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Any magic words to speed up an insurance claim???
I'm currently involved in an insurance claim (as the 3rd party, not at fault) but its tkaing ages to sort out. Currently at 7 weeks since the incident date. The insurance company say they still haven't heard back from the insured party to confirm details of the incident. I phone about once a week to chase up the claim as I…
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mondeo 2.0 tdci advice please!!
Hi there! Does anyone know much about this model? We need a new car and have decided to opt for a deisel. I have been told that this is a great model I have £5000max to spend. From what I can make out this model was released around 04. I have seen this car for sale (privately) for £4800 62,000 on the clock which I am told…
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Car Service
Hello all, I bought a Fiat Punto a year ago from Evans Halshaw and the time has come for my annual service. They quoted me £248!:eek: Does anyone know where I could get a cheaper option that doesn't invalidate my warranty? Many thanks
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About to buy a new car - noticed specs incorrect on price list.....what would you do?
I've been checking out the Citroen C4 Picasso for the last couple of weeks and visited a local Citroen showroom to look closer at it. I really like it and took a test drive today and have decided to buy one. I have haggled hard with the salesman and got the price reduced to £13065 from the list price of £16755. I was given…
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cheapest temporary car insurance
I bought a new car last week and stupidly cancelled the insurance on my old car even though I haven't sold it yet (but I am pregnant so I put it down to hormonal brain-mush). Budget (my car insurer) is going to listen to the tapes from the call I made on Friday cancelling the policy (cos I actually only rang up to see…
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crashed my car...cant quite believe it. Any mechanics about??
hi there never posted on this board before cant quite believe this happened today. Basically i was reversing and clipped the front drivers side of my car. The bumper at that side has dropped down slightly (but i think can be fixed back on) and the casing for the indicator light has come off but is still in one piece. The…
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I need a Torque Wrench, recommend me one guys
I want to do more home servicing but I lack a torque wrench, every tool I own is from Halfords Professional range. Is it worth just buying their torque wrench at £49 or is there a better one available for the money? Thanks Keith Mods - I know technically should go in I wanna, but I want it to be seen by people like Conor,…
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Has anyone used UK Car Broker .co.uk?
Hi, Has anyone used www.ukcarbroker.co.uk before? I found them from the new car buying guide and they have offered me an excellent price on a Renault clio. Cheers
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Should i pay for a service??
Help anyone!! I bought an 06 plate from Peugeot and it had a service stamp in the book (not dated) when i bought it. Should i of expected the car to have had a full service? Basically i bought the car 01 November 2007. "3 months ago say". They say i now have to service the car? Whats all that about? I paid £6,400 for the…
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Please help - selling a car
Please, please help. I have advertised my car on the Autotrader (for £5000), I have had an email from an interested party and he is really interested in buying the car. He does not want to view it as he said he is hapyy with the photos he has seen and he has asked what is the best price I cn give him. I have said I would…
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Ford remote reprogramming
The battery in my Mk.2 Mondeo's Ford 3-button radio remote control keyfob ran out and has been replaced. Therefore, the keyfob evidently needs to be re-programmed back into the car's security system. I've found the instructions online. I've turned the ignition on and off four times in three seconds, which puts the security…
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Help get rid of those middle lane morons on the motorway (petition)
http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/m-wayeducation/ As usual the Government will give a reply rejecting the petition, or saying they already have a wonderful education system etc... But hey, if you hate those morons it's worth a minute of your time signing it and adding to the numbers.
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Anyone used ChipsAway?
Any comments on their service and an idea of the cost? Thanks
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Part Exchanging a Car on finance
Ive had my car on finance from a car supermarket for 1 month, but the fuel consumption is ridiculous, and they said theres "nothing wrong with it", which translates into "we wont fix it"... and I notice that Renault are doing a deal on Clio's... so my question is, is there a way of part exchanging my car, which is on…
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battery terminal broken
the negitive terminal on my car battery has broken off and now wont screw tight, is there anything available which will hold the terminal in place. i cant imagine im the first to do this:rolleyes: the car is a xantia, with the round headed type
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Cheap car parking near Stansted airport?
I need to leave my car for 6 days at Stanstead airport around Easter time, so please let me know if you are aware of any cheaper but safe car park in and around Stansted airport.
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Mercedes CLK - value of mileage?
Can anyone comment on how much an extra 25k miles (85k vs 60k) should take from the value of an 02 CLK320? Is it worth an extra £1000 for the lower mileage motor? They are roughly comparable in specs but the lower mileage car has a few minor extras. Thanks
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Need a courier. Any ideas...?
Got a parcel to collect in Nottingham and deliver to Cheshire - can anyone recommend a decent courier...? It weighs about 40kg... Or if any MSE are in Notts and fancy a day out in Cheshire I'll slip you a few quid lol.
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help - cancelled ferry crossing, want refund
I have cancelled my fully paid booking for a ferry crossing and requested that the refund be paid back on to my credit card. The Compamy has refused and will only issue me with a travel voucher. They claim that as I clicked the 'terms and conditions' button I've accepted this. I had to click this button or I couldn't…
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Dvla Demanding £80 Penalty Help!
Hi MM Viewers! I need some quick help and advice regarding a DVLA matter now that seems to be engulfing my entire life, I sold my old car back in September 2007, I sent of the relevant documents to them to tell them I am no longer the owner of the vehicle, next thing I know they are writing to me to tell me I haven’t…
