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Which one do I need to get?
Hi guys, so I have a renault clio campus and the management light is on, car seems to be misfiring and it sometimes cuts out!!! I was told I needed a particular part, but I'm not sure which is the correct one I need to get on the eurocarparts website. The part i need is a MAF sensor, which is located near the inlet…
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Low cost body repair for a car declarerd as a total loss?
I scrunched my car last week, and the insurance company has moved quickly to declare it a total loss and have issued a cheque for several thousand pounds. The sum given is only a few hundred pounds less than the quote they received for repairing with brand new panels. It crosses my mind that I could arrange the car to be…
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Insurance or not?
Hi all, Somebody knocked into my rear bumper this morning. It was at slow speed and,as he said, he was concentrating on his car radio and admits full responsibility. There isn't much visible damage to my car but the bumper has popped out and has a crack in it. It's a Jaguar X-type. Frustratingly something very similar…
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Discount Body Repair Network
Does anyone know of a good nationwide car body repair network I've been asked to look into it by my boss as we have vehicles all over the country :search:
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Ford Focus losing power
Hi just wondered if anyone has had this problem and could help I have an 02 ford focus 1.4 petrol and it has starting to lose power when driving it slows down and wont move the air flow meter was changed and it still did the same ...I could drive for 2 weeks and this wouldn't happen then it happens again I also bought a…
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Power windows stuck in closed position
Citroen C2 (56 plate) parked on my driveway on a very chilly night, the driver side electric windows stopped working next morning. When i press the power button it just does a trigger and then nothing happens. Passenger side windows are working fine, problem is only with driver side. any thoughts? If the motor needs…
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People breaking average speed limits on M-ways - how?
The other night I was driving through the long stretch of 50mph "road works" with average speed cameras on the M6 in Birmingham. I was doing a constant 50, and in the space of about 10 miles I counted 14 vehicles shooting past me. Before anyone says my speedo is obviously wildly inaccurate, I regularly compare it to my sat…
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Applying tax disc with part of my V5C missing
Hi, I need to apply for a new tax disc for my car. I somehow managed to misplace the first page of the V5C so I only have the 2nd page with me. I also need to change my address. Do you know if can go into the post office with a printoff of my insurance and this V5C to get a new taxdisc ? Or do they need the complete form?…
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Ford focus 2006 radio code required
Hi There, I took my battery out my Focus to charge it over Christmas and you've guessed it - the radio is now asking for a code when I turn it on. I entered the code from the hand book but it did not work. Clearly this suggests the radio has been changed since original purchase. I bought the four hooks/pins from ebay to…
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mobile mechanic
Hi Had a problem with my car- it leaked called a mobile mechanic to have a look he said it was the gasket, I questioned how but he assured me it was definitely the gasket so I said fix it to the tune of £522, anyway car is still leaking. Got him on the phone eventually he said car was working when he left it so basically…
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Rover 200 Radio Code
After replacing the battery I now find the radio needs the security code which I don't have. The serial number is RG349FW1125731 cAN ANYONE HELP.
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Skoda Fabia estate -anyone?
Hi all, Does anyone here have a Skoda Fabia Estate? I'm after some feedback on 1. Do you like the car 2. Is it reliable etc for occasional long journeys? 3. How expensive is the service , parts etc? Any other relevant info is gratefully received Thank you! Additional info : Im looking at Fabia estate petrol : ŠKODA Fabia…
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Accident Recovery using Breakdown Cover
I recently had to call breakdown out following an accident in which my car wasn't 100% drivable. I rang my breakdown company and was told someone will be with me within an hour but to note I may incur a charge if the vehicle doesn't roll (I.E. wheels fallen off, not spinning etc) as it would need specialist equipment to…
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What do i need to get ready to start learning to drive please
hi all, im gonna start learning to drive because my family needs it so i guess its time lol. but i dont know where to start... is there any site i can check reviews on maybe local driving instructors in Manchester so i dont get a money grinder :) i have bought books and latest dvds this week so im getting there as theory…
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What's a jersey import?
Can someone tell me what is meant by 'A Jersey Import' when it comes to motor vehicles. Thanks
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2nd car suggestions
Hello :hello: Considering buying a second car when we've paid our final debt off and saved up a bit. We already have a 7 seater family car so this would just be for going to and from work to try and save on fuel costs and to make life a bit easier. I was hoping you guys could give me some suggestions so I could look into…
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Car Reversed into Me - Insurance?
Hi All Some advice on this please if anyones been through this. I was recently parked in the car park at work, when a car has amazingly reversed into the side of the drivers door and caused a bit of a dent. It wa amazing because there were only 3 cars in the center of the car park including mine and the driver. I wasnt in…
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Selling a car without insurance (but with months tax disc)?
Hi there, Need some advice urgently please! Recently my Car insurance ran out. I haven't renewed as I actually want to buy another car. My tax disc runs out end of February. Since my car insurance is cancelled do I need to SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification)? or return the tax disc for a refund to DVLA? If I want to…
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Automatics at traffic lights
What is the "correct" thing to do with an automatic at traffic lights? Particularly those without a traditional handbrake? I'm a recent convert to automatics so was wondering I note that ROSPA advise you to leave it in Drive as putting it in anything else will cause more wear on the gear selector than leaving it in drive…
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websites to buy 2nd hand car?
Any recommendations for website to find 2nd hand cars from. My sons looking for one in the £1000 price bracket? Tried autotrader any others?
