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Can I run a Minibus as a Van?
I am looking to buy an additional van - Carriage of own goods (which would be signwritten). There are a number of pre-registered/new/almost new deals out there in the Vivaro, Primastar, Vito Traffic. etc Most would be lacking in some of the toys that come on the minibus versions as demonstrators on the pre reg deals. I…
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Renault scenic oil issue
Hi there if its not one problem it's another. Question 1.My scenic 1.5 dci is burning way to much fuel which is not leaking on the driveway which makes me think its obviously going somewhere else its taking about 1L every 150 miles. Question 2. I now go round corners and hear like a knocking noise coming from the front…
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How do I calculate cost of my journey?
The journey is 129.39 km and according to my car's brochure it should be 100km = 6.0 litres for extra urban driving (dual carriageway/motorway). I pay £1.389 per litre petrol. TIA
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Used car bought, a few things missing
Hey all, I bought a used car yesterday (yey!) 61 plate, from a main dealer. It was pee'ing down with rain and now i've had chance to look over it, there are a couple of things missing from the vehicle that the manual says should come with it. Namely: a. It has a tyre repair kit, but there is no jack or wheelbrace - if you…
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Cheap, eye catching car around 2k
So you may have seen my previous post recently, what car under 4k. Well after hours of research I excitedly decided on a Hyundai coupe. I exitedly told my housemate, showed her pics cus she had never heard ofit. I get home from work and with a smug grin she tells me she's now going to Iave a look at a car, the one I want.…
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Bought Car And Just found out its been clocked. Where do I stand
Hi everyone I purchased a car on 17/9/12 which we saw on eBay It was stated as "125,000 miles. Drives great and runs smoothly" This guy(claims to be a trader)Had 100% feedback. Anyway we went round in the evening and test drove it and handed the cash £1000. He then told us he will send the rest of the documents as he left…
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london public transport - best options for me?
Hi there, I expect this is something that comes up often, I've had a look around but I apologise if there's some big guide I've missed. Basically I'm starting my third year of university in London and I'm trying to figure out the cheapest public transport option for me (I didn't need it in first year and didn't really…
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Best place for cheap antifreeze
Where do you get your antifreeze from? Last time I got it was in Asda for £2 in winter (my dad usually sorts me out :o so I don't buy it much). It's not quite winter yet, so haven't seen the usual antifreeze/deicer displays in all the shops yet and haven't been able to find antifreeze anywhere cheap. Need some now though…
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Quantum Tuning - anyone heard of it?
Been given a leaflet on quantum tuning which apparently increases BHP, increase nM Torque, and increase MPG by about 10%. It costs £200-£300. Does anyone know of this, if it's genuine, etc etc...?
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Warranty Blues...
Hi all, on advice from a friend I have decided to come on here and ask your opinion on my current issue.... About 3 months ago my girlfriend and I purchased a second hand car (Citroen C3 Pluriel) from a large franchise dealer (Evans Halshaw)and purchased an additional warranty for a year, after a couple of niggles the car…
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Winter Tyres
Anybody bothering with these this year? Temperatures starting to drop and no doubt that we will start to see adverts on TV soon. I need two front tyres 205/55 16, but guessing that the winter tyre prices for premium tyres will be the usual silly prices. Whats the view of everyone?
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Tyre size?
Hi, In my car owner's manual, there listed two tyre sizes: 175/65R14 82H, and 185/65R14 86H Could anyone tell me what's the difference? They are quite different it seems Thanks
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whose fault, me or my freinds?
This morning, on the school run, I was pulling into a space in the car park. Just as I'd parked, my daughter opened her door (she was sitting in the front). At the very same time another Mum (who is a friend) went to drive into the space next to us, and Bang! My car door is bent and cracked. And the other cars bumper has a…
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Cheap parking near Manchester Met (Oxford Road, Manchester)
Hi I've recently just bought my first car and did not realise how expensive parking is in the center of Manchester. Being a student I do not have much money (my whole wage goes on just paying off my car) so I was wondering if there are any cheaper places to park near MMU? I'll only need to park there three days a week for…
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Why so hard to get a deal on a new car?
I have been looking for a new Citroen and am amazed how stubborn dealers are or just in denial about prices, then constant calls asking "We'd really like to win your business?" My local dealer had to be reminded that there was a £1500 manufacturer contribution, so was trying to take me for a ride on this. He even said he…
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Warranty problem
Hello can anyone advise. First the story. Bought a car that had alloys changed under warranty and noticed they were corroding so contacted manafacturer (Chrysler) and the alloys were changed as Chrysler warranty is two years on replacement parts. The new alloys corroded after 18 months, contacted Chrysler who have told me…
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Insurance claim if over mileage
Hi, I was involved in an accident this morning where a guy drove into the back of me whilst waiting at a roundabout. The damage to my car seemed minimal and his was a scratch so he offered to settle it privately if i get a quote for the work. Im a bit sceptical and since this morning im suffering more with whiplash which…
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List your cars and mileages
Hey all, Just curious to see what other MSEr's do mileage wise, so I'll start this one :D '12' Jag XJ Portfolio Saloon 3.0d, 39,416mi (March 2012) '62' Jag XF Portfolio S Sportbrake 3.0d, 8,656mi (September 2012) Ours are both company cars :cool: CK
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Westfield Shepherds Bush £5 parking - customers only?
Has anyone used the £5 parking offer at Westfield? http://uk.westfield.com/london/offers-events/offers/5-parking It says "Offer applies to customers who park at Westfield London." but does that include a £1 can of coke from Waitrose? Do they check receipts or anything? Also a bit strange how the car park is open 24/7 but…
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And the prat of the year award goes to :
Lukasz Wisniewski ! http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/9937411.103mph_wheelie_biker_loses_licence/ This half whit was caught doing 93 - 103 MPH whilst pulling a wheelie.....beggars belief of the stupidity of some bikers - yes there are some good decent bikers, unfortunately they to get tarred with the same brush because of…
