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Where do I stand legally with a deposit?
I saw a car on the internet a few weeks ago, agreed a price and paid the guy a £200 deposit online. A week or so later the guy drove the car over to me and I was hugely disappointed. The car looked mint on thephoto's, and ok from a distance but close up there were a few issues not pointed out in his listing which he said…
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lloyds insurance - phone number?
Anyone know of a freephone or geographic number for the LLoyds car insurance claims line? 0844 209 0477 cheers
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Best way to de-commission my car...
I have a 51-reg Vauxhall Corsa 1.0 sitting on my drive. 130k miles, a runner but I decided not to put it in for its MOT due to the fact that it will cost more than I have right now to get it up to scratch. Needs a Cat, brakes all-round, there's a knock in the steering and the tracking's out where I walloped a pothole. How…
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Advice: Personal Loan or HP
Hi Im hoping for a bit of advice. Im looking to buy a new car but I cant pay it off in full so im looking at financing. Im wanting to keep the car so im definitely going for Hire Purchase and not PCP. (Don't want to be stuck in a cycle) The question is, would I be better off with a personal loan? Than financing a HP with a…
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Gumtree for used motorhomes campervans
I am highly suspicious of a number of ads on Gumtree for used campervans/motorhomes yes surely they can't all be dodgy. If an HPI comes back ok and an AA/RAC check doesn't show any problems am I covered. Examples are: 2009 FIAT SWIFT 7000 miles for £5700 or 2008 peugeot boxer £4808. Apart from stating if it seems to be too…
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MSE News: Car insurance: Competition watchdog wants courtesy car charge cap
The competition watchdog wants to cap the cost of insurers providing courtesy cars in a bid to reduce motor premiums... Read the full story: Car insurance: Competition watchdog wants courtesy car charge cap Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works,…
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Gap between MOT tests - possible?
Hi My car is fully taxed and insured until February 2015. Its MOT is due on 28th July 2014. I will be on holiday from 26th July for 3 weeks. The car will not be driven and will be stored in my garage. Will it be OK to have it done when I get back, week of 18th August? I know if it isn't taxed I have to get a SORN and…
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Used Nissan Leafs for £10k - worth it?
I've seen some two year old Leafs on sale for around £10k (meaning they suffered some MASSIVE depreciation). By may calculations, getting one of these on a decent 5-year loan (assuming you only need a car for 25 mile max. commuting and around town) would pay for itself in fuel savings after 5 years, and after that if it's…
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60,000 mile Mazda 5 Diesel - keep or sell?
My wife and I received this car as a very generous wedding gift from my parents, and it has been fantastic. The problem is after 5 years the DPF is causing problems and will need replacing soon (will cost thousands for a main dealer spec one), and I don't know what other expensive repairs are likely soon. I always…
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Faulty Catalytic Converter - refusing refund
Hi, I recently purchased a catalytic converter on line which arrived on Tuesday 27th May but was unable to get it fitted until the following week as I was awaiting another part and had work commitments. It was confirmed that the part was the correct one for my car by the advisor so I don't think that's the problem.…
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Penalty notice
First apologies if in wrong thread but it does involve my work van and cannot find where i should post this. I have been given a fixed penalty notice from Neath and Port Talbot county council. An Officer has reported me for "throwing a cigarette from my vehicle" whilst parked. The thing is i dont smoke. To add to this i…
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replacing windscreen wipers easy or not
guys I am looking for advise /help here my elderly neighbour has has just told me the crows have stripped the rubber off his wipers,I said I would try and help him getting replacement wipers I put his reg in eurocarparts and they tell us what fits but not now to do it,any ideas? ps. do`nt pull me up on my grammar I`m an…
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Vauxhall Vectra - Bluetooth Car Kit - Help!
Hi, I have recently bought a Vauxhall Vectra 2008 with in Build car audio - 6 CD Changer and FM. But, No Bluetooth or AUX input. I am planning to get it installed separately. I could find some options with Parrot make. Could you please suggest some good options? If I replace whole audio system, would it cost much? If I…
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Dartford Crossing Remote Payment from October
Am I the last to find out? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dart-charge-dartford-crossing-remote-payment I only use it about ten times a year but it looks like a pre pay account might be my best option.
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Vehicle Breakdown Cover
Can anyone recommend a vehicle breakdown cover that also includes caravans? Our Green Flag cover is up for renewal at a cost of £126 and I was wondering if there are cheaper/better providers out there. I've come across GEM motoring assist, coming in at £97 ......any experiences?
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Hint for caravan owners.
Having just got a caravan so I tried some clip on extension mirrors which vibrated and were not very good. So I bought a cheap reversing camera and screen, fitted the camera to the back of the caravan, long lead to screen and works great. Much better than the mirrors and cost under £25. Thought about wireless camera but…
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Ford Focus 1.8TDCi - 'lost' key-immobiliser settings twice
Hi All My car (Ford Focus 1.8TDCi, 2004) has 'lost' its key-immobiliser settings twice in the past week. The first time I got a locksmith out who reset the keys to the car (or vice versa) and got it working. Then a few days later I got the same problem again. Dashboard lights come on, engine doesn't attempt to start. Both…
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radio code for cmax
hi, can someone give me the radio code for M316850.Thank you in advance
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***peugeot 206cc Help ****
Hi allI have a peugeot 206cc 55 plate cut a long story had to pop to my mums this morning less than 1 min away sorted what I had to got back in and started the engine the temp gauge shot up to the red and had an engine coolant to hot warning even though the engine was cold I have bought a new thermostat and engine coolant…
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Selling my car, any tips?
Hi guys, Putting my car on the market this evening, used to go through TCB and get 25% off autotrader but its now only 10% so would cost £51 after cashback to list for 6 weeks (I prefer this way as you get preference in the search listings and I can start the price a bit higher and lower if there is no interest). Does…
