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bank charges
hi, just heard about these charges and need some more information about claiming my money back.What do you write in the first letter and can anyone claim money back even if you are overdrawn every month!.My bank don't even send me letters they just add it on at the end of the month on my statements.thanks:confused:
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INSURANCE PROBLEM: advice needed!
I'm off to Spain to 'house-sit' the property of some friends whilst they're away. My wife can't go with me because of her work commitments (lucky me, being retired). Our friends have asked me to use their car whilst they're gone, to save me the cost of hiring one. However. . . I no longer have UK car insurance in my own…
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Windscreen replacemant
Hi folks, I had to get quotes today for a replacement front windscreen for my car and was astonished at the price difference between companies. I got 4 identical quotes from local companies and the difference was unbelievable!!! the most expensive being £384.51:eek: , to the cheapest being £99.87:T How do companies get awa…
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Motorbike - Direct Access Course
I was wondering what people's opinion of the direct access course for motorbikes is. I wasn't thinking of doing it until I read that to get a bike restricted it would cost £240 for the kit and £80 for fitting. At these prices the Direct Access course suddenly looked more appealing. Any advice is appreciated.
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I need a car
After several happy years of happily living in Central London and so not needing a car, the arrival of our second child means that The Wife and I have to move out to the suburbs (Sevenoaks since you ask). I am looking for some advice as to what to buy. It'll be used for taking me to the station and also regular longer…
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Speed Cameras
Does anyone know what speed you have to be travelling at to be fined by speed cameras? ie, is it 10% over the limit? For example, in a 30mph zone, is the limit 33mph? So if you are travelling faster than that, it should catch you? Or in a 60mph zone, it will catch you if you are doing more than 66mph? I only ask because I…
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cheap van rental wanted
not sure if this is the right place, but i would like recommendations for cheap van rental for this sunday. anywhere to book online with discounts would be good.
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Renault Xtra Assistance
Just booked my car in for it's first MOT. I have a Clio and if I pay the full MOT of £44, my AA cover which is due to expire will carry on for a further 12 months. I only need it for 5 months but still a good offer.
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Best value car for £2500-£3000?
I need a reliable secondhand car and have £2500-£3000 cash to spend. I don't have a car to trade in and I don't want to take credit. I don't know anyone who is selling and so am thinking I'll use the car salesrooms locally. I have a friend who will drive me around. I mainly use the car for just myself and drive around 300…
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Car hire and CDW
Hi All,Whenever I go abroad and hire a car I’m always clobbered with CDW extras that seem logical when being ‘sold’ to me. Fortunately I’ve never needed to claim against them. Are there many companies that include CDW in their tariff and/or can I take out my own CDW independently prior to departure?
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secondhand cars
My son bought a secondhand car 2 weeks ago admittedley only £250 this morning the water pumps gone and so has the head gasket :mad: any come back onthe garage ? any rights ? or has he lost his money and car ? any advice would be great. Thanks a concerned mum !:confused:
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Ford Focus problem
I filled up yesterday with petrol and today I've noticed that my fuel guage is stuck on empty with the yellow light constantly on. Is there an easy way to fix this ? I have tried banging the top of the dashboard to see if it was stuck. It didn't work. I'm having an oil change at a Rapid Fit next week, will they be able to…
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Best way to dispose of an undrivable car?
I want to dispose of a P reg car that is currently off road and undrivable. The tax and MOT expired at the end of last month and although it is not on its last legs and only had a new clutch 12 months ago, it would need more work than I am prepared to invest in and so I have decided to dispose of it. I can't use it as a…
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Insurance for 6months?
I need to renew my car insurance soon, however I am considering going abroad in 4-6months. Is it possible to pay monthly(for a year's policy) and cancel as and when necessary, without incurring much costs or losing no-claims bonus etc?
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Got a speeding ticket, but my licence is still registered to my Parents address
Hi, I received a speeding ticket yesterday via the post for doing 80 on a 70mph motorway (a bit harsh, but as I was speeding I don't intend to contest it). However, I have not changed my paper licence address from my Parents to my current house. I realise potentially there is a fine etc attached to this (and I have tried…
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307 3rd service at Peugeot garage??
Could someone give me some advice please... My 307 Diesel is due its third service, the peugeot garage has told me it's gonna be £265. Does this seem a bit steep? Would I be better off going somewhere else?
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I Wanna Buy A Ford Focus 2nd Hand Help Pelase!!!!
Hi All, Hope this is the right forum for my question. I have recently passed my driving test (4th time lucky!) and am now looking at getting a car. I have decided on a Ford Focus, its the right size for me and 3 kiddies. I will be buying 2nd hand and had planned to go through a dealer but private prices seem SO MUCH…
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LPG car conversion
Anyone got any tips re converting my ford galaxy to LPG? Anyone know a good place to get it done near walthamstow? Lastly any tips on this or advice re pit falls or what to look out for??? Thanks
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Should I pay £400 to a main dealer to fix my Clio?
On Sunday I was driving home from visiting a friend when the driver's side electric window in my 52 reg Clio 1.2 16V Extreme started to misbehave... first of all it would wind up without me pressing the button, then, when I got home, the window would go down but not up! (not great as I have to leave my car on my street in…
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Garage required in Dundee
Recommendations please for cheap, reliable garage - good reputation (if there is such a thing!) Don't want teenage daughter to be ripped off! Also one that is open Saturday a.m.
