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Archives for April 2010

Garage has sold/scrapped vehicle
I wonder if anyone could tell me where we stand on this. Before xmas my husband took his van for an mot, it failed the mot on a minor part, the garage owner advised my husband to park the van up at the garage, take off the part and go and get the new part. Which turned out to be really hard to find - the van couldnt be…
Bought a car from a used car sales garage and within 25 miles it has blown up
right we bought a car from a garage today at about 16.30 - hubby went to drive to work and...... 15 miles from home has broken down on the motorway - black smoke and the engine has stopped. what rights do we have for a refund or anything? on the drive home there was no problems - the sale guy said that they had had it on…
DVLA clamping - where do I stand legally?
Hi guys, Just joined the forum because a situation has come about. Basically I just got home a short while ago to find that DVLA had clamped my car today at midday. I want to know if I can contest it at all (see following information on situation) and whether I can possibly claim something against them (if i'm successful)…
ford focus power outlet?
hi can anyone help? I have a 2006 ford focus lx and my front power outlet is not working. the manual says there is also one in the boot. I have looked and looked and cant see it anywhere. does anyone know if there is one, and if so where it is. we have a long car journey tomorrow and I could really do with my sons portable…
Bike brake so expensive
The pistons on my hayes stroker ryde brake have seized and the bike shop is unable to repair. A replacment caliper (not inc the brake handle,disc, mount) is £55. I wouldn't mind paying that but I don't trust this make anymore as I've had a lot problems with the pistons sticking. I have been looking at alternatives and the…
Taking Over Some One Else's Car Payments
Does anyone know if there is a company out there where you agree to take over someone else's car payments every month without the actual finance for the car appearing on your own credit file? Obviously if you don't pay then you will be in breach of contract and lose the car. I have a clean credit file and need a new car…
Anyone added cruise control to a new corsa?
I've just bought a new (to me) Corsa D and have read on a few other forums about adding cruise control and was just wondering if anyone on here has done it? I've had a quick look on mine and think everything is in place so will hopefully be geting a stalk and then someone in W Yorks to tech2 if for me.
'Modification' will it affect insurance premiums
In short, a youngster I know needs a new exhaust for his scooter. The price for a standard one is £170+vat (+ fitting if he can't do it) He's been quoted a lot less for a sports exhaust. (about £60 less I think it was) I've said to be careful as the insurance co might want more money, but wondered where he stood. He's…
Renault Laguna I
Yes, I know, it'll not be the most reliable car in the world, but HOW bad are they? Can find them for less than £500 with long (10++ month) MOT. Assuming it's had a cambelt reasonably recently, what else that's a common fault with them would stop me getting at least those 10+ months out of it?
Coolant leak on my 2001 petrol 1.6 Renault Megane
My car has started leaking engine coolant from somewhere - if I leave the car standing, I can see after a couple of hours a little puddle to the right (driver side) of centre under the car. There doesn't appear to be any oil leak (the puddle is slightly coolant-coloured and doesn't have the oil rainbow sheen to it). I know…
NGP Parking Appeal Failed What next?
Hello All, Let me give you some background. 2 months ago my grandfather in Law was visiting us. He is badly disabled and holds a disabled parking permit badge. As our car parking space was being dug up and re-laid due to subsidence problems we had to park further away. Fortunately there was a disabled parking space quite…
Renault Megane Sport
I am thinking of getting one of these, no older than a seven year old one. Has anyone had one and what are their strengths/weaknesses. Thanks
Bought used car this week, needs sunroof sealed up!
I bought a used Rover 25 from a dealership on tuesday, wednesday morning there was water leaking in from the roof and there is a sunroof. Car has 1 month warranty from dealer. I phoned about the leak and also a rubbing noise coming from the front. Was due to take it up yesterday at teatime, but yesterday during the day was…
Looking for cheaper to run cars?
I have been looking for a cheap to run car and have found this website which lists cars in tax bands.:j.. thought I'd put it on here for you all to see just incase you are having the same problem as I was having.:A.. Sorry if it's been on before, but it helped me find which car I wanted! YEY! www . roadtaxprices . co . uk
The Great Escape - London Midland Trains
The Great Escape is back – and it’s bigger and better than ever before with 100,000 tickets up for grabs! Simply travel after the morning rush between 29 May and 6 June to go anywhere on London Midland trains for just £10 – or treat yourself to first class for just £20. Visit as many or as few places as you like – the…
Mini one diesel 2003 - price?
Is £5400 a good price for a mini one diesel 2003? They seem so expensive but love them! Anyone got one and can tell me average mpg?
STOLEN!!! Please help!
Hi Guys, I desperately need advice! My car was stolen (an old landrover defender 1994) and the insurance are trying to rip me off. They have picked an insulting figure out of the hat and told me if I wanted it upped I would have to investigate myself. so I did....... I emailed various websites to them and also a few ebay…
Ford radio code
Hi does anyone have a code for a ford transit connect serial number M011624 please. Battery went flat and now wants a code. Thanks in advance for any help.
European TomTom with avoid toll roads function?
Can anyone recommend the cheapest European TomTom which includes the function to avoid toll roads? The TomTom site gives this info for some models, but the TomTom Start UK RoI & EU isn't on their site - the cheapest model I can find for EU.
Falsely accused of speeding. Taking me to court. Advice needed.
Hi guys, Will try to explain this as best as possible. 3 months ago I was on the motorway at night and got stopped. I did nothing wrong and was left to continue my journey. Now a week ago I get a letter to attend court for a blatant made up motoring offence. In the witness statement he claims that I was speeding and that…

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