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Archives for January 2010

Help!! rail travel
Hi, I dont know if i am posting in the right forum or i am right in doing this. I need to get to Bridlington from Stoke-On-Trent on the 10th Feburary and i need to be there for 11.00am and return on the same day, leaving Bridlington about 17.30. The thing is i thought rail travel would be cheaper, i usually drive up and a…
Peugeot 206cc Fan Fault
Hi, wondering if any of you can help with this; we have a 52 plate peugeot 206cc and recently it started to overheat. done the usual checks with water levels etc, and found that the fan isnt cutting in. i dont think its cutting in even when the air-con is on. all fuses have been checked and are ok, so im left to check…
cdr500 decode
hello im stressing out here any help greatly appreciated ive just won a cdr500 on ebay there are 2 codes on the radio none of wich are the right 1 is there any1 on here that can help me decode it ?? the serial number is gm150010359805 ..type cdr500(e) delco number 09119908...thanx regards willy
Should I wait to buy a Toyota Celica?
I've taken a fancy for the celica for a year now, but couldn't afford a good one. Now I can, but would rather keep the savings for the remainder of my uni life (2 years at the end of this one). I'm gutted that they've stopped producing the celica, and as years go by, their condition are likely to deteriorate and good buys…
How long should my tyre last?
I just had to buy a new tyre as the old one split right across from inside to out, I used the same garage as last time and have just noticed when filing the invoice that I only had the tyre changed last year at the end of April, my wife mainly drives the car but it only does about 8000 miles a year so it seems a bit…
Ripped off by the aa
I had to call the AA to rescue me last weekend and as I wasn't a member I ended up paying £142.50. The guy came and all he did was remove a snapped alternator belt and charge my battery so I could get home. I got the paperwork through yesterday from the AA and it seems my level of membership is very basic, ROADSIDE As far…
What would YOU do.....? (mechanic taking the mick)
Ok so my car wouldnt start Took it to a specialist garage who said they will diagnose the problem with the diagnostics (£40) and tell me what they have found. They done the diagnostics but then went behind my back and done a manual strip down of the electrics (£60 per hour, not sure how long they spent on it as they wont…
MOT Failure- I m lost!! pls help anyone..
Hi there, My car is a Mazda 323 P reg car 1996 1.5, bought it 1 year ago passed the MOT after paying £300 in repairs. This year it has failed the test again and it requires another £200 to get things in place. Not sure about my options here. I cannot afford another car, neither can I afford £200 on a car that has 20…
Car Auction Bargains
Hi, I'm considering buying a new car and am considering going to my local auction. I'm looking for a focus/golf, or similar hatchback and was wondering if anyone has had any success or horror stories? Thanks
How to remove a car battery with clamps?
Ok I've been avoiding using our second car to save money on petrol and hopefully get rid of it eventually. However in doing so the battery seems to have flattened. I've brought a charger for it but I need to remove the battery however I can't seem to get it removed because of the clamps holding it in. I've removed the bolt…
Best way to buy a car
Hi I've just taken a new job that means I will need to commute approx 25k miles per year. I'm considering buying a new car and would like some advice on the most economic way of doing so eg buy a banger and run it into the ground (car must be reliable), purchase new vs lease hire etc etc. Deisel vs petrol. My current car…
Used car warranties
Does anyone know if the MSE team has produced a guide to the best value used car warranties? Mine is about to come out of the dealer warranty, but firms like Warranty Direct seem to want mortgage money. Any ideas or suggestions?
HELP - Citreon Hydraulic Failure
Hi, I wonder if anyone can help with a Problem i have with my Citreon C5. I drove to work yesterday morning (A trip of about 45 miles) and when i got there i noticed the car was sitting very low. I thought nothing of it and went into work. When i came back it seemsed like it was sitting rather low but again i just ignored…
Light bulb kits at Aldi from Sunday 31/01/10
Just a heads up for all us motorists on here. Aldi are selling their bulb kits for £3.99 each in H1, H4 and H7 fitments. The bulb kits have TWO headlight bulbs and other assorted bulbs: http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/offers/2827_12841.htm The headlight bulb kits in Halfords range from £9.99 to £19.99 for a single headlight…
How much do you spend per year on car servicing/repairs?
Just curious. How much do you spend per year (approx) on maintaining your car (i.e. servicing/repairs/replacement of parts etc). Thanks.
cat d - insurance issues
bought my mini d from private seller .. at the time they produced a hpi.. though that was when they bought it.. bought the car and all fine done 10 k on it -great we put it for sale as buying house soon and many people on ebay but none was willing to come and have a loook . Someone came and left me a small deposit 150 quid…
Car insurance 'Payment in lieu' ??!?!!?
Hi there, we're new to this site and have a question... 2 weeks ago, our car was side swiped by a van driving too fast in the snow, he lost his back end, which swiped the indicator light and mirror off, and dented the door/front wing. The insurance company originally said they were writing the car off as was going to cost…
Worn Leather Car Seats
Hi all. I have leather seats in my car and they are quite worn in parts. Does anybody know of any cheap and effective methods to restore them please? Professionally it will cost over £200 and did not want to spend that much. Thanks in advance
The police need reigning in with this sort of thing
http://www.metro.co.uk/news/810723-driver-gobsmacked-at-60-fine-for-blowing-nose-at-wheel Also people being booked for eating an apple/sweets, the country has gone to the dogs. I haven't heard of a ticket yet for smoking but I'm sure it will happen one day. They'll do you for opening your window next.
Part Exchange Question
Hi quick question, went to car dealers the other day to purchase a new car, my car is on finance and settlement was £3870 so the dealer agreed on £3900 for my car and put this on the forms. Rang the finance company today to just recheck settlement figure and now owe £3680 due to jan payment being taken. Would the dealer…

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