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Group Save Tickets??
Hi i was hoping if anyone could help me out as me and a few friends are planning to go to a theme park next week and was wondering if group saver type tickets could be bought on the day? We kind of have to buy tickets on the day since we're not completely sure which day we'll be going!! Thanks to anyone who kan help!
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Renault Megane 1.6 rattle
Hello, can anyone offer any advice on the following? Our '97 Megane has begun to rattle when started up. It then rattles occasionally, usually when we slow down or change gear, but only for the first few minutes of driving, then is fine. It sounds like it's coming from underneath so we thought it might be the exhaust but…
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Shock absorbers wear from age or mileage?
Just bought some Boge hydraulic oil twin tube shock absorbers off ebay and noticed the date of manufacture is 12 years ago :eek: (they were described as new old stock but didn't imagine they'd be quite that old). The damping action seems to have been restored by moving the piston up and down, and I assume the damping…
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Car key copying
I need a replacement key for a 2002 Citroen Picasso. Ideally I'd like a remote control key but if too expensive a normal key would do. I've already contacted the main dealer for a quote but they would charge over £100. There are a number of auto locksmith websites that claim to be cheaper than a main dealer - are these…
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Cancelling an order for a new car
Hi all, I think I may have made a boo-boo in purchasing a brand new car. I've got cold feet from it and I've already put down a £500 deposit. :o Can anyone advise whether I can pull out and get my money back? And if so, what's the best way of going about it? :confused:
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Bell Insurance
Hi everyone Can anyone give me feedback on Bell Insurance? I got banned 12 months ago and they have just offered me a really low quote of £650 for 10 months, or £750 for 12 months. This of course has no legal cover, cover car etc and a £250 compulsory excess with 0 voluntary. Its about £300 cheaper than anywhere else I…
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Small reliable car?
Looking to buy a small reliable run around for under £1000. Main priority is safety and very good mpg. Would prefer a diesel, anyone know of good options? I was thinking of a renault clio or pug but not sure. It is due to the cost of fuel for commuting, my old ladies will have to put up with a smaller vehichle and the 4x4…
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Trueing a Wheel?
I have an old 20" wheel with a coaster brake. The wheel is out of true, probably as spokes are loose in places. Would tightening them help true the wheel? Thanks.
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How long have I got before I need to replace tyres?
I drive a Renault Modus automatic car, which is just 3 years old. My car had its first MOT today (and passed) but I was told by the dealer that 3 of the tyres are down to 3mm tread depth and the rear left is down to 2mm, so all of them need to be replaced. They have quoted me £85 per tyre (total £340) but I've just spent…
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how can I find out if the garage has any diesel/petrol
I dont need to fill up just yet and dont want to panick buy either, I drive past a few garages on the way and back from work but there are a few which have ran out of petrol/diesel and I dont want to go to the cheapest and find out that they've ran out. TIA
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Baby seats for small cars
Hi, My first child is due in three months, and we have been given a nearly new Mothercare travel system. I know the warnings about secondhand car seats but we know its history. However I have just tried out the car seat in my Fiat Cinquecento and it doesn't fit - the seatbelt is too short by about 6 inches. So we are going…
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Brake Light Out
Yesterday I noticed one of my brake lights was out. Today I bought a new bulb, fitted it and everything was fine. An hour later I noticed the light was again not working - however this time the bulb hadn't blown and I can only assume that there is a fault with the connector (I established this my swapping the left/right…
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What was this beautiful car?
Got overtaken today by the most beautiful car I have ever seen. From the front looks like the kind of car that posh people have for weddings but is squashed into a sports car shape. The back window was split into two like beetle wings. Any ideas?
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Car scrapped without consent
Hi Guys I'm after some advise regarding my car. It was in an accident and written off by the Insurance company as a cat 3 write off (bodywork damage). I receieved a letter from my insurance company stating the amount they were paying out, excess etc... It also stated that I had 14 days to contact them about getting the car…
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Martin's 10 ways to save fuel advice
This was in today's Sun newspaper by Martin: 1 - Only use your car if it's necessary. If the destination is close by, walk or bike it. 2 - Keep your car well maintained. A poorly tuned engine can up fuel consumption by a massive 50 per cent. 3 - Plan your journey. According to the RAC, British drivers waste the equivalent…
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Company Car Basics Help Please
Hi all, I am starting a new role at work in July where I will have a company car. Am I correct in thinking that unless I have an increase in my basic salary, I am effectively going to be worse off as I will have to pay tax on the car. I understand the benefits of not having to pay car maintenance, insurance etc. but use my…
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Adding an extra seat to my Honda CRV?
Can i leagally add an extra seat in the rear of my honda? I have found a site in the US that sell them but not sure if it would cost loads to ship across?:confused: Any body have any ideas? TIA Claire
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electrical diagram
Does anybody have of no of where i can view a elctrical diagram for a peugeot 306 (L reg) which is 94 i think thanks in adavance for any sugestions.
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Save money on AA membership renewal
I have been a continuous AA member for 12 years and have only called out the AA twice during that time for a breakdown. I recently received my membership renewal notice in the post from AA only to find that the "roadside" part of the membership was £50 and the "relay" was now £47, making a total of £97. I noticed on the…
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Save money on AA membership renewal
I have been a continuous AA member for 12 years and have only called out the AA twice during that time for a breakdown. I recently received my membership renewal notice in the post from AA only to find that the "roadside" part of the membership was £50 and the "relay" was now £47, making a total of £97. I noticed on the…
