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Season tickets - what's the point?
Here's something I assumed was true but isn't. Season tickets/travel cards are always cheaper if you use it 5 out of 7 days a week. Wrong! :wall: I feel so stupid because having purchased travelcards for my partner for the last 6 months, I did the calculations just now and found we were paying more than we had to. Example…
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cancelling a deposit cheque for used car?
I am considering buying a used Volkswagen car - been looking for a while and this seems like an excellent model - all checks fine so far. I would like to organise a vehicle inspection for final peace of mind. The dealer will not hold the car for me and I know it will sell fast, having been disappointed previously. The…
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Cheap Van Hire in Leeds/Bradford
Hi All Don't know if this is the correct section in the forum, sorry if I have got it wrong :o Just wondering if anyone had a recommendation for Van hire in or around Leeds/Bradford. We have completed on a house and have quite a few things to move over the weekend. Everywhere seems really expensive :( There must be…
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Combining train tickets......
Wonder if anyone can help - I have a season ticket from Station A to Station B. If I then buy an anytime return ticket from Station B to Station X - can I return from Station X direct to Station A even though it's not on the same line?
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Can I write my car off?
Hi, recently my car broke down and it is racking up expensive repair bills as the garage tries to get to the bottom of the problem - they basically dont have a clue whats wrong with it and why it wont start. They have now decided to send the cars computer device off to another garage who will hook it up and try and find…
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TomTom Start UK & Start2 UK
I'm thinking about getting a TomTom Sat Nav as I'm sick of the cheapo unbranded one I got from eBuyer a while ago. It keeps crashing/freezing up etc. Been looking around online and noticed that TomTom have "Start" and a "Start2" costing a few pounds more. What is the difference between these two entry level Sat Navs?
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Beware of being ripped off for car tyres
Hi everyone, Did a ring around this morning for prices for 2 premium tyres. Got quoted £220 by National Tyres. I went online and used tyre shopper,(sorry cant post links but google it and it will come up) where i got 2 of the same premium tyres at the same fitting centre for £128. I was able to book and pay online and…
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Are warranties worth buying?
Picking up the small van we have bought for son this evening. The garage have serviced it and changed cam belt and water pump. They are offering a 12 month warranty (4 star plan) with a company called VGS for £80. Now Ive tried to understand what this covers and it seems a lot but then it also excludes wear and tear and…
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New Brake pads & discs - Now Brakes feel unresponsive
Hi there Had my MOT & Service yesterday and had to get new pads & discs. When I collected the car I was expecting the brakes to feel mega responsive as they had been 'improved/fixed' but it was quite the opposite; I have to put a lot more force on the brake pedal to bring the car to a stop. I have just rang the garage and…
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Which Engine Oil is best for me?
Apologies if I'm asking a thick question. I'm a numpty when it comes to motors etc.. I drive a 2 litre 2003 Vauxhall Zafia Elegance DTI. For 9 months of the year, it starts like a dream - first time every time. During the winter it never starts first time. It's always 3rd/4th time -but it's never let me down (fingers…
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Potentially Money Saving/Safety Tip
Hi all, With the advent of the inclement weather we are all doubt going to experience soon, a little tip I've been using for years, and amazed people don't know about, anyway, here we go. You can buy several products from auto accessory shops for £5ish to do the same job. You will require: - Glass cleaner - Cloth - Shaving…
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Vectra 1.8ls 16v (w) engine electrics
Has anyone had this problem?. Engine electric warning light now coming on and staying on. Car still goes - so far. Book says to take it to dealer. Problem being the car is 10 yrs old and hoping to p/x . Had it checked at local garage who say their diagnostic machine found no fault but the one at the vauxhall dealer may.…
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Creaking Noise
Hi All, Two months ago I had my brake pads replaced. Since the day I got my brake pads replaced there's always a strange creaking noise coming from my car, for example if I reverse or am just driving in general, you hear the creaking noise. Is this expected when the brake pads are replaced???/
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Air con problem on new fiesta zetec 1.25
Hi i have just bought 60 plate fiesta zetec 1.25 and i am happy with it but every time i start the car the air con comes on automatically. Each time i have to remember to switch it off manually and it is starting to get really annoying. Has anyone else got a new fiesta with the same problem? Would love to hear from any one…
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Regassing Air-con.
Has anyone had a go at regassing the air-con on a '98 Focus 1.8 Zetec?.
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HELP! Car Insurance cancellation
Hi, My friend has moved into a new flat which is located in the grounds of a Holiday park. She rang her car insurance company (Hastings Direct) to change her address with them but they informed her that they would not insure her car while she was living there. They told her that she would need to cancel her policy and take…
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MOT Question
Hi all, hope you are well. My car was serviced in June and had no major issues. This was with a dealer who offered me a 2-year free MOT and service plan when I bought the car. It was just the service required as the MOT had another 5 months to go. For some unknown reason, they did an MOT as well and it failed. But, of…
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Megatrains
Hi, I have booked to go to London on 8th November returning 9th November through Megatrains for 3 of us (Wife,Daughter and Myself).Was just wondering if after you have a confirmed booking can you prebook your seats seperately ?? If we have to stand then so be it as the total cost was only £6.50 for 3 ! but if anyone knew…
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Service Items Priorities
My car is due a service but I really cannot afford the ~£150 or so that it would normally cost (tax and MOT also due this month). What items do you think should be a priority - I can afford to get the oil/filters changed etc but is there anything else that would be a high priority? The car was serviced back in March but…
