dual mass flywheel?]( Posted by on 28 May, 2024 Does the Ford Transit Custom have problems with dual mass flywheel. If so at what mileage? [Read more →]( [What's the best runabout?]( Posted by on 28 May, 2024 What's the best value runabout for low mileage? [Read more →]( You received this email because you signed up to our mailing list. If you’re not interested in receiving our newsletter any more, you can: [Edit your subscription]( | [Unsubscribe]( Honestjohn.co.uk 5 New Street Square London United Kingdom EC4A 3TW