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Cant continue with car payments! HELP!
I used to have a good job which paid me £500 per month on top of my wages to pay for a car, so I got one that costs £500 a month. 2 months ago I lost my job due to recession and can no longer afford to pay the car. My finance agreement means that I can hand the car back in about a year or so but I don't think I can keep…
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Are petrol prices monitored?
I know there's been lots of stuff on the website about the cost of petrol. This isn't another rant about the price of petrol. This is a genuine question as to whether there is any 'body' as such that monitors the cost of petrol on our forecourts. I know many factors influence the price we pay but is there any system in…
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Dried in tar
:mad:Any ideas on how to remove dried in tar from the side of my car and window? Its on small dots but pretty annoying as its a fairly new car!
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Car road Tax Increase
The road tax on my car runs out on the 31st March and is going up £20 a year. Two people have told me however that if I pay for it before the 1st April I will get it for the current price, is this info right :think:
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used Van prices
Hi, sorry If I appear to be a bit thick, but here goes - I want to buy a used van (transit connect size) to use privately to cart around my dogs. Am I right in saysing that the prices listed for vans does not include VAT and that I am liable to pay it since the van will be for private use? :j
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GAP insurance help needed
I purchased a new car today and they reccommended I take GAP insurance out. This is the insurance that bridges the gap between the pirce you get from you insurance company and the full cost you are pating for the car. I am a little confused about whether this is nesseccary or if they are just trying to sell me more stuff…
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Bought Toyota 2 days before 5 yr warranty / 3yr free servicing offer
A bit put out that Toyota from this weekend are offering 3 yrs free servicing or a 5 yr warranty on their new cars because I paid for and got a new Verso on Thursday and there was no mention of this at all, think I`ll be able to do anything about it ?
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Crafty DVLA
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buying at auction BCA nottingham Query
Hi we bought our last car and our last van at bca blackbushe the car we bought 2 years ago for 3900 it's now worth 3500 private with another 30,000 on the clock so is up for sale so we can go back to get a grand scenic or Laguna sports tourer, we are looking at £5000 spend on this can someone in the know give me a rough…
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A 2000 V reg with high mileage, steer clear or good deal?
Hi, I am looking for a cheap runner, just for the usual shopping, take little one to school and run arounds. The problem is that for work reasons I am leaving the UK in August, so don't want to get anything expensive as I will only use it for 5 months ish. I found this 2000, V reg, Fiesta 1.25 Zetec for £795 at a dealer,…
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Which Oil & Tyre pressure Ford Focus 2000
Hi all I'm off on a long journey tomorrow and want to make sure the car is safely topped up. Please can anyone advise which oil I need and the tyre pressure the car will have 3 adults in and 2 suitcases. Many thanks
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How Scrappage Affected Sales + Post Scrappage Deals
Wish I could do a table anyway I have lifted this from today's Telegraph Motoring Section:- Hyundai Scrappage sales 38,870 Sales from scrappage 70pc Overall sales '08–'09 +102pc What now? "Trade & Upgrade" - scrappage-style discounts (£2,000+) on cars 7-10 years old Ford Scrappage sales 36,446 Sales from scrappage 16.6pc…
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Lost Vauxhall key
Hi, I stupidly dropped my keys down a drain and they are not recoverable.:( I am currently using my spare key to get around but don't feel comfortable having just one key. I have called the local Vauxhall garage and they quoted £180!! :eek: Is there any way of doing this without going through a dealership as that is a LOT…
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What size of van?
My partner has won a 10'x8' shed on EBAY to be used to house all her rabbits. The question i want to ask is what size van do i need to hire to pick it up bearing in mind i assume the biggest panel will be the floor which is in one piece. I have my Class 2 (Cat C) driving license if needed. The shed will need dismantling,…
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tax disc to pay or not
Hello I am hoping someone has a good idea and can help me to deside.:o I had an accident (not in my car) and not driving my car. the Car tax is to expired end of March so not sure if is best to declare SORN and pay the tax in 2 months time when I am fit to drive again or pay the TAX now and save on the increase from April…
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Pulled over for this?
Hello didn't know where to post this so thought I would ask here. My license plate light is broken and I don't have time to get it fixed at the moment, is it illegal to drive without it?
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If I buy a car from a dealers should I pay by credit card?
Obviously I would pay the balance off immediately but do credit cards offer any extra protection in this circumstance? TIA
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When will we know if rail strike is going ahead?
Barely a mention today, so working on the basis that it is still happening. But this causes huge inconvenience as people won't know whether to try to get a refund for pre-booked tickets, and/or whether to book a journey that avoids the strike dates. How late can they legally leave it if they decide not to strike after all?…
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Transfer from National Rail to London Overground at Clapham Junction?
Going to London tomorrow to head to Earls Court for the Ideal Home Show. We have tickets booked to Victoria as they are extra cheap. In past years, we have got off at Clapham Junction and taken the train to West Brompton. This is cheaper as well. What I need to know is are there Oystercard pads on platform level at Clapham…
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EAC Fail - Ford Fiesta 2003
I have had this message come up on the dashboard where the clock is, all the lights on the dash go out and then flashes up EAC Fail. I have recently had a new alternator and since this has been done the battery light has stayed on even though the battery is fully charged and running okay. Did anyone by any chance have the…
