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Why it so exepnsive?
The last year I purchased my car insurance from LV and paid £313, the previous year it was £332 from LV again. My current car insurance is going to an end and I just done a new quote via confused.com and it came with £438!!! as the cheapest... I haven't had any accidents and just dont understand why the price went up…
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RAC v AA vehicle inspection - experiences of both please
HI Im in the market to purchase a new car (BMW 6 series) but would like an independant check first. Not sure which one to use, so would appreciate some feedback please. Im a member of RAC if that helps? Also, what type of guarantees do they give you on the inspections that they do? Thanks
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Beware of the 'RAC CON'
I have been a loyal RAC customer for 9 years on a family membership and 3 years on my own happily paying for and very occasionally using their breakdown attendance cover. All was well until today when my wife, who has been with Green Flag via Tesco for a couple of years, got her renewal in the post. First thing I noticed…
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Tyres - help
My car needs two new tyres, it must know I'm considering selling it in a few months. The guy at Kwikfit said its an unusual size and I think he might be right. The cheapest I can find fitted is on Ctyres and they're Kumhos (the brand currently on) for £45 each. Eek. Does anyone know any cheaper places either online, mobile…
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New Passat 2.0Tdi Blumotion
Just to commend the latest B7 Passat. After 2600 mixed miles computer tells me I am averaging 62.4 mpg. Given how infrequently I have had to fill 'her' up that seems accurate. Amazing for a 140 bhp 2.0 Tdi. And before you ask no hanging around.
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Most Expensive Car Insurance Quote
When using a well known comparison website to get a TPF&T quote, I scrolled down out of curiosity to see what the most expensive quote would be. (The cheapest was around £650ish, which is way more than last year already.:mad:) A fair few companies wouldn't quote, having only a year's NCB and less than 2 years driving…
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Lexus CT200h
Has anyone bought the new Lexus CT200h? Does it offer anything above the Toyota Prius / Auris? Opinions plse. I'm planning to take a test drive soon, having been amazed at the fuel economy. The Golf TDi Bluemotion was my alternative choice, but it feels like a lot of money for a car with such a basic interior. I'm happy to…
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How long does it take to VT?
Hi All, Quick question for those of you with experience of VT. How long did it take from the point of sending the letter? Sent in the template letter from here recorded del last Tuesday, still not signed for by Friday so I emailed a copy. Today I have received an email from them saying "You will receive a quote in the post…
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Lidl and Aldi screenwash
I went to Lidl then Aldi to get screen wash. Both had none, they only sell it in winter I was told. Good job my car windscreen won't get dirty then because it is summertime.
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Help Fiesta Horn not working.
Hello all, Can anyone advise me the horn on my Fiesta 53 has stopped working, Hubby has checked the fuses and no joy, Any Idea's Please.:mad:
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Beyond Salvation.
How do they do it , it is a straight road.. Perhaps he was practising handbrake turns
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luxury Car hire
Hello, Looking to hire a sporty car for a day for my 25th birthday! Just wondering if any one knows of any cheap deals or sites. i live near manchester. Ive found a Audi TTS for £145 a day, just seeing if there is anything else. Many thanks Stephen
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Great 'Tips on buying a second hand car' Hunt
MSE Insert: We now have a guide 20+ Tips for buying a used car which may help tiy. Back to the original post... Great 'Tips on buying a second hand car' Hunt Buying a second hand car comes with its fair share of risks, so we want some MoneySavers' tips on making sure you don't get ripped off and where the best places to…
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Radio Code buttons
Hi There Does anybody know the correct buttons to push AFTER inserting the code onto the screen. This is a Radio Cassette unit installed in a VW Passat. The button arrangement is as follows:- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ........................................................Right hand side of the…
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trouble selling car
Hi im having bother trying to sell my car. Its a Jeep Cherokee 2.5TD,1996. 90,000 miles. Its in great condition and runs like a sweetie. The only reason were selling is that im heavily pregnant and im struggling to get in and out it all the time. im buying my mum and dads car and were due to recieve it this week so looking…
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driving in rush hour, am a bit 'frazzled' now !
I have always been able to avoid the rush hour until today when I thought I had plenty of time to get to my destination by setting off early, turns out was not early enough and traffic was mad. As a fairly inexperienced driver I was quite scared and relieved to get home safe and sound. I can understand why the powers that…
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Is there any burden of proof on the police?
My husband was stopped last week by an officer who insisted my husband was not wearing his seatbelt in his works van. My husband insists he was and I have to say in all the years I've known him I have NEVER known him not to wear one. I work in a company which deals with accident claims and often talk about my work so he…
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Car insurance renewal - can this be right?!
Just got my insurance renewal notice through from Aviva. £540 for a 10 year old 1.6 Audi A3. Started at £400 when I bought the car 3 years ago and gradually creeped up. I'm a 30 year old male with 9 years no claims and have held a completely clean license (touch wood!) for around 12 years. Aren't premiums supposed to go…
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Having bother selling my car ...
:( This is turning out to be harder than I thought. I've got it on AutoTrader (£43 per month - had it on twice), eBay, listed it countless times and all my local supermarkets.... I've also taken it round ALL the garages in my local area but all have told me that they would only be able to give me £1000-1500 less than what…
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Calling Londonders for travel advice......Marathon!!
Hello On the 16th April I will be in preparing for the London Marathon by travelling to Hornchurch to stay with family. I have to go to Excel to register on the 16th and get to the start of the Marathon on the 17th. My family...husband, brother, sister and four children ( 8,7,6 and 4) will be coming in a little later and…
