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Car Insurance - Silly question!
Ok ok, so I know I shall sound quite stupid, but I can't remember how it worked before... I took out Swift Cover care insurance last july and paid a deposit of 250 and pay monthly of 115 (sorry, my pound sign doesnt work on my keyboard! :rotfl:). Now, I'm browsing around for my renewal coming up, and have spotted one much…
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TomTom map update fail
I've just purchased a map update from TomTom, only to be told after giving the model details on purchase and then paying for the advised update that there isn't enough space on my device for the download. I've followed instructions and bought a new memory card but still getting the same message. Despite paring the…
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Is it illegal to park on the pavement
I got a fixed penalty notice today for parking on yellow lines outside my house even though i wasn't causing an obstruction, but their was cars and vans that was parked on the pavement but the police didn't touch them, so i would like to know if it's illegal to park on the pavement.
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Ford C Max long time waiting for parts.
MyC Max is just over a year old (mobility)from POLAR FORD. The radio was the first to go. It was ordered took about 8 weeks. telephone from the dealer it’sin. Took the car down phone call it’s the wrong radio another 4 weeksthe radio was in. took the car down can you look at the rear seat its notworking right. In April the…
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Oyster card 3 day season ticket transfer deadline (WARNING)
Hi, I know this was my own fault but just want to warn others.... I lost my oyster card and when cancelling it arranged for transfer onto a new card. I was advised that I should pick the transfer up by touching in at my nominated station within 3 days. Due to unforeseen circumstances I missed the deadline. No problem I…
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Car damaged by building fire
Hello, hope you guys will be able to help. We have a 10 year old Mini One (much loved) and live in on the 6th floor of a 10 storey building. This morning, there was a fire on the 4th floor (don't know much detail but it was electrical) and our car is parked in our car parking space directly under the flat that had the…
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Indestructible cycle tyres
I realise that there is probably no such thing but I am sick to death of getting punctures! I only have low price tyres on my bike and got yet another puncture today. I had to walk two miles home in torrential rain as it was also the day I hadn't got a puncture repair kit with me! So what I am asking is are there any tyres…
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vw UP or skoda citigo
I have been to look at these 2 cars today, plus a polo. Does anyone have any suggestions or ideas about the UP or the citigo, I realise they are going to both be premium prices as they are new models. I would like to downgrade from my golf, trying to cut my cuts etc. I sat in the citigo but it didnt feel immediately…
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Insured to drive Minibus on Car Insurance?
Hi all, Have tried a search for this but no luck, just wondering if standard car insurance that allows you to drive other cars (3rd party cover) also allows you to drive a minibus of say up to 16 passengers? We will be ringing our insurer up later but just thought I'd see if anyone else has any knowledge on it first? I…
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National Rail Olympics ticket address change problems
I'm reaching the point where I'm at my wits end and was wondering if anyone can advise. Back in March I bought a number of train tickets for travel to the Olympics. In May, I moved house unexpectedly, and tried to get the delivery address for the tickets changed...and that's when the fun started. First of all I followed…
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Loan against car?
An acquaintance of mine (I'm not the most friendliest with this person so I know minimal details) wants to take out a loan against their car. Does anyone think that's a good idea? I've only heard of it and the site he wants to use is called loanagainstcar.co.uk (this alright as I can't post links?) and it says on the site…
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Disposing of car
I want to get rid of my car, and would like suggestions of how best to do this. The list price is around £1,000 (51 plate Seat Leon), but the tax, MOT and annual service are all due this month. The engine warning light came on last week and hasn't gone away (I was expecting it to, because the dash is faulty - the seatbelt…
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car radio codes
I need a radio code for my ford car. serial no is M123307. Thankyou any one.
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Two alternators gone in a month..... Kia Sedona
First one seized completely. No idea what was wrong but it completely ruined the belt as expected. Got a replacement from scrapyard. One month later it looks like the pulley has come out too far from the alternator body so its knackered. Just wondered - could be unlucky that replacement was a dud but what can I check to…
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To Lease or Finance a new car?
Hi I am looking at a new car, I realise that by leasing a car you have nothing to show for it at the end. However to buy the car and to borrow for example £19,000 over a 6 year period incurs interest. Say i lease a car at £250 per month over a 3 year period this would cost me £9000. In reality buying a £19,000 car and…
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i need a vw caddy van
hi i am looking for a vw caddy van. the 104 ps model with side loading door. does anyone here deal in these please. it needs to be mint condition inside and out, low mileage and 07 reg or newer. cheers
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Brake discs/pads?
Hi require 2 new rear brake pads & been informed disc is slightly pitted but not serious. Would it be advisable to change the disc at the same time? Thx
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Keeping romance alive! Will you help?
Hello, thanks for stopping by. I am wondering if you can help I have a slight dilema I could do with some ideas about. I'm on a very low budget right now, however I don't want that to stop me from livnig my life! I recently started a relationship and we are about a couple of hours apart which creates a budgeting challenge…
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Spare Key for Fiat Panda 2004
Hello, I recently got stung for a couple of hundred pounds when the keys for my Fiat Panda 2004 stopped working. I got it all sorted but am now very nervous as although I paid a fortune they didn't give me a spare (nice of them) and even though I've never lost a car key in my life I don't want to risk that expenditure…
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Valet offering showroom finish. Can they actually get rid of swirls?
I have a bloke who comes to valet my car 4 times a year, and he does a brilliant job, but does not offer a 'showroom finish'. By that I mean I have swirl marks on our black car and he has told me he cannot give me a service that gets rid of them - he can mask them but not get rid of them completely. I have found someone…
