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Discounts for MOT's- Know of any?
I've got to get my old banger MOT' ed. I found a 15% off voucher for Kwik Fit at the Auto Trader website but after getting excited found out it is valid till 30th April 2007! Very annoying. :mad: Anyone know of any VALID discounts for an MOT's out there on the Internet 'cos at the moment the MOT costs more money than the…
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Braking with the gears what ridiculous practice
Reading this article on Eco driving http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/magazine/7530652.stm The gent admits ""For as long as I have driven, I've used the gears to slow down. But with eco-driving, the idea is to lift off the gas in a higher gear, and allow the car to lose momentum." Can anyone who drops down from 6th to 5th to 4th…
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Car Tax
From the D Telegraph last weekend. IF you have a car that the tax will go up on next April, and your current tax is due for renewal at the end of AUGUST or SEPTEMBER 2008 (at the latest) Then only tax it for 6 months and then for another year when that runs out. It will only delay the hike, but will save you money if you…
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CrossCountry trains promo - 10% off railcard fares !!!
http://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/Sale/Default.aspx?PromoCode=RAILCARD book before 31/8/08, 2 singles seem to be way to go: EDI - Newcastle & return ( 22/24 August ) 2 singles = £13.50 round trip ! Dundee - Edinburgh & return ( 22/23 August ) 2 singles = £6.25 round trip ! ( Have a rummage about - some great deals for…
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My friends car had no MOT
Up until yesterday it was 15 days late and she asked me what happens when you don't have one..? i have no idea tbh and thought id'e ask on here..the post r.e the garage ringing the persons mum just reminded me!! Thanks
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Tools and Parts - Specials and on offer
Hi all, seen this and ordered it. Inclusive of VAT and includes postage, around £5 cheaper than anywhere else. Took around 2 weeks to arrive. For £19.95, you can't go wrong, and they're good quality too. http://www.carmechanicsmag.co.uk/lockjaw-special-offer.php Good luck folks. Please post anymore tools and parts that are…
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Panel damage repair
My NQD wife unfortunately reversed our car (2003 Volvo S80) into a wall. Here's the damage (click to enlarge): Damage is to driver's side just above the wheel arch. Any thoughts on the best way of effecting a repair? Or should I just leave it? It doesn't bother me too much, but don't want to leave it if it will rust. This…
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Wierd car noise!
Hi all, Currently outside my house is a car making the wierdest noise ever. It is a constant squeaky buzzing noise, high pitched and really loud!! Could it be a car alarm but with a flat battery? Or something else? All suggestions, and what I should do about it, welcome! Thank you!
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Car Finace
Hi there, I have 3 children and another on the way and will need a 7 seater like a zafira or something. I have a r reg renault scenic which is mechanically sound but the body work is scratched loads so i was gonna trade it in as i dont think i'd get much for it with the bodywork like it is. i have no cash to play with but…
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LAMBETH residents parking permits
why is it that some boroughs leave residents be and just chareg them a minimal fee for their residents permits and debt ridden labour controlled Lambeth council seem to spend their entire days hunting donw decent tax-payers and nailing them for an extra few quid. so on earth can taxing you £200-£300 for a parking permit…
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Commuting - reducing costs
hi, Due to circumstanced beyond my control I am having to commute from Darwen to Preston for work. I normally live here in Preston but my contract on my house has finished and my LL wants me out... In the past I have got the bus to Blackburn (£3.00 return) and then the train (£5.60 return). I only earn minimum wage, I work…
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Fuel economy - Can an estate really be this much worse?
Hello, I was just wondering if anyone could advise as to whether this is normal or whether there may be something wrong with my car. I drive 11 miles to work and on this journey, when I had a Passat saloon 1.9TDI Sport 130, I was getting 47 mpg according to the computer. I have also had a Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDI 130 and was…
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Car damaged by my son - insurance query
Hi My son (11) was in a friends car, and upon opening the door bumped the wheel arch of the adjacent car (he wasn't used to the weight of the door). An unfortunate accident, for which he was very sorry and upset about. My friend has said they will claim on their car insurance to fix the damage to the other vehicle and the…
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Accident assistance needed
Hello, Please does anyone have any advice regarding an "fail to stop" incident I was involved in. I would be really grateful for any assistance anyone maybe able to give. On the 20.05.08, I was parked and sat in my car when a Renault van came past, removed my driver's side wing mirror and drove off. I noted the…
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Botched paint job - 7 years ago
It's quite apparent from some angles/shades of light that the paint on my car door isn't consistent with the rest of the car. I couldn't tell when I bought the car. A HPI check didn't show up any previous accidents. I didn't check the Service History printout (3 pages) as all the stamps were in the service book and…
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Car garages
I have heard there is a website that rates garages, does anybody Know what it is?
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Tips on choosing a car??
I have decided it's time I finally got a car! I want to buy something second hand..... but want something reasonably priced, that has reasonable (in comparison to others) fuel costs, does not have a reputation for expensive parts, and is not excessively expensive to service and maintain..... so basically, a good quality…
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Bite Card for Rail users (FREE)
20 per cent off Food + Drink at Railway Stations across the Country http://www.bitecard.co.uk/
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Cars' value?
Hi, I want to sell my Volvo 850.Is it possible to find a genuine valuation online? Many thanks Carmen x
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Bought a jaguar am i getting old
Bought a x type jaguar diesel 2 weeks ago, I have been to south of france and back and it has been superb,only thing is every other one i have seen seems to be driven by gentlemen of advancing years, ok i am not young at 38 but i think i am getting old before my time,(ps if any one has a cheap pipe and slippers i might be…
