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Write Off and Options scheme
Can anyone advise as to what happens when a car on an options scheme is written off. I have a 15 month old VW Polo. Although not yet confirmed but looks like a write off after a lorry hit me (while stationary) along with 2 other vehicles. I put down £4K, have another 21 months of payments and have the option of a final £5K…
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Mercedes deal - any good?
I'm looking to lease a new car but I want to keep my initial outlay as low as possible. On the Mercedes website the standard price of their A180 SE is £269 a month over 3 years with a deposit of £2,495. However, my local dealer has a deal on at the moment and they are doing zero deposit and £299 a month, but it's over 4…
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Uninsured vehicle...court summons
I wonder if anyone can help? I had a car accident in Sept 2013. It was beyond economical repair so the insurance company wrote it off and I was paid out. In the letter they wrote to me they asked for copies of the log book, MOT and other information about the car. In this letter they stated the car would be in safe storage…
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Petrol Can
I have a petrol can that has been used a few times in the past, not for quite a while. I am changing over to a diesel car soon. Should I need to, can I now put Diesel in the same can without actually having it cleaned and without contaminating the fuel?
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Procedure when a police car collides with you
I should be grateful for any help on what the procedure is after being hit by a police car that was responding to an incident with lights and siren. So far a statement has been taken and the officer said that all was now over, but a letter from the Process and Collisions Unit states that they will investigate for up to 6…
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Car Insurance- No claims
I am trying to arrange car insurance for a car I am about to purchase but when I tell them that I have had a company car for 25 years they tell me that I am not eligible for any no claims bonus. Are there any insurance companies that will allow you to use your company no claims towards a new policy for a private car??
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Salary sacrifice car fuel expenses question
Hi, I'm not sure if my question is in the right section but I have a question about claiming mileage expenses on a salary sacrifice car scheme (SSC). The company I work for offers a SSC scheme and states that all mileage claims for car leased through this scheme must fall in line with HRMC rules. The HMRC mileage rate is…
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Motorcycle parking in cycle park
Hello! I live in a apartment flat which has an underground secure parking for vehicles. I have a car and a motorbike. I bought this flat 2 months ago, and the agent told me the motorbike parking is free. But now the maintenance company called me to say I will have to pay £60 monthly towards rent for parking space for the…
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SORN declaration and VED Disc refund
I have purchased a car last year and decided to declare it SORN, which was done on line. After few months we decided to put it back on the road and then I realised that the tax was valid for about 4 months after the car was declared SORN (declaration in Nov, tax until April). The refund form was filled, but I decided to…
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Coucil
Hi Gals and Guys, Hope everyone is well? Just a quick question, ive received a PCN for not displaying a valid parking ticket. fair enough, it was 9pm and I didnt think I needed one, there was no details on the sign it was 24 hours (most pay & Displays I use stop at 6pm). Anyhow, im happy to payup. Whats strange though is…
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Main dealer service or not?
My 4 year old Skoda Yeti 1.2TSi has just sailed through it's MOT at Mr Clutch and now needs a service. Wasn't expecting it so soon as it's on the interval servicing and the last one was only a year ago. I only do 5K miles a year. Not sure whether to try and get a cheaper service, Skoda have quoted £266 but worried there…
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2003 Seat Leon Window regulator
Driver-side electric window is stuck in the down position - apparently a common problem on VW made cars. Any ideas what a non-dealer garage might charge or if it's a possible DIY job? Thanks!
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Engine seizure after service
Hi, I am looking for some advice and opinions after having my car serviced recently. I drive a Smart Four two which does not have a drain point for the oil as this has to be pumped out to be replaced. Having had my car serviced at a local independent Smart garage recently, within four days the car broke down and this was…
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Alternator change
Hi My car needs a new alternator. My headlights and dash started flickering off/on last night, RAC said the battery wasn't being charged (belt was ok) Around how much will it cost to replace? Car is petrol 1.1 peugeot 106 52 plate and I'm in the west midlands Thanks
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Tire puncture repair?
I have a slow leak on one of my car tires. Unfortunately I don't have a spare wheel (not even a space-saver). I was happy enough to find someplace to fix it, until I started Googling it and read loads of stories about people being ripped off. I'm new to the area, so don't have a trusted garage/mechanic (never needed to go…
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Uneven tyre wear - suspension?
Noticed firstly a springy, tingling type noise coming from offside front whenever I go over any bump in the road. Then noticed the tyre on that side appears to be wearing quicker than the other. Both tyres are wearing evenly across the tyre, just one wearing quicker than the other. Any ideas? I'm presuming suspension...…
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Can't afford car finance
Hello I bought a nissan juke on finance 4 months ago through blackhorse. My full time employment contract unexpectedly ended last month and I now have a part time job. I'm worried that in a few months ill struggle to afford the payment of £190 a month so would like to sort something before I potentially get to that point.…
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Leasing - New Reg?
Hi, I've been looking at leasing deals lately. I like it generally. Im conscious that the new Reg comes out in August. Does anyone know if leasing prices are likely to go up in August for this? Am I better off plunging in now or can i wait a few weeks? Thanks MM
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Car Breakdown Gearbox
Hi My husband drives a 5 year old Audi A6. He works as a taxi driver which is the reason he has this car. We wouldn't normally be able to afford such a car but when he bought this the theory was that he would be able to earn more money by having it. Anyway in April of this year the gearbox went on it. He was quoted from…
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Independent Report on Car
My car had a rather catastrophic engine failure and is going to cost thousands to fix. As the car is out of warranty, I would need to prove it was faulty when I purchased (20 months ago) in order to claim against the dealer. Can anyone recommend any good companies who do this? Am I best just to try a local garage or are…
