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Looking to buy a new Insignia. Is this a good offer?
I’m looking for a new car. Until last Saturday I’d only considered a second hand car because of the high depreciation in the first couple of years. However, I’ve come across an offer from Vauxhall which I’m very tempted by for a 2.0 Tdi 130bhp Insignia. Taking into account the time value of money from a 0% finance offer…
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Short term UK car rental
I've sold my car as I hardly used it, but am going away in a few weeks and ned a car for the weekend, probably Friday night till Sunday night. Anyone got any tips on the best (cheapest) way to do this?
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Used car playing up. Returnable?
Hi, recently bought a used Citreon C3 from a local used car dealer, with a 3 month warranty. After about 3 weeks the engine management light came on. It's been back to the guy 3 times now, about to be 4 as the light has returned again. The fault code points towards it being the accelarator pedal, which he has now replace,…
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accord keeps cutting out & no idle
Hi, can anyone help me regarding an idle issue that’s just happened on my Honda accord 1.8 Vtec 2002 this evening, it happened when i was driving to the petrol station when i noticed the car just cut out but i noticed the idle dropped right down to 0 i tried starting the car again it started back up again but only if you…
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Car service advise?
Hi all Due to the fact that I haven't worked for the last 4 years I have had to prioritize my spending and decided not to have my car serviced during this time (I know, I know....please don't shout at me!). Fortunately, I have just started a new job :j and one of the first things I want to do is have my car serviced. I've…
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Very low mileage cars
In my search for a new car I've come across two that have very low mileage. Both around 5k miles. One is a two year old petrol model and the other a three year old diesel. Wondering if either would be a good buy or should be avoided. Thanks
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New Windscreen
My Ford Fusion front heated windscreen only works on half of it. I am looking to replace the windscreen ready for winter. I have sent off for some quotes but has anyone had the same problem with a Ford and what have they done. Thanks
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Suggestions for new car please... below 110g/km CO2
Hi everyone, Looking for some suggestions for a new car later this or next year. must be 110g/kg CO2 or lower. Ideally i would have liked a hybrid 4x4 but havent seen any due to come out. Considered the Hyundai i30 and ford focus eco model. The bigger the car the better for me as not looking for a small hatchback really.…
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Anyone got advice on a high mileage vehicle?
I've been thinking about changing my car recently, due to it getting a old and having high miles on the clock. I've been told by alot of people that if the car is driven sensibly and serviced regularly that there shouldn't be any need for expensive repair bills anytime soon. I just dont want to get to the stage where i…
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730d anyone? 1 previous owner...
400,000 miles :D http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-730-D-SE-AUTO-400k-MILES-NOT-RECORDED-/120750227606?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item1c1d464096&clk_rvr_id=268152923836&afsrc=1
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Help!?!....Low emissions zone van HELL!
Hello, Thanks in advance for any help. I am self-employed and as from January 2011 will not be able to take my van within the M25 due to the low emissions zone!!! My van has 59,000 miles on it and is a 'V' reg 1999. It is in very good condition, has never let me down, perfect size for my work, has road tax and insurance…
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Which car...?
Hello, All good intelligent car readers..! With there being such a wide range of cars on the open market what better place to come to for advice than this website. I am looking for a car the ideal spec: - Fuel efficient Estate 12- 14 K Low milage Which cars would you reccomend are Hybrid worth considering...? Any feedback…
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Do I need to HPI check a pre-reg (3 week old) car?
I put down a deposit on a 10 day old pre-reg car, by the time I pick it up it will be 3 weeks old. Would I need to do an HPI check? I'm thinking not but thought it might be best to check with more knowledgable car people! Thanks
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URGENT HELP regarding diesel in my car
hi im hoping someone can help me. i travel from leicester to oakham every 2 weeks and just wondering if anyone can estimate how much it will cost by car in a 2.5 turbo diesel car. i travel 80 miles together as there and back 40 miles each way. would really help me if someone can answer this question dont think i have…
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Just failed MOT
And my local garage is closed til Monday. Could someone please give me an idea of what to expect? He charges 20 quid an hour for labour. Peugeot 206, 2001 reg Suspension: Anti Roll Bar - linkage defective, nearside front, offside front Suspension: Suspension Joint: defective, nearside front, outer Suspension: Wishbone -…
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First Car Advice
Hello, I past my test about 6 weeks ago. I'm looking to spend a max of 2.5k ideally nearer the 2k mark, so I'm looking at years of 2001-2003 1.1-1.3. The choices that seem to pop up alot for that price are Peugeot 206, KA and Renault Cio. I learnt in a Polo so I dont have any experience of any car, and I don't know anyone…
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Peugeot 307 1.4 hdi Hicups HELP
Hi All I'm from the amount of fed up owners posting online not alone with antipollution related problems with this car.Now £650 later and 5 trips to a main dealer am totally fed up. When we bought the car the hic up fault hardly happened but now it has a new fuel rail/filter and 5 dealer visits under its cam belt the…
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Reading to Heathrow---cheapest???
Anyone know how to get from reading Station to Heathrow airport cheaper? The train from Cornwall to Reading costs £13.50 Yet the train from Reading to Heathrow costs £15.40 or £17.00 by bus. Is there a local bus? I remember going from Uxbridge to Heathrow for £2 on a local bus... Seems crazy paying 6 x £15.40 to get to the…
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Car tax with no Log Book or reminder
I have only now just realised that my car tax is due to run out at the end of the month. I haven't received a reminder, which must have been sent to our old address. I can't find my log book either - I'm sure I sent it off when we moved, to get my address changed, but given that it was a year ago, I don't remember. I just…
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Speeding points question
My sister has been caught on a speed camera. She has had a letter saying she can accept points or pay £80 and attend a speed awareness course. Shes thinking of going on the course so she wont increase her insurance premium but I thought you had to declare if you had recieved a speeding conviction when you take out or renew…
