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Leasing vs Hire Purchase
Hello all, My situation at work changed recently, and I need a new car (apparently my 2003 Ford Focus isn't executive enough!). Anyway, I have a sizeable monthly car allowance, and am looking at leasing a car (low deposit, fixed monthly payments, hand car back at end of deal etc). Anyway, my question is, how easy is it to…
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Skoda Roomster
Still looking fo a Renault Modus, but had a look at a Roomster.Anyone got one, and what are they like?
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Can anyone recommend.........
A good foot pump for topping up car tyres?
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Leasing - a good idea?
I need a new car within the next few months and have been trying to work out the best option. I've got about 4K for a deposit and can get about 1K part-ex on my current vehicle with some haggling. I do about 12,000 miles a year and need a reliable car as I live in a rural area. I could easily afford up to £250 per month on…
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Kwik Fit Misfilled my Car
I took my car to Kwikfit today to have an oil change. The guy didnt know how much oil to put in as it wasnt on there system so asked me if I knew (I didnt im not a mechanic) so he called another garage and they gave him a number which they filled the car too. Then the guy asked me how to measure the oil level (as its done…
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radio code?
i changed my battery on my ford focus now my stereo needs a 4 digit code my s/n is m063279 thanks
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Changing car - not sure what to do, need advice
I currently have an 09 plate Seat Ibiza 1.2 engine (my driving is mainly city so I don't need a bigger engine, and this also keeps insurance costs down) and am coming to the end of my 3 year pcp deal. I do love my car but have been a bit put off Seat as each time I've been into the dealer people have been moaning about…
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Inconsiderate Caravaners
Yesterday set of for a long drive and got stuck in a line of cars, vans and lorries behind a snail, mile after mile. The car behind flashed his lights several times but was ignored as we crawled on past places where he could have pulled in. So PK53 xxx driving from Kingsbridge via Totnes to the A38 please be a bit more…
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What size torque wrench?
Can anybody help me please? I need to know what size torque wrench I would need for a 2002 Mercedes sprinter 413cdi.:) Thanks SG
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Honda Civic Airbag
Hi My better half went in to a pot hole a couple of years ago and it set off her drivers seat side airbag. At the time Honda told her it would cost about £1200 to replace which seemed a very high price, so we left it as it was, all the other airbags are ok. However, this caused the airbag warning light to be diaplayed on…
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What price advice - used car
Hi, I'm looking at buying a 58 plate Toyota Auris 2.0 D-4D T Spirit Hatchback from a main dealer. It's on the forecourt at £7500. I've got no Part Exchange and am a cash buyer. What price should I be looking for ? Mike.
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PCP on 2nd hand car-is it worth it?
Hi Folks, Would really appreciate some advice re; buying an approved used car on finance, looking at 2-4 year old models (a few makes in mind, nothing concrete yet) with budget of 8k max. Have about 3k to put down inc part ex. Am mainly confused about whether PCP is worth it if you want to keep the car rather than hand it…
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Big Damage in Car Wash!
Took car (Citroen C4 coupe) to car wash today. Unscrewed aerial and read list of precautions...all fine I thought. Until halfway through the brush things ripped off the solid plastic bar which holds the rearscreens together! Argh. Reported to garage who picked up the whole plastic bar and saw it on ground where it had been…
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HELP - notice of intended prosecution
Hi i was wondering if anyone could help us - we have had a notice of intended prosecution hand delivered tonight - husband was caught on his mobile ( i know i know - no telling him off!) he takes full responsibility etc - but our worry is what is the procedure now - we know we have 28 days to send it back with driver…
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307 won't start - tries but doesn't 'catch'.
Hi, Sorry I realise it's difficult to diagnose a car problem over a forum, but if anyone can offer any insight I'd be really grateful. Started my car today and drove less than 30 feet- it felt sluggish as if I was driving in a low speed in 3rd gear. It juddered to a halt- I tried to restart it a couple of times, it tried…
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Advice on Personal Injury Claim
I am in this situation in that I was involved in an accident where someone ploughed into the back of me on the M6, I have a company car which was written off, the company I work for have PI or legal, so their insurers said to go directly through the other parties insurance, I have and I've had a medical etc and they sent…
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Honda Accord 08 Tourer
I am looking at buying this car, spec as follows: Honda Accord 2.2 CDTi Exec Tourer with Sat Nav + HFT 08 plate with 85k, FSH It's a friends company car that is due for renewal and I can get a VERY good price. Is there anything I need to look out for or be wary of with these cars?
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Me v British Credit Trust
Hi, I went BR in Feb and my OR was not interested in my car as there was more outstanding than what it's worth. The problem is i had an arrangement to pay half of the monthly payment, but when i phoned up to pay it they said the arrangement was cancelled. I don't know what to do now, i know i have an option to voluntary…
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Bought 2nd hand car - Faulty
Not sure if I am posting on the correct forum but I am after some help. I purchased a 2005 BMW 1 series fom a dealership called quicks. It came with a 30 day warranty (which was lucky) Basically the car broke down within a week of having it and it went back to be repaired. They had it for a couple of weeks and when it came…
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Part exchanging a car in my Dad's name
Hi, In 2008 I bought and paid for my car, but it was registered under my Dad's name as it is a shared vehicle. Soon I will want to part exchange it for another vehicle which will be registered only in my name. My Dad is completely on board with this, but what do I need to do to prove to the dealer that the car is "mine" to…
