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Appalling Radio Fitting Service At Halfords
I recently bought 2 items from Halfords over the internet; the products purchased were a Pioneer DEH1300MPCDMP3PLAYER Cat No 257407.I also paid for a professional fitting service Cat No 804559. Anyway I went in to their Stockport Store and paid in full on Friday 3oth September. My fitting was scheduled for the following…
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Help for HP
Hi all, I hope you can help! My car is dying and I need a new(er) one. The issue is I'm on debt management and so can't work out how to get HP or where from!
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Changing taxation class from disabled to PLG - responsibility?
So, briefly - my dad passed away, we had the car signed over to my mum who will need it sold as it's too big for her, both dimensions & engine size. My dad was listed as disabled as is my mum, so when the ownership passed, this wasn't a problem. The chances of the new owner being registered disabled are not impossible, but…
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Old car is dead, need a replacement car and help please
Hi all! My old banger died on me on the way to work few days ago and I now require a car, nothing brand new but something decent which will last me a good 3-5 years. However, I have no money to go and buy a car outright, so I have been looking at monthly payments, finance and all that. I have contacted a company called…
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Fuel Saving Tips
These tips were presented in London by Quentin Willson (from Top Gear) Shell for World Fuel Save Day: * Drive Smoothly * Keep your windows closed * Take off your roof rack * Keep the engine well tuned (replace clogged air filters) * Use correct Oil * Use higher gears when driving * Avoid high speeds (to avoid wind…
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Ford Focus problems
Hi all, my Focus 2002 2.0 litre is playing up. The engine light has come on on the dashboard. I have tried the dashboard trick, and it shows a DTC of 9318, which I've found is 'battery voltage low'. I've checked the battery and it's fine, I've even had a battery health check at the garage just to be sure. I've plugged a…
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main driver insurance
My H passed his test in march and we've been sharing a car since then. Insured in my name with him as named driver. We're considering getting a 2nd car for me, but I'd still need to be insured on the 1st car. He would then be the main driver and obviously the insurance is sky high! Comparison sites quoting around £1200…
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Public transport - Peak fares
Are peak fares an outdated concept? These days people work all sorts of shifts, every day of the week. Is there still a requirement to charge more for public transport tickets purchased for travelling before 0930am weekdays? I'm just curious about peoples opinions on this...
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Split ball joint
If I could get any advice on this it would be great... I know next to nothing about cars. Got my MOT done 3 weeks ago, to pass it needed 3 new tyres and new gaitors on the front two wheels. There was also an advisory note that I've only paid attention to now, "nearside front suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint".…
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Tips when buying a used van Private or Trade?
Hi, All new to this hence the need for advice. We are in the fortunate position of being able to set up a business in cash as don't want any loans or debts hanging over our heads if everything went wrong in this economy. We are looking for a used van (like a Citroen Berlingo/ Vauxhall Combo type) for no more than £3,000,…
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Non-UK license holder summoned by court for a mobile phone offence
Dear all, I am an EU national with a (non-UK) EU driving license who has been residing in the UK for the last 2.5 years. I was stopped by police because I was talking on mobile phone while driving. He checked my driving licence and said that I can't drive with EU driving licence more that 1 year here in UK. I wasn't 100%…
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nissan micra ignition problem
hope someone could advise i have a nissan micra 2003 reg (automatic), it has a keyless ignition, recently when i try to release the steering lock and turn the ignition knob it will sometimes not release and take serveral attempts to get the steering lock off, sometimes the only way is to use the emergency key on the sensor…
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squeaky car
Hi all! Finally got my money through after my accident and have purchased a new car. I picked it up last week from Evans Halshaw and its perfect, all apart from the fact i have noticed that it squeaks when i turn my wheel. It sounds like a metally sound (like squeaky breaks) but doesnt appear when i apply the breaks, it…
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Tyre Help
Hi All, I've found a very slight gauge out of one of my tyres. Basically a small lump of rubber came away from the side. Is this likely to need replacing? I noticed this when checking my tyres as I have a service next week and want to avoid paying extortionate prices if they need doing. I'm also concerned that whats on my…
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Green flag 0/10. Vehicle Rescue Network Ltd 10/10
Hi just like to let all mse users, who are renewing their breakdown cover. I discovered a new name on the block! (new for me anyway). Vehicle Rescue Network Ltd. Its worth a look. The reviews look ok too. Firstly I recieved my renewal quote from Green Flag. £131. Last year it was £65. I complained to customer service, who…
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Van Insurance
Hi, Just after a little advice. Which are the best sites for van insurance comparisons? or does anyone know which companies are reasonable? Thankyou Lucy
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How often to turn a car engine over?
Hello, How often should you turn a car engine over and for how long? Sometimes I don't go anywhere for a week. Go once a few miles, then repeat. Problems with this? Citroen saxo 1.0 03 Thanks
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How much did you spend on your car
I'm always amazed by the amount of flash cars I see and wonder simply how people afford them. I've only ever bought one car on finance and that was under 5K and was for work. All the rest have been paid in full and in cash and all under £2500. If I were to buy a new/newer car should my budget would be? Buying a house…
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Need a family car...advice and suggestions please?!
Having had our 2nd child we need to upgrade our Citroen C4!! We had been lookin at a C-MAX however found out that majority do not include isofix, a must have safety feature for us. We need something with a big boot, take a Phil & Teds Double Buggy plus extras. We have also seen the Scenic and C4 Picasso but just can't…
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vehicle valuation needed!!!
Hello. Thank you for reading this plea for help! I need help to establish the value of a Nissan Navarra 2.5 dci outlaw, registered as a '56, value as at September 2008. Am in dispute with Lombard under a PG given in respect of their financing the company vehicle which they sold for a ridiculously low sum of £6000. I reckon…
