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Trouble starting a P reg Vauxhall Combo van **updated - plugs replaced, still probs**
Hi, My husband has recently got a Vauxhall Combo van diesel (1996). We were aware when we got it that it needed a starter motor, which it has now had. Still had a few problems starting and thought maybe the battery was a bit naff so have put a new battery on it aswell. He is still having real problems starting it in the…
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What to do re selling old car?
My old W reg Daewoo Matiz has been on its last legs for a while, and recently has started getting more difficult to start first time, especially on cold mornings. I finally decided that it was getting to the point that the repairs would soon start costing more than the car's value, so decided to invest in a new car. Had a…
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Process of selling car for scrap?
I got my tax disc renewal form from the DVLA, but am thinking of selling my car for scrap. I am wondering if I sell the car around the end of the month, but the DVLA have not received the log book to say the car is sold at that time, will they still go through the process of sending an automatic fine for non-renewal of…
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Personalised Car Mats..
Hello! Wondering if anyone can help me? Im wanting some personalised car mats for my friend for xmas.. Ive found some on ebay for about £21 but i think thats just for one mat and im wanting the name embroided on all the mats. I think the ebay one costs an extra £5 per mat to have it done :confused: Anyway can anyone help…
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Vauxhall Car Key Battery
Hi peeps :hello: The battery in my Vauxhall car key requires replacing, I had it changed at the dealership previously which I’m sure cost me a fortune :mad: :mad: anyone know how much it costs at the dealership nowadays, also, do I have to use a dealership or can anyone suggest an alterative solution? Thanks ;)
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Car servicing in Essex
This may be a longshot but can anyone recommend where I can get a VW Passat serviced in South Essex preferably competitively priced and professionally carried out without having to go through a cowboy outfit? Thanks in advance
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Hire Purchase credit agreement - mileage mistake - please help!
I have been today to sign the finance agreement for my new car at a dealership. My boyfriend did all the negotiations and got me a deal I was happy with. We stated as part of it we wanted a quote to include that fact I would do 14,000 miles a year. I was then asked to return a few days later (after they got the…
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Help with RAC - Where do i go from here?
Basically RAC took my yearly membership payment off on the wrong date and i accrued £93 of charges back in July 2008. i was originally ensured a refund of my bank charges if i provided copy of said charges and details of the matter. needless to say im still waiting :mad: . Anyways heres a copy of my original letter : I…
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Phoning RAC/AA when broken down
Can anyone tell me if ringing any of the breakdown organisations on your mobile when you're broken down is free. I know the numbers are 0800 numbers but are they in fact free ?
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Rejecting a brand new car... Someone please help!
Ok, I'll try to tell the story very quickly, as I'm just too angry to write too much at the moment. It's going to be very to the point, and I'm hoping someone can help!!! Ok, here we go. My car is a Vauxhall Astra VXR. The cost of the car was over £15,000. I live in Swindon. I bought it from Stockport. It's a 58 plate,…
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Manchester to Southampton Return Ticket Available 21st Nov
Hi all, I have a ticket for the above, going this Friday coming back Sunday to anyone who would be able to pay for special delivery postage and a small donation! The outbound journey is via London. I hope I have posted in the correct plce, I had a look around and this seemed the right one, apologies if not. You need to use…
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Why is the price difference between Diesel and unleaded getting bigger?
I am sure that we all remember the days when Diesel was actually cheaper than unleaded but that seems to be long gone and we have all sort of accepted that. What is going on though with the price difference getting bigger and bigger? Before the prices started getting cut the gap was 10p, although it had been lower for…
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Can i make a complaint about my driving instructor?
Hi all. Looking for opinions if possible please. I have been learning drive since august 2008. I have had 20 lessons so far which would of been 22 if he had not of messed things up. Two weeks ago i was meant to have a lesson, and i had on my card 2pm yet he says it was 1pm. He says he knocked on my house, i would not know…
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Fiesta MOT
Hi Just wondering if anyone can shed some light on this for me please! I have a 1996 Ford Fiesta 1.8 diesel which failed its MOT today. I was told it needs brake pipes replacing and that the front brakes are dragging. What does dragging mean and do I need complete new brakes? The bloke was very vague. Also would this have…
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Mis-sold warranty
A mate of mine bought an Audi over a year ago and was sold what he believed to be an extension of the manufacturer's warranty. A couple of months ago the car "broke" and he discovered that the warranty didn't cover the repair because it was the dealership's own plan. The repair bill amounted to £1500! He complained to the…
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MOT - Emissions advice please
Hello all My 1994 Fiesta failed its MOT last week for the third year in a row on emissions. I took it to a new garage this time (recommended by a friend), and it failed, only on emissions. The mechanic thought it was possibly the cat converter but I pointed out that this was replaced a year ago (I had already shown him its…
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Changing the buld in the clock-Citroen Synergie
Hi The clock has stopped working in my Y reg Citroen Synergie. It's housed in a unit above the windscreen and my local (non-Citroen) garage said they can't work out how to get the plastic unit housing off to replace the bulb. Other than taking it to a dealer, does anyone have any ideas. The manual doesn't help with this.…
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Price for a BMW 5?
I'm looking for a BMW 525d for a friend, and was wondering what the rough selling prices are right now. Few details... Wants Approved Used BMW (so main dealer) Reg around June 07 (so first of the facelift models) Wants leather and auto box. Asking prices seem to be £19-20k with around 15-25k miles on the clock. No trade…
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£6k Family Car
Looking to change my car for a 2nd hand family car and looking for your views/advice on the choices I have narrowed it down to. I want it to be about 3 years old, a diesel, I would like a leather interior and wouldn’t mind Sat Nav. Basicaly I like the bells & whistles! So my list so far is: Saab 9-3 1.9TiD saloon Vector…
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What would you do?
About a month ago someone drove into the back of my car whilst I was stopped at traffic lights. We both got out, he was VERY apologetic, admitted liability, we swapped details, he apologised some more then we got on our way. I went to work that day, all fine. Got home that night, neck really hurt but thought it might have…
