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Second car options
A little help. I run the main family car. 307 diesel which does 15-18k a year. My hubby may be getting a job soon in the next county so could start doing the same mileage. I dont facy the running (ie fuel) costs of another car that big and as mine is the main run about I just need a car that can get the most mileage for…
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Claiming tax back
When do i process an application for a refund of my tax disc, after the vehicle has been signed over to someone else? Only ask as have never done this before, in that my car is being collected by the finance company as i voluntarily ended the agreement. So i am assuming that when they come and collect the vehicle they need…
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ford focus dashboard
it appears i may need a new dashboard for my ford focus zetec, any ideas on costs so i don't get ripped off! Many Thanks.
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full service vs interim service
hiya my cars due for a mot & full service can someone tell me the difference between a full service and interim it had an interim service last year its a vectra w plate with 68k, ta for any help
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Need a second car - any ideas?
We need a second car mainly for hubby for work which is a round trip of 80 miles 4 times a week. We have two kids so would preferably need something 4 door. But want something cheap to tax, insure, repair and maintain. However the most important thing is reliability, oh has to leave the house at around 5.30am and we need a…
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Chevrolet matiz
:confused: Does anyone know if it's a bad sign if the inside of the front windowscreen freezes overnight. Got up this last 2 days, started clearing the outside & then discovered it was on the inside as well. Car is only 16 months old. No apparent leaks & windows & doors all closed overnight. Thanks
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Scrappage Scheme and 0% finance
Hi moneysavers, My car is on it's last legs. It will cost more to repair the clutch I think than the car is worth. I've always owned old bangers and my wife and I are reluctant to waste another £500 on another, which will only cost us more in ongoing repairs. Sadly we're paying off debt and so we have no savings -…
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Updating a driving license. Help Please.
:confused: Ok, I should have done it some time ago. I moved here just over 4 years ago. I honestly didn't realise it was seen as so important. I have never had to produce it in the 33 years I have held it ! Anyway, tried to do it on line today, only changing address. But have a problem re ID. Sod's Law, my 10 year UK…
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scraping the windscreen (ice)
Why do people stand there with a scraper scraping the ice away all you need to do is buy de-icer and spray it on. Its much quicker and easier! No need to scrape.
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Complaining about Car Garages
Hi all, Is there any official way to complain about Car Garages and the work carried out on your vehicle. I've had Kwik Fit charge me £400+ for work on my engine last Oct, and it broken down again with the same problem. I'm pretty sure they'll have a look at it again as their "parts" are meant to be under warranty for 12…
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UPDATE:- Auction Prices Jeep Grand Cherokee 57 Plate
Does anyone know the prices ex-lease Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd CRD 57 plate 20k miles are going through the auctions at? My lease expires on 29 January and I want to explore my options. My previous experience is that they price they offer the leasor to buy these cars is usually quite high but some decent pricing info before…
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50p Return Bus Fares Across the UK on Megabus
Just spotted this on HUKD: megabus has released a number of FREE seats for travel between popular UK cities in February and March. ........the following fares are available for just 50p, return (which covers the online booking fee). London to/from Cardiff London to/from Sheffield London to/from Birmingham Manchester…
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Taking manual test after passing in an automatic.
Hi, I passed my driving test nearly ten years ago in an automatic car and have driven one ever since, well mainly sensodrive via Citroens... I began lessons in a manual car at 17, but tore the cartlidge in my left knee and on the good ole NHS it took 3 yrs for the operation. During this wait the need to get driving and my…
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buying a mini copper s what to look for
we have always leased cars before but i am going to buy a car now soley for myself as one of our lease cars is going back in a 2 months i know exactly what i want to buy - a mini cooper s with the body kit and chilli pack on it and i want to buy privately not from a garage i have up to 10k to spend if its the perfect car…
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Jump Starting Another Car,Is It Safe To?
or do I run the risk of damaging the battery or any other part of my vehicles (a 08 Vectra) electrical system. Thanks in advance. Tony
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3 car seats in back of x5???
Hi, was wondering if anyone can help Im pregnant with our 3rd, so we will have a 4 year old, a 2 year old and a newborn which means 3 car seats in the back. I drive an x3 at the minute but 3 isnt gong to fit. Dont suppose anyone knows if 3 car seats will fit in back of bmw x5 or a mercedes ml? I know a lot of people say…
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The Ultimate Survival Set
Ok imaginations are allowed to run wild here. Assuming you have an unlimited boot capacity and assuming that you would drive your vehicle in every type of environment possible (except outer space)........I want you to help me compile a list of items to keep in the car. Also describe if its not obvious why you would carry…
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Anti freeze leak
Hi, I've topped up antifreeze for my Car (Mondeo ) about 2 weeks ago, but when I had look at it this morning its dropped below the minimum level gauge. I remember fixing a leak in the antifeeze system about 2years ago but that was done at the Ford service centre. But I was thinking of taking my car to the Nationwide purely…
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Car trade-in?
Hi My mother has packed in driving at the age of 80 and given me her 7 year old Rover 25 car for my wife to learn to drive in. The car has low mileage, 19k, is generally sound mechanically and runs well. My concern, though, is the Rover has shockingly bad safety features with no ABS, airbags and also has manual windows, no…
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Seat Altea XL or Nissan Qashqai
Hi Looking to purchase a new car following the arrival of our first baby. My short list is either a SEAT Altea XL SE 1.9tdi or Nissan Qashqai 1.6 petrol Accenta (possibly 1.5dci). Any views on which one to go for? Cheers.
