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Bought car that nearly killed me
Hi there - sorry about the slightly melodramatic thread title but i've had an experience with a bought car that has really shaken me up - hence why I am posting this at 4 in the morning... I can't sleep! I am hoping you clever people can advise me on what course of action to take. Thanks in advance if you can! Here's my…
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Clutch pedal feels slightly stiff
Hey guys I've noticed over the past week or so when I let the clutch pedal up, I hear something like a cable rubbing against something. This evening the clutch pedal seemed a little stiff when going down... the rubbing sound is still there when it comes up. I pressed the pedal a few times just now and there's definitely a…
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Yellow line puzzle
During the afternoon of Bank Holiday Monday I parked for less than two hours on double yellow lines. On the adjacent pavement was a sign with a blue background reading: "Mon-Sat 7am-7pm Waiting limited to 2 hours Return prohibited within 2 hours". (The wall in the background is part of Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral) I…
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Company car contribution
I have a company car but to get a better model I contribute £50 on top of the allowance. I signed an agreement that in the event that I resign I have to repay the full contribution outstanding i.e 3 years @ £50 a month would be £1800. Someone mentioned that although I have signed this agreement it has no legal standing,…
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Advanced Motorist
Just saved over £40 on my breakdown recovery renewal quote after becoming a member of the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists). Will try insurance in a couple of months and see what that comes up with.
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Red Route Fine
Please see the pictures below and tell me if you can see anyway I can wriggle out of it.... http://www.hayesrugby.com/fine/ I parked up for 1 minute to exchange money (on what I found to be red lines) with an off duty police officer. I pulled up behind and in front of parked cars (in bays) as you can see. The purpose of…
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BCA auction view
I need to sell my Mazda MX5 and am wondering what kind of money i;d get for it in an auction. Is it possible for anyone to do a search to see if any similar have been sold recently. many thanks in advance.... Andy car is.... August 2001, Y reg, (new shape), 1.8i, fsh, 53k, one owner, fsh, alloys, CD and factory supplied…
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BCA Auction View
Would be grateful if any kind soul's who have access could do a search for me to see how often Smart cars come up for auction across their sites? Just for reference: MAKE: Smart Model Any Derivative Engine size Petrol or deisel Gears = manual, automatic or tiptronic/semiauto Registration years most interested in How much…
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BCA Auction - an anyone do a search for me?
Hi Looking at going to the autions - BCA Blackbushe and wonded if anyone could do me a search on auction view as dont have a promotional code. MAKE - Vauxhall Model- Zafira Derivative Engine size 1 .9 Petrol or deisel - diesel Gears = manual, automatic or tiptronic/semiauto Registration years most interested in - 2007-2008…
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Windscreen - Cricket ball
Hi Mrs GG's car has been hit by a cricket ball as she passed a local school. The teacher in charge refused to give her his name and claimed it was an act of God :rotfl: Insurance-wise, there is an excess of £75. I do not see why we should claim off her insurance - never mind the excess. Anybody had a similar problem? How…
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Problems with a Car Dealer - HELP
Hi, I purchased a car 2 months ago from a Dealer advertising on eBay. I negotiated a good price on the car, and when he would not budge any more on the price, I asked if he would include an extended warranty (he was already offering 1 month). He agreed to 3 months on the Engine and Gearbox. I got this in writing on a…
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Access to a Parkers used car guide?
Hi, Does anybody have access to a Parkers used car guide that they could have a look for me? My car has just been written off and i'm waiting to hear how much they are going to offer me. Its a 03 Renault Megane Cabriolet Fidji 1.6 16v. I don't know if colour makes a difference but its gun metal grey which flickers purple.…
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European break down cover
I will be touring Europe on my motorcycle this June. At the moment I don't have any breakdown cover :eek: I've tried looking around, but its a bit of a lottery as to who cover motorcycles who doesn't etc.. I'm looking for a package that will cover me for 1 month and who just send a local firm out rescue me, I'm happy to…
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Timing Belt
Hi, just had my 2002 Punto repaired at Arnold Clark. They wrote on the invoice the timing belt should be changed either at 5 years or 72000 miles. The car is now 5 1/2 years old and done 48000 miles. I only do approx 8000 miles p.a. as it is really just for getting to and from work. I have had the car since new and i am…
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Audi A6 2.5 TDi - Fuel Filter Replacement
I’m planning to switch to biodiesel quite soon and am aware that it’s advisable to change your fuel filter shortly afterwards (apparently the biodiesel is a good cleaner and after the first thankful the filter can be a bit full). Anyhow, I’ve bought the replacement filter and it looks super simple to change (a couple of…
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Bill of sale
Just bought a newish Ka, from an independant dealer, and never bothered with a bill of sale - does it matter? I got all the other paperwork I needed, service book, mot cert, HPI check etc....... Cheers
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7-Seater Hire in Lanarkshire
HI All, I have the inlaws coming over from Germany next week, and as we have two babies, we'll be too many for our VX Astra. So I wondered whether anyone could recommend anywhere in Lanarkshire we could hire a 7-seater for a week? Many thanks Andy
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Gave my log book to the buyer
Just sold my car pvtly and like a donkey gave the whole log book to the seller without doing what I should have done with it. What shall I do now !!
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very sensitive alarm on BMW
Hi We have a BMW, the alarm on it is VERY sensitive and keeps going off. We understand that it can be adjusted, is it something that can be done by ourselves, or can it go to a local garge or does it have to be a BMW dealer only? If its a garage job what is the cost likely to be? Thanks Caris
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Any Car Dealers on here
Hi, Any nice car dealers out there. I'm looking for a good small relaible diesel in the next week or so, . Any advise on what is a good bet and even better do you have any ??? have upto £4k to spend, and want as low miles as possible, not worried about colour,etc but want Air Con and reliability. Cheers
