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Archives for April 2009

Is this CD player suitable?
Hi I posted another thread about how I would go about fitting a CD player. Now I am a little confused as to which CD player to buy. I am interested in this one http://www.alpine-electronics.co.uk/home/products/headunits/cd-headunits/cde-103bt/ but is this the whole unit or is it just the detachable front piece? :confused:
Selling car - buyer getting speeding ticket
I've got a buyer of my car coming up from Wales to Newcastle to collect the car tomorrow evening. I'm just wondering what would happen if the buyer was to get a speeding ticket in the car that I've just sold on his way back to Wales as it would still be in my name until DVLA receives the V5C back. I won't be able to post…
Lookers : Beware
Be careful if you are putting a deposit on a car http://www.dailymail.co.uk/money/article-1175419/Lookers-doubts-backing-banks.html
Speed camera/ANPR/Mobile locations
Hi, Is there a site which highlights ANPR and speed camera on motorway roads? Thanks
When is 1st MOT due?
I know that it is when a car is three years old, but I'm not sure if I have a problem. Car was new on 13th May but the tax disc runs out today, haven't had a reminder through the post (renewed on line last year), so I pulled out last year's paperwork. It says I need insurance and current MOT. Insurance no problem, it runs…
Aa repair cover
Has anyone used this service. Is it as good as it sounds.
Quickest way to scrap a car?
Just so I'm prepared for the eventuality of scrapping - what's the quickest way to get a car carted off and scrapped? I wouldn't expect any cash as I know scrap metal isn't worth much any more, but would prefer the collection to be free if possible. I'd probably try take a good few bits off before it goes though, and would…
Possible MOT Problem-how to find out if it exists?
Is it possible to find out if a car holds a current MOT without going down the obvious and perhaps problematic route of simply asking the DVLA? Family member has serious health issues which arose around the time the MOT on this car would have been due. This person can't remember if the car was MOT'd and they've mislaid the…
Chrysler to File for bankruptcy!
DETROIT/WASHINGTON (Reuters) 30 April 2009 - Chrysler LLC is expected to file for bankruptcy on Thursday (today) after talks to restructure its debt with lenders broke down, a U.S. government official said. Despite intense negotiations over the past few weeks, Chrysler failed to gain the full support from its lenders that…
Car rental payment processing delay
Hello, Wondering if somebody on here has had trouble with the processing of their payment for a car rental with a credit card. More specifically, it's been over 15 days the car has been rented from Hertz, and nothing has appeared on the matter on the statement for the credit card that was used to pay for the rental. Any…
Hybrid Cars and Government Money
Hi There are adverts about the govenment giving you money if you trade in an old car for a nice new green one. But has anyone looked at all the factors involved to be able to give advice on what is a 'good deal'? I'm not really sure what is better e.g. a hybrid car. So if anyone has some advice on the subject I would be…
partner not had car in his name as main driver
for 5 or 6 years as it was my car. as have been offered another car now thinking that he shoudl have 1 of the cars in his car and i have the other. how much do insurance companies charge in general if this happens? will it be a lot more? thanks in advance. Also i have a protected no claim and not made any claims is it best…
Car on finance question...
Hi there! We have a family car, it is a Vauxhall Zaffira which we bought 1.5 years ago and is on finance. We are 6 in the family hence the need for the bigger car. I am using the car to take me to work everyday and it really is such a waste of money but i can't afford to buy a second car. I am using this big car to travel…
21 year old Daughter buying new car need advice
Hi My daughter who's 21 has decided to buy a new car. She has found one she want that cost just under £6000. She has a trade in which is worth approx £1500. She tried to get a loan for £5000 (cheapest loan option)from Sainsburys but has just been turned down. I suspect it's because she lives with parentals and not a home…
Car Tax Help
Our car tax expires today - however we cant find the V5 documnet anywhere and the reminder sent from DVLA is in my friends house where i left it - friend has gone to Ireland till Saturday. Is there anything we can do ?? Can we ring DVLA and get the reference number off the reminder they sent ? Cant go to post office as i…
Large car pedals - disability probs
Hi, I have a Vauxhall Astra LS, T reg plate and due to chemo last year, causing nerve damage my feet and legs are numb. I have been looking for larger foot pedals as the factory fitted clutch & brake pedals are 2 and half inches square, the accelerator is 1 and half inches width by 3 or 4 inches high. Due to the clutch and…
aaroute planner with a difference
Hi everyone, I use the aa route planner an awful lot to get routes for work etc... What I'm after though instead of putting in a start point and end point then it working out the route is a route planner that I can enter the destination and start point so it shows a route but one that I can edit. For instance, If I was…
Free motor accident aftercare
WH Smith Privilege Club are offerring free motor accident aftercare. They offer* Recover your vehicle from the scene of the accident if it is undriveable If the accident wasn't your fault, we will also: [*]Repair your vehicle, [*]Replace your vehicle on a like-for-like basis, [*]Report your accident to your insurers,…
Anyone want 2 free tix to Manchester this Sat 02/05?
[alreday posted on UK Holidays... forum but thought i'd stick it here also] I have booked 2 non-refundable tickets to Manchester Pic this Saturday 2nd May returning Sunday 3rd May which I am not able to use. I've tried to blag a refund but the train company is having none of it, so I shall give them away to anyone who want…
Mini Cooper
I have a problem with a new Mini Cooper. dontbuyamini.co.uk They tell me it's common to this model. Has anybody else suffered the same fault?

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