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Suzuki Liana
Been to look at one today and it was a bit of a dog,no water in it,1 tyre on limit,no parcel shelf,rattle on exhaust......apart from that I quite like the cars they seem quite spacious and boot pretty big,was after an estate car but could settle for one of these. Anyone had any experience with these cars? they had one on…
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Bmw 525d
What say ye people? I'm going to view this tomorrow. Thoughts? btw - I don't get emotional buying a car - if it don't feel right, I'm gone. :) http://www.springcroftcarsales.co.uk/used-cars/bmw-5-series-525d-m-sport-4dr-auto-glasgow-201305501049950
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Car repair
My car has recently broken down, it was due to water ingress via a faulty door seal. The water damaged the carpets, and two electrical modules in the drivers footwell. The cost of repair so far is sat at £1200 or there abouts. I have warranty through the AA and they claim it isn't covered as water damage is one this that…
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Oh no, what have I broken...
Messing around under the bonnet and I saw a small pipe unconnected. It appears a small plastic nozzle has broken off in the rubber connecting hose. Any ideas to how important or what this part does. Petrol Saab turbo, and it's on the top and rear of the engine as you stand in front of the car.
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Help with '53 Jag. Dipped headlight advice needed
Hi. We have just bought a '53 x Type Jag. The dipped headlight as stopped working I have changed to a new bulb and it is still not.working. We are in Spain and it has been working fine. I would be really grateful of any advice. Thank you
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New licence and Onternational Driving Permit
Hello. I will need an IDP(international driving permit) for Florida in April and my UK licence expires in July, so I will renew it then. Also need IDP again in September, so if I get the IDP now, then renew licence in July will I need a new IDP for September? Or, should I just renew UK licence first, then IDP will be OK…
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LED interior lighting
I recently had a lease car that had led interior lighting and I have to say it was much better. Are there any specific types to go for or to avoid and where would you recommend buying from?
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where do i stand
hi there advise needed here in what to do ,in sept 2012 i bought a brand new seat ibiza from big franchise , early dec 2012 i noticed water on the passenger side footwell ( i mean a lot of water ) put car in for repair and got it back 5weeks later (xmas and had to wait for carpet ) this repair seems to be fine now had car…
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Loosening up & reattaching rear view mirror
Long story short, last weekend Mum drove my car and tried to adjust the internal mirror. This evening I adjusted my seat (aching after the gym!) then needed to move the mirror and it came off in my hand. I think the reason it came off is that the ball joint at the back is very very stiff so moving it probably meant moving…
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Aircon service: ATS, Halfords, or Mobile?
My Skoda Fabia has never had its aircon attended to. I thought that was Ok as I do very little mileage. Someone told me I was wrong. I get awful condensation in the car too. In my area the options are Halfords, ATS, and a couple of mobile outfits. All at much the same price. Any thoughts which to choose? I live to the east…
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Vehicle for 3 kids
Daughter and Hubby's car is knackered and they need a new one, but due to other impending commitments can only afford a couple of grand for a replacement. Needs to last them a couple of years at most. 2 kids and another on the way. Most saloons aren't big enough for 3 child seats. Any suggestions? ...They don't want a rear…
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Drove through deep water. (Diesel)
Sunday I drove through some deep water in my diesel fiesta it went on for a far distance and I couldnt really stop or turn around once I was commited. I stopped the car when I reached the shop but when I started driving again acceleration was poor there was some black smoke and it sounded loud. It lasted a few minutes then…
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Do any of you have any project cars?
Not sure if this is the right area of the forum to discuss it or not (it is motoring related). Are any of you into your cars and have maybe a project car/ something you are modifying/renovating etc? I have a sickness for old BMW's the E30 3 series in particular. I don't have one at the mo as I sold my last one in October,…
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uk driving licence
I understand that I have to renew my driving licence photo because in august the photo is 10 years old ( they used my uk passport photo when I done it online ) and Ive heard insurance companys will not insure if driving licence photo is out of date. anyway could I send a photo to DVLA by email or do I have to fill out form…
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Advice on ongoing car repair please
I'm very concerned about the problem regarding our car's engine, and the potential bill I may receive at the end of this all. I really advice on my options. Bear with me, as it's a little lengthy, but I need to get the details right so that I know how best to proceed. I'm not a car man (I'm learning as I go but most of…
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Advice following car accident
Hi there, hoping some one can help with a bit of advice, sorry new to this :o so a bit lengthy. My husband had a car accident the other evening, someone drove into the back of the car at approx 20/30 mph, and it looks like the car is written off. We're with Churchill insurance and so far so good, they've been very helpful,…
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Car respossession
I have a car which was bought second hand from the Ford dealership towards the end of 2009. It was bought on a hire purchase (I think! Im not sure what the credit arrangement was...) with Ford credit. I recently became unemployed and have not been able to keep up payments on the car. The original arrangement was for a 5…
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Problem with garage - where do I stand?
I took my car for it's MOT to a garage that was recommended to me. It wasn't until after the test I realised they weren't an MOT test centre, they did the work and used another garage for the tests. My car failed on a few things (middle-rear seat belt had jammed the day before, handbrake below efficiency, back brake and…
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Bought a lemon. Lets see if I get a refund.
Right, after my Octavia failed it's MOT I purchased a Zafira 2.0DTi on a '03 plate for £2.2k. Today, after 1 week of driving, I took it to my mechanic for a full nose-to-tail examination to pick-up any faults whilst still under warranty. He found quite a few, so I have informed the trader & given him 2 options - 1) -…
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Short-term learner insurance, with owned car
I'm 23, male and currently looking at the cheapest way to insure a car while on my provisional license to practice alongside my final lessons and actually pass. However, I own the vehicle I want to insure. I'm usually good at my research but most "short-term" insurers that i'm finding have "the car must have an existing…
