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Archives for May 2008

Car Stereo Unlocking
Hi Can anyone help with a code to unlock my volvo V40 radio? It's a CR-902 model Serial: VO1140 V7081616A thanx Andy
Car tax disc not arrived 1 June approaching!
Help! It is 20 mins to midnight and I just came to my mums to get the tax disc hoping it had arrived and nothing! What does this mean? Can I still drive my car? I bought the disc online 2 weeks ago and so surprised it is still not here. The DVLA are closed until Monday so not sure where I stand. Can I just stick the…
What gear to use for economy?
For best fuel economy what's the best gear to use when driving a 1200cc car at 30mph? (4th or 5th?)
public transport..cambridge to pershore worcestershire?
any ideas on this on folks need to get from home which is midway between stansted /cambridge so either of those , to pershore worcestershire any ideas on the easiest /best value way to go
Ford Ka- any good?
(The deal for the Clio fell through, by the way..............) I've seen a Ford Ka- y reg, 25k miles, green, body coloured bumpers, CD, PAS etc, up for £2300. How does that sound, and is there anything I should be looking for an a Ka? Thank you.
Diesel failed MOT on black smoke test- Help!!
Hi My Y reg Citroen synergie diesel failed its MOT because when the guy (at the council mot center) revved it to the red line tons of black smoke came out of the exhaust. :( It was off his scale. He suggested putting fuel conditioner in and running the car fast for 20 miles or so. We've done this and it's still smoking…
Price Increase on New Car
Does anyone know the rules around the dealer increasing the price of a car after you've agreed a price? I've just been looking at the old paperwork (2006) for a brand new VW Golf OH bought from a dealer. The price agreed was around £21000 and I've just noticed that the paperwork OH signed about 2 months later for finance…
Looking to buy a used car-tips?
Is there a section on buying a used car on here? Probably one thats a couple of years old.
Finding cheapest petrol in your area
Just saw this on hotukdeal...such a good idea, you type in your postcode & it tells you prices of petrol station in your area. http://www.petrolprices.com/
Exhaust price comparisons anywhere?
Anyone know any sites which compare prices for replacement exhaust systems?
Using own car for work.
Hi Everyone First of all I must say what a fantastic website, such as good read. Ok.. I'm currently using a company Pool Car to travel from my home address to my place of work. I've been asked by the managers to cost up how much it would actually cost to start using my own car to travel to work. From my home address to…
Kwik Fit guarantee
Kwik Fit want to charge £75 to re-do the front brake pads on a small car. That seems a bit steep, but they do say that for as long as I own the car, they'll replace them whenever they run out. That sounds like a great deal, its an automatic, so the brakes don't last so long with city driving. I know this company can be a…
Scooters?
Would you consider switching to a scooter if petrol prices go much higher? They were very popular in the 60s.
Lost power in Vauhall Astra 1.6 sxi 2002
Hi all, My Vauxhall Astra 1.6 sxi lost power on the way to work today and the mechanical light came on. It still runs but has no power and when I change gear it sort of drops back and the engine sounds a bit more rattly. It feels really sluggish and has no power to accelerate. Please can any one in the know or who has had…
Fuel Cards?
With the rising fuel costs situation at the moment, I have been looking at getting a fuel card. They appear to have many benefits but obviously the main one being a set price across the country on fuel when you purchase fuel from the network. http://www.cscgroup.org.uk look to have a good one that can be used at Somerfield…
HELP!!! Car tax runs out today, I can't find insurance certificate!
Hi all, My reminder came through on Wed 28th stating I need to renew tax, though to do it online, I need to give 5 working days notice. So I take the option of going to the post office.. Turns out, I can't find my insurance certificate..... (I know I was stupid for asuming I'd find it today) I could obviously spend a few…
Free Train Tickets for Exeter Residents
A promotion for people from Exeter is currently on the FGW Website offering a free return ticket from either Exeter St Davids or Exeter Central to several destinations in Devon and Cornwall (link below.) http://www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk/ExeterPromotion2008.aspx :D Terms and Conditions * All requests for tickets need to…
Who's fault is this?
Hi everyone. This may be a long post so please bear with me. I need to ask experienced drivers for their opinion on this (or anyone else). Basically I've been driving for nearly 2 years now & I'm very careful, no accidents, always check mirrors etc. Anyway yesterday I was turning down my entry but found it blocked by a…
Car Theft - Cost of Repair??
Hello. Some**** has taken it upon themselves to steal the satnav from my car. I don't usually leave it in there but having just used it I had forgotten to remove it from the glovebox after I got home. Nothing was on show but they took the punt. Anyway, I'd just about come to terms with having no satnav (it wasn't an…
No idea which used car to buy - advice pls!
Hi everyone, I need to replace my current car as it has a few problems and I'm sick of it! I considered buying a new car, but have come to my senses and realised it's silly to take out a finance deal as I currently have some uncertainties about my job (although I think it's unlikely I'll actually end up unemployed). I only…

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