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long train commute cut costs?
Im going to be commuting via train for the next few months. Milton keynes to Birmingham, every week day, in peak time for work. Im in FT employment (not self employed) man in New street ticket booth says its will cost me £350 per month for a season ticket. Any ideas if there is a way to reduce this cost? discounts/tax…
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Paranormal or electrical fault?
I've got a weird problem with my car in that the windscreen wipers intermittently turn themselves on and nothing I do can make them turn off, they just stop on their own accord again when they feel like it :confused: But today was even freakier than ever because they started going before I'd even opened the car door or put…
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The AA renewal. Save Money.
I recieved My renewal in the post. Had a bit of time on my hand. check price on internet and the difference was £52. I phoned them up and told them i wanted that price and they changed it. Always check before renewing. Dont assume you are getting best deal.:money:
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Kwik Fit or Ford main dealer for my full service?
Hi, I have a 02 reg 1.6LX Ford Focus(petrol) car and its going to need a full service in or around Feb/March. I was wondering if I should get it done at my local Ford Dealer for £245 or my local Kwik Fit can do the full service for £139. Is there a major difference between both the services that they offer? Who should I…
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Mexico or Cuba in October
Hi there, my boyfriend and I would like to go on a 10day holiday to Mexico or Cuba in October. Our budget is £2000 tops. We are not the types for an all-inclusive resort holiday and rather do a trip off the beaten track. All I can find online are package holidays. Any ideas where I could have a look?
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How bright are halogen bulbs?
If I fit a 15w halogen bulb to my motorbike, would it be any brighter than my current 18w non halogen bulb? Thanks.
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Help - Need Cheap to Run Car for Central London
Hi All, Thanks in advance for any help you may be able to offer. I currently have a Z3 which I am selling and looking to replace with a very functional car for Central London. I am looking to spend ideally about £3k but will go up to £5k if need be. I live and drive outside of the congestion zone (as it is at the moment)…
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Young persons car insurance (Help)
Update Note: There is now a full Cheapest Young Persons Car Insurance guide Hi I am about to be thrust into the world of trying to find my 17 year old son car insurance! whats the best way to go about it, buy a car and insure just him, or insure me with him as the named driver, also can I use my no claims on both…
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£150 for new car key fob - but 80p for Battery!
Hi All This is a consumer question. I went to a local key cutting firm specialising in car keys. I needed a new battery for my vauxhall omega 1996 model key fob. The key fob is separate from the key and is used to open / close the central locking and turn on / off the alarm at the same time. I was told that you couldn't…
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Selling a Private Number Plate
Hi, Does anyone have experience of selling a private reg? I got one as a present but have no plans to buy a vehicle anytime soon. It is currently on a Certificate Of Entitlement. National numbers are the purchaser and I am the nominee. I have someone who is interested in buying it. Do I have to apply to have the nominee…
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Does anyone give discount for 2 insurance policies?
Both my car and my wifes are due for insurance renewal in february. Do any companies give discount for 2 policies. I was going to get quotes from Confused.com and insuresupermarket etc for both seperately then see if anyone would beat the total for both quotes.
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Fiat Stilo - Timing Belt replacement ?
All help welcomed. I've a 5/6 yo Stilo, I phoned to book a service with the main dealer and they said it's recommended to have the timing belt changed at this age. If it isn't done it could snap and damage the valves. This means v little to me, but they said it'll cost around £300 for this alone inc 2.5 hours labour @…
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Reverse Parking - moneysaving? even for me?
I have read somewhere recently that reversing into a parking space, and then driving away forwards, is “better” for your car because you are reversing when the engine is warm and pulling away forwards when the engine is cold. How much better? Is this just an engine-wear thing, or does it actually save fuel (and therefore…
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Daily commute from Bedford to Slough. Journey time?
Hi Everyone, I asked this question in a similar thread on the employment board, but didn't want to hijack there and thought I may get a few more responses here... Basically I am due to start my first non temp job since uni soon, near Slough, and I will initially commute from where I live near Bedford. I was wondering if…
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Company car versus personal car
Hi all, Wondering if someone can help me out. I am currently considering moving jobs and the new job involves a lot further trip to work, but comes with a company car. If I don't take the new job, i'll need a new car soon anyway so trying to work out the monetary differences: If I buy a car by myself aprox £8k over 5…
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Deposit return
My son has put a 250.00 deposit on a used car at a garage a few days ago he did not get the deal he was expecting so he has asked for his money back. The garage has refused to give him his money back can anyone tell me where he stands with the refund please
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Kia Picanto - thumping noises!! help plz
My 22 month old Kia Picanto automatic (around 9000 miles on the clock) has started making odd thumping noises from the rear left when I put the brakes on. It's most noticeable when I first start the car, then seems to wear off after a while. I spoke to a dealer in Surrey (apparently my closest service centre from London!!)…
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AA Subscription
I had my renewal letter through from the AA yesterday. Joint membership, relay and roadside assistance = £120 ! Thought it looked a bit pricey so went onto the AA website to check, only to find that the same cover was £96 there - A case of brand new customers only perhaps ? Anyway, gave them a ring:money: this morning and…
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Motor Accident - Some Advice If Anyone Can??
Hi there a few days ago i was involved in a car accident (where my car was completely wrote off) I was parked (and will admit) i was half on Double Yellow Lines. On the road i was parked on there are Cars parked on the left and none on the right. Thing is this is a Major Road where i live and there is enough room to get a…
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LPG conversion
I now have to drive about 60 miles round trip a day to work, which is obviously costing a fortune in petrol. I have a large car Rover 820 and really like the car, comfy and reliable. Its quite old P reg but only done 70,000 miles and had full service history up to about 18 months ago. I am now considering LPG, as far as I…
